Our COMMON Foundation

Welcome to Our COMMON Foundation - A New Chapter Begins. Founded in 2007 by Dr. Matthew Wilburn King, Our COMMON Foundation began as a philanthropic incubator—supporting bold ideas at the intersection of social impact, environmental sustainability, and public good. Over the years, we mentored changemakers, launched dozens of initiatives and new non-profits, and helped raise over $5 million to support people and the planet. Today, we enter a new chapter. Read the founder’s transition letter that has been posted. What began as a wide-reaching incubator has now evolved into a creative and philanthropic platform—a space for purpose-aligned programs that reflect our deepest commitments. We’re distilling our mission to focus on what matters most: fostering creativity, honoring the Earth, and sustaining the human spirit in times of global change. Our Current Initiatives We now support a select number of high-impact programs led by extraordinary people: GoGood App (Led by Frank Biasi) A digital tool helping travelers explore and sustain Earth’s treasured places through values-aligned journeys. Parsonage Gallery (Led by Dr. Aaron Rosen) A historic art space on the Maine coast exploring the sacred connection between ecology, creativity, and spirit. Ukraine Under Fire (Led by Jordan Campbell) A film project documenting the war in Ukraine and elevating stories of resilience, democracy, and human rights. As we continue to support these initiatives, we invite you to explore the stories, art, and ideas they bring to life—and to follow along as our journey unfolds.