About this fund
Embark on a journey with The Founders Arena, Inc. (TFA), where innovation converges with a vision for a brighter future. As a registered 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organisation based in Arlington, TX, TFA identifies and nurtures the most promising WealthTech companies globally. Our mission extends beyond entrepreneurship — we aspire to catalyze positive societal change locally and internationally through WealthTech innovation. Supported by esteemed sponsors like First Rate, SEI, and the Arlington Economic Development Corporation, TFA is a public-private initiative that connects the dots in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. As part of our 2023 giving season campaign, The Founders Arena will donate 50% of the proceeds to the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce’s “What’s Your Big Idea?” entrepreneurship contest for elementary, middle school, and high school students in the Arlington Independent School District.
At the heart of TFA’s efforts lies the WealthTech Accelerator, a dynamic program designed to empower startups in the WealthTech space. Beyond the conventional, we connect a select group of entrepreneurs with resources, strategic partners, and influencers worldwide. Our inaugural cohort is a testament to innovation’s global reach: Charityvest, InvestSuite, Lumiant, Manifest, Sora Finance, and Tax Status. Each startup brings a unique flavour to our ecosystem, showcasing the untapped potential within WealthTech.
The Founders Arena program is built on core pillars; mentorship and education, networking and community building, entrepreneurial subject matter expertise, and key ecosystem building to drive growth. Unlike a traditional accelerator, we actively engage the local community and the City of Arlington through community collaboration and economic development, with activities such as involving high school volunteers in the accelerator showcase and hosting local programs and hackathons. Fostering an entrepreneurial spirit from a young age is key to shaping the future of innovation, which is why this year, we will be supporting the impactful “What's Your Big Idea?” entrepreneurship contest through our donations.
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