Chris Schultz

I’ve been quiet (er, Analog, lately) but Anne and I have been putting a lot of love into Launch Pad Foundation this summer and we’re eager to share what we’ve been building — we want to expand the world of people doing cool stuff through the @launchpadfoundation so we’re recruiting a new group of creators who want to build community and bring people together. Here’s what that has looked like this year! 👉

@aed311 leading a hike through the fog at an Analog Session last spring, with Gestalt work and time to reconnect in nature.

@jessicamartinart sharing the story of @peptockids. We found each other just as LPF was beginning its work in fiscal sponsorship, and we learned the ropes alongside her. Now we’re celebrating Peptoc’s graduation to its own 501(c)(3). We’re grateful she helped us get here.

And Tim Ryan—who you may know as @timoteo_gigante —doing what he loves at an Analog Session. Earlier this year, we were fortunate to support him with fiscal sponsorship in founding @lagunalab_ , a new space in Sonoma County and part of our Spark community.

Behind each of these moments is someone who cared enough to bring people together. People turning their passion into purpose.

We’d love to help more people take that step. If you’re already pouring yourself into a community project—or have an idea you’re ready to try—our Fall 2026 Spark applications are open.

You lead the work. LPF provides a charitable home, practical support, and a way to raise tax-deductible donations without starting a nonprofit of your own.

Apply by October 10 at lp.foundation. Or send this to someone whose labor of love is ready for our support.