Stand Together

Stand Together (operating at standtogether.org) is a philanthropic community designed to amplify systemic change by funding and supporting America’s most innovative changemakers. Founded in 2003 by Charles Koch—chairman and co-CEO of Koch Industries—and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Stand Together shifts the traditional philanthropic model by focusing on root-cause solutions rather than reactive aid. The organization partners with over 700 business leaders and philanthropists, collectively employing more than 2 million people, to fund grassroots initiatives, small businesses, and community projects—particularly in criminal justice and poverty alleviation. By leveraging a network of donors and a data-driven approach to impact assessment, Stand Together ensures resources reach where they’re needed most. This allows nonprofits, entrepreneurs, and activists to scale their work sustainably, fostering long-term societal progress. With a reported revenue of $432.6 million in 2024, the organization operates at the intersection of corporate philanthropy and civic innovation, redefining how private capital drives public good.