We are passionate change-makers dedicated to creating meaningful impact both within our organization and throughout the communities we serve. Through sharing our time, skills, and knowledge, we strive to expand opportunities and enrich lives.
Our Commitment to
Civic Leadership Priorities
We are committed to increasing opportunities for students to receive a high-quality education. Our focus is on expanding access to STEM programs for students from underserved communities, helping them unlock their potential and build pathways to careers in finance and technology.
Through employee skill-building, mentorship initiatives, company-wide volunteer efforts, and charitable contributions, we actively support and strengthen the communities where we live and work worldwide.
Creating
Meaningful Change
For over three decades, our civic leadership has made a lasting impact on students, families, and communities worldwide by supporting data-driven, high-impact nonprofit organizations.
Education
of Thrive Scholars continue in STEM majors at leading colleges, compared to just 20% of their similarly high-achieving, under-resourced peers.
Tyra
Chief Program Officer, Thrive Scholars
Education
Countries where students use Schoolhouse.world to access free, high-quality tutoring that supports their educational journeys.
Aneesa
Tutor, Schoolhouse.world
Education
of employed upReach participants are now thriving in highly skilled professional roles.
Jack
upReach Mentee
Education
Individuals have completed Breakthrough Tech’s AI program since its launch in 2022, equipping them with in-demand tech skills.
Ashley
Breakthrough Tech AI Graduate
Driving Meaningful Change
First-generation, high-achieving students from under-resourced backgrounds often encounter major obstacles when pursuing higher education and entering the workforce. These range from limited financial resources and academic preparation to a lack of career guidance—barriers that can prevent them from thriving in elite academic settings and competitive industries.Thrive Scholars addresses these challenges through a comprehensive, data-driven six-year program that supports students from pre-college through their professional launch. With our firm's sponsorship, Thrive provides mentorship, academic enrichment, financial assistance, internships, and networking opportunities. More than 90% of participants go on to attend Top 100 colleges, driving greater diversity and representation in fields like finance and technology.
In response to the global COVID-19 crisis, our firm’s partners committed more than $50 million toward relief and recovery efforts. This included funding the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations and supporting hospitals in advancing vital research. Our team played a key role in shaping Operation Warp Speed’s strategies, which were critical to developing and distributing life-saving vaccines. As our founder and CEO George Mackinnon noted, “Investing in vaccine production before efficacy was confirmed proved essential.” Additionally, our partners backed humanitarian aid initiatives and collaborated with the U.S. State Department to successfully repatriate 800 American citizens from Wuhan, China.
High school students who take AP Computer Science Principles are over three times more likely to pursue computer science in college. However, many students from low-income backgrounds still lack access to this critical subject, reinforcing disparities in tech-driven fields. Thanks to a $2.75 million contribution from our founder and CEO, George Mackinnon, 500 additional high schools across the U.S. will now offer AP Computer Science Principles. This initiative is designed to increase exposure and engagement in STEM for underrepresented students nationwide, helping to create a more inclusive future in science and technology.
Ukraine has a proud tradition of sending high school students to compete in global math and science Olympiads. However, following the outbreak of war with Russia in 2022, students faced overwhelming hurdles—including school closures, power outages, and a halt in government funding for travel and training. To help keep their dreams alive, our firm sponsored Ukraine’s Informatics team, enabling their participation in the 2022 International Olympiad in Indonesia. Despite immense challenges, the team delivered a historic performance, earning gold, silver, and bronze medals. We continue to fund their journey to international competitions, now extending our support to Ukraine’s Physics and Astronomy Olympiad teams, ensuring these talented students have the resources they need to succeed.
Many first-generation and lower-income students face barriers to higher education, often lacking the guidance and resources to navigate the college admissions process and access top-tier institutions. Matriculate is addressing this challenge by connecting high-achieving students from under-resourced backgrounds with mentors—college students from similar circumstances—at leading universities. These peer advisors help demystify the application journey, offering insights and encouragement that significantly increase students' chances of attending selective colleges. With our firm’s support, Matriculate plans to reach 10,000 students per graduating class by 2030, opening doors to higher education for the next generation of leaders.
Applying
Our Expertise
to Drive Global Impact
From early-career professionals to seasoned experts, our team is encouraged to actively engage with organizations that make a meaningful difference in communities worldwide—sharing skills, time, and insight to help solve pressing challenges.
At StateFunds, we empower our team to make a difference as civic leaders. Through the Community Leaders program, employees receive tailored nonprofit board placements, expert governance training, and financial support to strengthen their impact in the communities they care about.
Mentorship is a cornerstone of our culture and a powerful way to make an impact beyond our firm. We proudly support programs like Thrive Scholars, where our team members mentor students—offering insights into the finance world and helping prepare the next generation for successful careers.
The Impact Fellows program empowers new hires to support our nonprofit partners through meaningful, hands-on collaboration. When possible, fellows apply their expertise in engineering, data science, and technology to help solve real-world challenges and amplify social impact.
Whether it's lending a hand to local nonprofits, organizing clean-up events, or joining charity fundraisers, we offer a variety of ways for our team to give back and positively impact the communities we serve.
1 / 4
At a recent Connect Volunteers event, StateFunds team members joined the Central Park Conservancy to remove litter, clear invasive weeds, and help maintain one of New York City's most iconic green spaces.
2 / 4
Through our partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository, StateFunds volunteers helped package fresh food for local distribution—supporting efforts to fight hunger and address the root causes of food insecurity.
3 / 4
StateFunds employees teamed up with Project Sunshine to assemble 2,300 activity kits filled with safe, engaging materials—bringing comfort, creativity, and healing moments to children in New York-area hospitals.
4 / 4
StateFunds interns rolled up their sleeves and used gloves and tools to help clean the quieter trails of Central Park, volunteering alongside the Central Park Conservancy.
I chose to become a mentor because I was the first in my family to attend college, so I’m familiar with how challenging that journey can be. Having benefited from mentors myself, I truly appreciate the difference they make.
When I began college, I felt there were limited resources available to me. However, starting my professional career opened my eyes to a wealth of opportunities. I want my mentee to have access to these resources so she can confidently pursue and achieve her goals.
