Stand Together is a philanthropic community founded in 2003 by Charles Koch that partners with social entrepreneurs to tackle the root causes of America\'s biggest problems. The organization works across education, the economy, criminal justice, free speech, and strong communities, providing partners with funding, a network of peers, and a playbook for applying proven principles to transform lives and society.
Stand Together embraces a bottom-up empowerment paradigm, guided by principles of dignity, openness, mutual benefit, and self-actualization. Through Principle Based Management™, the organization empowers team members and partners to create long-term value and meaningful impact. The community includes thousands of nonprofit leaders, business leaders, philanthropists, NFL legends, civil rights leaders, and grassroots activists united by the vision of a society where everyone has the opportunity to live a life of meaning by benefitting others.