“Giving is not just about making a donation, it’s about making a difference.”
-Kathy Calvin, CEO and President of the United Nations Foundation
Our Values
Respect. We treat all people with dignity and respect.
Authentic. We serve our constituents with genuine care and concern and are good stewards of our dollars.
Agile. We quickly identify and address needs in the entrepreneur community, assess effectiveness, and continuously improve.
Intentional Inclusivity. We help all entrepreneurs, regardless of circumstances, succeed.
Collaborative. We strive to work with other organizations, knowing that we better serve the community collectively rather than on our own.
Start Fort Wayne provides value through our diverse group of members and entrepreneurial support professionals.
Donate wisdom by teaching a class, or Donate in-kind by giving necessities and supplies.