economic dignity is a human right.
the birthright project is a nonprofit harnessing art, technology, science and empathy to reimagine the systems and tools that unlock economic dignity in underserved communities.
birthright project aims to transform how access, ownership, and opportunity are created — and who they are created for.
by combining global expertise and resources with local creativity, talent, and need, we create access to tools, spaces, and infrastructure that empower individuals and support long-term community growth.
we are designing practical tools and systems that expand equity, ownership, and opportunity in low-resourced communities.
our platforms
we organize our work through two core platforms — birthright labs and birthright foundation. one to build, one to sustain.
birthright labs
a venture studio for pilot initiatives that test what’s possible — and scalable.
our pilots include things like community credit models, green maker spaces, and digital skills fellowships. we build, learn, and refine in the field.
our aim: identify models that can grow with — not just in — communities.
birthright foundation
our foundation fuels scale — connecting partners, unlocking resources, and supporting long-term growth. we focus on building unconventional ecosystems that drive unconventional change.
we support what makes scale sustainable.
what drives us
we believe prosperity should be permissionless.
that means removing barriers to care, capital, community, and creativity.
our work is grounded in 3 interconnected pillars of economic dignity:
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every person deserves the tools to shape their own future. we invest in the fundamentals: access to quality healthcare, education, and digital skills. when people are healthy, informed, and connected, they’re better equipped to make decisions, create opportunities, and lead change.
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dignity requires not just surviving—but building. we support pathways that expand income, unlock ownership, and ensure fair access to capital. from small-scale entrepreneurship to long-term investments, we help individuals and families grow what they earn and own.
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people thrive in strong communities. we strengthen the systems and relationships that hold neighborhoods together—safe and affordable housing, clean transit, green space, digital infrastructure, and environmental care. we also invest in the invisible threads: trust, belonging, and shared responsibility.