The Trail Collective
We transform philanthropy into an engine for wealth creation and systemic change. By aligning capital with visionary projects, we ensure every contribution drives meaningful progress in financial empowerment and community leadership.
The Trail Collective is a transformative model of philanthropy, what we call Social-Anthropy™. This is an impact investment members club, a collective of strategic partners. Our model goes beyond traditional giving to create sustainable, generational impact through intentional capital deployment.
Social-Anthropy™: A New Model of Impact Investment
Non-Profit Arm
Open to All Donors
Supports scholarships, mentorship, and life skills development
Focused on accessibility and equity for those farthest from opportunity
The Trail Collective
Annual Commitment
Grants private access to curated experiences and foundation leadership
Aligns capital with transformational ROI and generational impact
We're Different
Traditional Philanthropy
Not a Giving Circle
We build long-term capital strategies, not just pool donations.
Not an Endowment
We don't just preserve wealth—we deploy it for change today.
Not a Donor-Advised Fund
We go beyond passive giving to active partnership.
Not a Social Club
We prioritize economic outcomes over social connections.
The Trail Collective
Generational Capital Strategy
Asset-based strategies that create lasting change.
Active Capital Deployment
Strategically investing in immediate, measurable impact.
Network of Changemakers
Collaborative community driving systemic solutions.
Legacy Building
Creating named ventures and sustainable wealth opportunities.
Strategic Advisory Role
Collaborate directly on new initiatives and expansions
Named Venture Funds
Create lasting legacy through named scholarships or programs
Prominent Acknowledgment
Featured in impact reports and media coverage
Private Gatherings
Intimate dinners and curated networking events
Behind-The-Scenes Access
Exclusive previews of program milestones and impact
Where Vision Meets Verifiable Impact
Our work is guided by clear priorities and rigorous measurement. We deploy capital toward initiatives with the greatest potential for generational impact, while maintaining full transparency through detailed tracking and reporting.
FRAN Grant Program
Supporting women of the global majority in launching franchises & career opportunities.
NIL Opportunities
Empowering college athletes to build generational wealth through asset-based ventures.
The Buxton & Lakewood
Redeveloping infrastructure and improving access to affordable housing and urban agriculture.
CO Soccer Foundation
Increasing access to sports, mentorship, and education through Colorado’s soccer programming.
