Smiling man with reddish-brown hair and beard, wearing a striped blue shirt, standing in front of a white truck.

Caleb Coder

Executive Director, Cultivate Initiatives – Portland, OR

Caleb Coder is a social entrepreneur and nonprofit leader focused on helping communities become stronger and more resilient. As Founder and Executive Director of Cultivate Initiatives, he leads a growing organization that serves neighbors facing instability through practical, community-based support.

A central part of his work is encouraging other communities to build similar models of care and opportunity.


On The NEO Fund Board, Caleb contributes experience in nonprofit leadership, collaborative program design, and advocacy for underserved populations. His approach emphasizes empathy, accountability, and broader economic inclusion, which closely matches the organization’s commitment to expanding opportunity and dignity.