About Us
About Us
The Sunstone Community Fund supports a network of universities, nonprofit organizations, and public-private partnerships that develop and implement university-based entrepreneurship programs, early-stage tech accelerators, and advance local economic development through inclusive entrepreneurship and innovation.
The Sunstone Community Fund is a Donor-Advised-Fund managed by the National Philanthropic Trust. It is an important component of Sunstone Management’s vision to advance public-benefit programs that support the development of inclusive and vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystems.
Testimonial
Wade Martin, PhD, Professor & Director, CSULB Institute for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
“The Institute for Innovation & Entrepreneurship at CSULB is proud of our long-term relationship with the Sunstone team. One of the unique qualities at Sunstone is the depth of understanding that universities are a critical partner in supporting local economic development. They understand that just preparing a well-educated workforce is not sufficient to generate quality economic growth from the bottom up. Many cities will provide incentives to companies that locate there, but few private sector companies understand that providing support for entrepreneurs and small businesses will lead to a more sustainable economy in the long term. The programs that have evolved from our public-private-university partnership have made a real difference in people’s lives.”
