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Welcome, Friends of Ascender

Friends of Ascender is for donors fully committed to uplifting the next generation of Pittsburgh’s founders. The entrepreneurs who build their businesses one-hire at a time. They are your neighbors and the silent catalyst that keeps our city’s wheels turning.

Friends offers three opportunities to pledge your support towards our community of builders. Every gift level funds real founders — real people building real companies in Pittsburgh. Choose the level that reflects your commitment to this community, and let's put it to work.

  • CHAMPION   $2,500   3-year commitment · scholarship*

    A founding investment in the next generation of builders. Your commitment makes you a cornerstone of Ascender's future. This is what it looks like to bet on founders before the world does. Your gift guarantees a full year of support for a founder: programming, mentorship, and community.

  • BOOTSTRAPPER   $1,500

    A gift that says: this community was worth building, and what comes next is worth funding. Covers Ascender Bootcamp for one founder.

  • BUILDER   $500

    A statement that the region needs a place where ALL founders belong. Opens the door for a founder who may not have otherwise found a way in.

All Friends of Ascender members will receive quarterly updates & personalized invitations to Ascender special events.

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Ascender is recognized as a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions to organizations with 501(c)(3) status may be tax deductible. Please consult your tax advisor to determine deductibility of this contribution.