Mission & Vision
Our Mission
We empower non-profit leaders and their teams with the tools, strategy, coaching, and global community needed to accelerate their transformation into high-performing, sustainable organizations.
How are we accomplishing this?
Our Vision
We envision a world where no non-profit leader stands alone—united by gratitude in an active network of trust, excellence, and shared purpose, creating ripple effects of impact in communities across the globe.
Our Story
Our founder and Board Chair, Randy Haykin, conceived Gratitude Network at the crossroads of a milestone birthday. After turning 50, Randy, a serial entrepreneur and venture capitalist, sought a shift toward charitable giving and making a meaningful impact on marginalized communities. He launched his “Gratitude 365” experiment, posting one thing he was grateful for each day for a year.
Soon, Randy realized that gratitude could spark action. He approached his network of colleagues, friends, and neighbors in the Bay Area and invited them to join him in creating change. Thus, Gratitude Network was born and began its global movement to revolutionize the non-profit industry.
Founder’s Perspective
History Timeline
2011
Randy Haykin embarks on his “Gratitude 365” experiment.
2012
Gratitude Network is founded as a 501(c)3 organization.
2013 – 2014
Gratitude hosts “The Intersection Event,” showcasing global impact entrepreneurs.
2015
The first Gratitude Soiree fundraising event is held.
2016
The organization narrows its focus to children and youth. The coaching program begins with 5 volunteer coaches and 10 expert advisors.
2017 – 2019
Gratitude expands its reach by supporting high-potential social entrepreneurs.
2020
During the Covid-19 pandemic, Gratitude pivots to virtual events and operations, selecting 33 Fellows from nearly 1300 global applicants.
2021
Gratitude transitions to an Accelerator model, rebranding for future growth. The network grows to include 45 coaches, 60 expert advisors, and hundreds of supporters.
2021 – 2023
Gratitude begins its shift to an Accelerator model and rebrands the organization for future growth. The network now includes 45 coaches.
2024
Gratitude hires GN Alum, Lauren Reilly, to lead next phase of growth. GN offers Springboard Impact Program in an asynchronous learning format to extend its programming to those not selected into the fellowship.
OUR VALUES
Our values are not just words we aspire to; they guide everything we do, shaping how we work with our fellows, partners, and community to create lasting impact
TRUST
Building and maintaining relationships founded on mutual respect, reliability, and accountability.
EXCELLENCE
Pursuing the highest standards, inspiring those around us to achieve their full potential.
PASSION
Loving the work we do and the impact we create. Passion drives us to make a meaningful difference and fuels our commitment to our mission.
COURAGE
Taking bold actions to challenge the status quo, embrace innovation, and lead transformative change. Courage fuels our ability to persevere in the face of challenges and seize opportunities for growth.
