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David Weekley

FounderDovetail Impact Foundation

Biography

David Weekley is Chairman of David Weekley Homes, founded 46 years ago, is the largest private homebuilder in the US with over $3 billion of sales in 2022. Since 1992, David has spent half of his time and earnings on philanthropic projects. Philanthropic endeavors for the first decade were primarily in the US, while efforts more recently have been focused internationally, primarily Africa. As Chairman of the Dovetail Impact Foundation, David practices a venture philanthropy model of investing treasure, time and talent to grow and help build competencies in non-profits and social enterprises serving the poor and disadvantaged. The Foundation’s international portfolio concentrates on improving education, health and livelihoods with a focus on helping young, innovative organizations scale up their proven models to reduce global poverty. Whether grants are given locally or internationally, David is committed to improving the lives of the less fortunate.

Regional Focus

Eastern and Southern Africa, Southeast Asia, West and Central Africa