We’re Julian DePaoli and Eric Newman, students who have been fortunate to collaborate with remarkable organizations and individuals. In May 2025, we are excited to introduce a new initiative we’ve been developing: The Modesto Project, also known as the Nano Fund.
The concept is simple: to provide small, no-obligation micro-funds to individuals, small businesses, and educational projects. These funds aim to spark ideas and growth without the pressure of repayment. If recipients succeed and wish to give back later, they are welcome to do so. The project is built on trust, opportunity, and community.
We will begin by focusing on five communities where we already have strong roots: Peru, Guyana, India, Cambodia, and Kenya. Inspired by our partnerships with Inspira in Peru, the Caritas School of Life, Shanti Bhavan in India, and Megan’s Hug in Canada, we have seen firsthand how small acts of support can create powerful change.
The Modesto Project is more than financial help, it’s a way to show faith in people’s potential. We hope it will open doors for others, just as so many have been opened for us.
Thank you for reading. We will share more updates soon and can’t wait to see the positive impact this project brings.