Where does Brandon Parkes work?

Brandon Parkes is Partner | Camelback Fellowship at Camelback Ventures.

What check size does Brandon Parkes write?

Brandon Parkes typically writes checks of $200K – $500K.

Where did Brandon Parkes go to school?

Brandon Parkes studied at Binghamton University (Psychology); Half Hollow Hills West High School (High School Diploma); Brookfield Public High School.

Brandon Parkes

Investor

Partner | Camelback Fellowship at Camelback Ventures · Advisor at Gaingels

New York City

Writes $200K – $500K checks · typically $350K

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About

Founder of Parkes Philanthropy, an award-winning fundraising and strategy firm supporting nonprofits and social impact organizations. Previously led strategic partnerships at Gaingels, a VC syndicate focused on diverse founders, and held leadership roles in corporate social responsibility.

Experience

Parkes PhilanthropyFounder and CEOcurrent2020 — presentNew York, New York, United States
Camelback VenturesPartnercurrent2026 — present
GaingelsAdvisorcurrent2026 — present
GaingelsHead of Corporate Board Diversity Programcurrent2021 — present
GaingelsBoard Diversity Program Leadcurrent2020 — presentNew York, New York, United States
StartingBlocSocial Innovation Fellowcurrent2016 — presentWashington D.C. Metro Area
The Black Wall Street Digital AppAdvisor2022 — 2024
Bridge Philanthropic Consulting, LLC.Executive Consultant2019 — 2021New York, NY
CariClubNonprofit Engagement Manager2018 — 2019New York, NY
Right To PlayFinance and Partnerships Manager2016 — 2018New York, NY
SocialGiveFounder2016 — 2018New York, NY
Net Impact NYCConsultant, Project Lead2017New York, NY
Morgan StanleyCommunity Affairs Project Consultant (contract)2016New York, NY
Right To PlayDevelopment Associate, Finance2014 — 2016New York, New York
ToyotaCorporate Philanthropy Intern2013New York, New York
Aqua Techniques Ltd. (Cooler Experts)Sustainability Intern2012Hicksville, NY

Skills & more

Fundraising33Market Research17SEO13Event Planning23Social Media27Editing13Digital Media8Non-profit Program Development7Digital Marketing3Psychology2Corporate Communications4Community Outreach6

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Customer ServiceTeam LeadershipPublic SpeakingHTMLCSSSocial media (campaigns, trends, business niches, twitter/facebook finesse)WordPressSalesforce.comMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelPowerPoint

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Colleagues at Camelback Ventures

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Vice President | Finance & Operations at Camelback Ventures

Dr. Callie Womble Edwards

Researcher in Residence at Camelback Ventures

Ebony Archie

Manager | Digital Marketing & Communications at Camelback Ventures

Elaine Atherton

Chief Programs Officer at Camelback Ventures

Enovia Bedford

Director of Programs at Camelback Ventures

Errika Moore

Chief External Affairs Officer at Camelback Ventures

Hannah Reed

Special Projects at Camelback Ventures

Frequently asked questions

Who is Brandon Parkes?: Founder of Parkes Philanthropy, an award-winning fundraising and strategy firm supporting nonprofits and social impact organizations. Previously led strategic partnerships at Gaingels, a VC syndicate focused on diverse founders, and held leadership roles in corporate social responsibility.
Where does Brandon Parkes work?: Brandon Parkes is Partner | Camelback Fellowship at Camelback Ventures.
What check size does Brandon Parkes write?: Brandon Parkes typically writes checks of $200K – $500K.
Where did Brandon Parkes go to school?: Brandon Parkes studied at Binghamton University (Psychology); Half Hollow Hills West High School (High School Diploma); Brookfield Public High School.

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Shared employers

Also worked at Right To Play3

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