Rippleworks

Rippleworks is a nonprofit organization founded in 2015 by Chris Larsen and Doug Galen.

Based in Redwood City, California, it provides practical support to high-impact social ventures, helping them scale faster and improve lives globally. The organization partners with social enterprises in over 80 countries, focusing on sectors such as healthcare, education, climate, and economic opportunity. Rippleworks offers four core programs to assist social ventures. The Rippleworks Projects connect organizations with leading Silicon Valley executives to tackle operational challenges. The Rippleworks Leader Studio provides expert-led learning programs for social venture leaders. Rippleworks Capital offers grants and investments ranging from $1 million to $3 million, having distributed over $40 million since 2018. Additionally, the Rippleworks Expert Office Hours provide specialized advice tailored to the needs of these ventures. Through these initiatives, Rippleworks aims to empower organizations that are scaling and making a significant impact in their communities.