Julian Robertson (left) and Tom Cousins, two of Purpose Built’s founding funders.

The Purpose Built team always looked forward to seeing Mr. Robertson at our events and conferences. He joined us for several Purpose Built Communities conferences over the years, offering encouragement and generating excitement throughout the Network. He was engaging, funny and kind to those who had the good fortune to interact with him.

The work we do across our Network is part of his legacy, and we are grateful. His wisdom, counsel, and philanthropic investments changed lives and continue to make a difference in communities across the world.

Purpose Built Communities will continue to honor Mr. Robertson’s legacy by working with leaders around the United States to ensure every neighborhood and the people who live there have the resources and opportunities they need to do well in our country.