Bridging human wisdom and technological possibility for meaningful and enjoyable impact
View full experienceWho I Am
I'm Charles McDonald, a social impact leader, self-taught developer and AI/ML-for-equity expert who bridges worlds that don't usually connect: political philosophy and AI safety research, human-centered facilitation and custom technology development, community wisdom and cutting-edge innovation.
My approach combines deep experience in social change, philanthropy, and technology with technical expertise to create solutions that honor human wisdom while leveraging technological possibility. I help organizations navigate the space between vision and action, building tools and facilitating processes that make meaningful impact not just possible, but enjoyable.
Services & Solutions
Strategic facilitation, custom technology development, and ready-to-use tools for social impact organizations
All services are grounded in the EDA™ methodology—a neuroscience-informed approach that activates collective intelligence
Technology Solutions
Full-stack development and responsible AI solutions that honor human wisdom while leveraging technological possibility.
Frontend Development
React, Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS
Backend Systems
API development, database design, authentication
AI/ML Integration
Custom AI tools, machine learning applications
Complete Infrastructure
Admin panels, automated workflows, deployment
Recent Example:
Built Community Engagement Partners a complete custom platform with AI-powered features - saving them 70% on tech and operations costs.
ENVISION DESIGN ACTUALIZE™Methodology
Neuroscience-informed facilitation that activates collective intelligence and builds authentic stakeholder partnerships.
Coalition Building
Stakeholder alignment and authentic partnership development
Strategic Planning
Breakthrough retreat design and facilitation
EDA Implementation
Multi-month transformation using neuroscience-informed methodology
Leadership Development
Executive coaching and team capacity building
Proven Results:
Organizations using EDA methodology report 78% implementation success within 6 months.
Knowledge Products
AI-powered tools designed specifically for social impact leaders, by social impact leaders.
Actualize Funding
AI-powered donor management for grassroots fundraisers
Equity Decision Tools
Decision-making software inspired by gradients of agreement
Foundation Equity Parser
990-PF analysis tool evaluating foundation giving through equity lens
EDA AR Tutorials
Augmented reality experiences bringing neuroscience insights to life
Why These Tools?
Built out of necessity and frustration with the lack of technology designed for social-impact leaders BY social impact leaders.
Get In Touch
Ready to ENVISION possibilities, DESIGN solutions, and ACTUALIZE impact together? Let's explore how we can align values with action.
Professional Network
LinkedInI'm always interested in connecting with:
- •Philanthropic organizations seeking strategic guidance
- •Community leaders building innovative solutions
- •Tech teams developing AI for social impact
- •Organizations prioritizing equity and justice