About Us

Alejandra Brown

Founder

Her approach is pragmatic and culturally informed, grounded in the principles of meaningful relationship-building that underpin effective philanthropy. Whether developing insights to guide strategic social investment or designing leadership programs for emerging changemakers and entrepreneurs, she brings both rigorous strategic thinking and hands-on experience to help donors make informed, lasting contributions. 

In recognition of her leadership and commitment to social change, the World Economic Forum selected Alejandra to join the Global Shapers Community in 2011, where she went on to serve in multiple curatorship roles and now is part of the Alumni Community.

She holds a Master’s degree in International Relations from American University, with a focus on Global Governance, Politics, and Security; a Master’s degree in Fundraising from Universidad Complutense de Madrid; and in Nonprofit Management and Leadership from ESADE Business School. She has also earned certificates in Corporate Social Responsibility (American University), Fundraising and Social Marketing (American College), Global Displacement and Migration (Georgetown University), and Leadership, Organizing, and Action (Harvard Kennedy School). She is currently pursuing the CAP® (Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy) certification (The American College of Financial Services).

Why I Do It

My work is shaped by lived experience. I began not as a consultant, but as someone whose life was transformed by the support of community and nonprofit organizations. Raised by a single mother in Central America, I gained access to quality education through programs made possible by the generosity of philanthropists. Over time, I became a volunteer, educator, advocate, and fundraiser—responding to community needs and witnessing both the power and the limitations of philanthropy up close.

Through my work with grassroots organizations across Latin America, Europe, and now the United States, I have seen how Latino-led nonprofits often struggle to secure the resources they need, and how initiatives can falter when local communities are not meaningfully engaged. These experiences inform my conviction that philanthropy is most effective when it is grounded in trust, cultural understanding, and collaboration.

I believe philanthropists have an extraordinary opportunity to strengthen this work when they are equipped with accurate insights, strategic guidance, and authentic connections to the communities they hope to support. My role is to bridge that gap—helping donors understand on-the-ground realities, navigate complexity, and invest in ways that fulfill their vision and desires.