The Takeoff Institute is a nonprofit organization focused on helping underrepresented undergraduates and early-career professionals build the knowledge, network, and confidence required to thrive in high-impact careers and become long-term wealth owners.

Our model centers on three pillars:

Education: Practical financial literacy, career navigation, and investing curriculum.
Access: Direct exposure to industry leaders, recruiters, and capital allocators.
Community: A supportive cohort, alumni network, and mentors who are invested in your long-term success.

Our vision: A world where students and professionals have equitable access to information, networks, and capital, and are able to live full, financially secure, and self-determined lives.

Key highlights:

Hundreds of Fellows and alumni across top universities and companies.
Programming spanning finance, tech, entrepreneurship, and social impact.
Partnerships with leading firms and operators committed to inclusive opportunity.

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Past campaigns

THE TAKEOFF CLASSIC

Black Philanthropy Month

Sydney Marathon 2026