Aaron
About Aaron
Aaron, co-founder of Chariot and MyTenPercent, is dedicated to philanthropy, committing 10% of his annual income to charity.
Aaron Co-Founder
Aaron is a Co-Founder of multiple ventures in the philanthropic and financial technology sectors. With a focus on creating innovative solutions to manage charitable donations, Aaron has leveraged his background and connections to impact the way people contribute to philanthropy. His work includes the creation of MyTenPercent and Chariot, both aimed at simplifying and enhancing charitable giving.
Aaron's Education and Brief Background
Aaron studied at the University of Pennsylvania, where he met his future business partner Salo. Their college connection laid the foundation for later collaborative ventures. Aaron's professional journey includes a pivotal role at Bain & Company, where he met Drew on his first day, further expanding his network in the industry.
Philanthropic Endeavors of Aaron
Aaron shares a deep commitment to philanthropy with his partners Salo and Drew. This commitment is reflected in their personal practice of donating 10% of their income each year to charitable causes. Aaron's philanthropic focus has driven the development of tools and platforms that make charitable giving more accessible and manageable for others.
Co-Founding MyTenPercent
Aaron co-founded MyTenPercent, a social banking app aimed at managing and distributing charitable funds. The platform is designed to help donors efficiently allocate their contributions, fostering a more organized and impactful approach to giving. MyTenPercent has enabled donors to better understand and utilize their charitable dollars, aligning with Aaron’s passion for philanthropy.
Founding Chariot and Online Donations
Through his work with MyTenPercent, Aaron learned about Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) and identified a gap in the ability to donate online using DAFs. This realization led Aaron to co-found Chariot, a platform specifically designed to facilitate online donations with Donor Advised Funds. Chariot addresses the need for modern, digital solutions in the philanthropic sector, simplifying the donation process for users.