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CAPITA FORWARD: A COMMUNITY SHAPING THE FUTURE 

Capita Forward is a community of philanthropic, civic, business, and social sector leadership organizations serving as Capita’s intellectual and financial partners.

Together, we imagine and build a future where families and their communities can flourish. Guided by a commitment to action and the transformative power of ideas to shape culture and society, Capita Forward members find inspiration, access to a vibrant network, and future-focused insights that can help shape their work and the world around them.

As a Capita Forward member, you not only support Capita’s mission but also contribute to the development of shared resources that benefit your organization, fellow members, and the broader community. Our goal is to ensure this community remains inclusive and impactful while sustaining the work that drives our mission forward.

We’ve designed membership options to ensure accessibility for all. If these options don’t fully meet your needs, we’re happy to work with you to find alternative ways to join.

Capita Forward Benefits

Community, Hospitality, & Solidarity

  • Membership in a network of leading philanthropic, civic, and business boundary-breakers committed to the flourishing of children, families, and the common good.
  • Influence Capita’s work by providing input on our activities, agenda, and outreach strategies.
  • Attend an exclusive members-only reception at Capita’s signature annual event.
  • Be formally recognized as an advisor and supporter of Capita’s mission.

Collaborative Learning & Exploration

  • Access discounted rates for Capita events and invite colleagues, clients, or stakeholders to join our events.
  • Participate in ad hoc meetups—hosted by Capita or members—to dive into emerging topics and trends.
  • Enjoy member-exclusive Q&A sessions following Capita webinars.
  • Take advantage of discounted rates for Capita-led learning sprints and webinars, turning research into practical strategies.

Knowledge & Insights

  • Receive monthly, exclusive insights from Capita’s founder and CEO, Joe Waters.
  • Exclusive invitations to debriefs from Capita’s attendance at major events, e.g., the United Nations Climate Change Conferences.
  • Be the first to access new Capita publications and event announcements.
  • Stay updated on Capita’s latest progress, achievements, and impact through regular updates.

To find our more about Capita Forward and how to become a community member, please get in touch with Joe Waters (joe@capita.org).

Capita Forward Members

Afton Partners
Children’s Museum of the Upstate
Community Outreach Group for Landscape Design
DO MORE Foundation
Fair Play Policy Institute
Family Connects International
Greenville County First Steps
Little Friends
Home Grown Childcare
HopeStar Foundation
New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children

Oglala Sioux Tribe
Openfields
Qendra Marrëdhënie
Reach Out and Read Carolinas, Virginia, Maryland, and DC
Richard and Nancy Marriott Foundation
Sesame Workshop
Summerville Advising
Swing Set Institute
Thrive Durham
United WE

Capita Forward Contribution Levels
Businesses, associations, operating non-profits, and operating foundations (including community foundations)

Organization Budget Size
Under $100,000
$100,000 – $250,000
$250,000 – $750,000
$750,000 – $2,000,000
$2,000,000 +

Annual Contribution Level
$200
$1,000
$3,500
$7,500
$12,500

Private Grantmaking Foundations

Assets
Under $2,500,000
$2,500,000 – $10,000,000
$10,000,000 – $50,000,000
$50,000,000-$100,000,000
$100,000,000+

Annual Contribution Level
$1,000
$2,500
$5,000
$7,500
$15,000