Tony Shu
I’m passionate about building a world where everyone has access to housing that meets their needs.Cofounder of Parker and Breaktime. Graduate of Harvard University and Schwarzman Scholars. Recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30, BostInno 25 Under 25, and Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce's Ten Outstanding Young Leaders. Real estate investor and developer, licensed real estate agent, and manufactured housing dealer. Guinness World Record holder. Raised in Iowa and Boston. On a journey to live with purpose, peace, and presence every day.You'll find me reading under a tree, hiking through nature, dancing to hip hop, poring over a good map, and savoring quality time with loved ones.
Parker
An investment and data platform modernizing the mobile home park (manufactured housing community) industry. Our mission is to preserve, enhance, and expand our nation's supply of attainable housing.
Breaktime
Working to end young adult homelessness. Through a pioneering three-part transitional employment program, we equip young adults with the job and financial security they need to establish housing stability.
Giving
Supporting people and organizations working to ensure adequate housing for all, empower Opportunity Youth / orphans / children, nurture our Earth, and promote spiritual and mental well-being. Building a life rooted in generosity.
Investment & Development
Investing in core-plus and value-add housing opportunities (SFR, STR, Multifamily) in the Sun Belt and New England.
Causes and Organizations
Some organizations I've gotten the chance to support and recommend you research and consider supporting as well.H = Adequate housing for all
Y = Empowering Opportunity Youth, orphans, and children
E = Nurturing our Earth
S = Promoting spiritual and mental well-being
O = OtherA Better Chance – Scholarships for talented underrepresented students. (Y)
Against Malaria – Distributing insecticide-treated nets in high-risk areas to prevent malaria. (O)
Aidspirit USA – Clean water and resources for abandoned children in Uganda. (Y)
Arbor Day Foundation – Tree planting and environmental conservation. (E)
Be Like Brit – Education, social programs, and housing for orphaned children in Haiti. (Y, H)
BAGLY – LGBTQ+ youth services and advocacy. (Y)
Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program – Healthcare services to homeless individuals in Boston. (O)
Breaktime – Ending young adult homelessness through transitional employment. (H, Y)
Bridge Over Troubled Waters – Shelter and support for young adults experiencing homelessness. (H, Y)
Cambridge Insight Meditation Center – Meditation programs and mindfulness training. (S)
Charity:Water – Clean water projects in developing countries. (E)
Clean Air Task Force – Reducing air pollution and combating climate change. (E)
Fair Fight Action – Fair elections and voting rights. (O)
Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation – Research to combat Alzheimer's disease. (O)
International Rescue Committee – Humanitarian aid and assistance to refugees worldwide. (O)
Harvard Square Homeless Shelter – Emergency shelter for people experiencing homelessness. (H)
Jimmy Fund – Cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. (O)
Junior Achievement – Prepares young people for success through work readiness programs. (Y)
Malala Fund – Girls' education worldwide. (Y)
No Kid Hungry – Ending child hunger in the U.S. (Y)
Stop AAPI Hate – Fighting discrimination and racism against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. (O)
StrongMinds – Mental health support to underserved communities in Africa. (S)
The Philanthropy Lab – Increase student participation in philanthropy. (O)
Y2Y Network – Emergency shelter for young adults experiencing homelessness. (H, Y)