Phoebe So

Co-lead of Fenomenal Funds,

Phoebe is a passionate advocate for social justice with nearly two decades of experience in strategic grantmaking and capacity building. Her approach to leadership is deeply rooted in feminist values, emphasizing transparency, power-sharing, and continuous learning.
Phoebe’s approach to leadership is shaped by her background as a qualified integral coach, focusing on personal and organizational development. She believes deep individual transformations, though often overlooked, are crucial to driving broader changes. With a firm conviction in the power of empathy and insight to effect meaningful change, she is committed to supporting individuals and teams in achieving their goals.
Phoebe resonates deeply with Fenomenal Funds’ approach to philanthropy and grantmaking, which embraces an ecosystem mindset. It recognizes the vital role Women’s Funds play within the feminist movement and their unique positioning to drive systemic change locally. This approach emphasizes collaborative power-sharing, support for organizational strengthening, and the pursuit of systemic change through innovative funding strategies. She is passionate about enhancing participatory grantmaking practices to ensure that the voices and needs of those most affected by social inequities are central to decision-making processes.
With her extensive global experience and deep intercultural understanding, Phoebe adeptly navigates diverse cultural landscapes and fosters collaborative relationships across a wide range of stakeholders. Her unwavering commitment to diversity, social justice, and anti-oppression work shines through as she strives to create lasting positive change and amplify the impact of women’s and feminist movements.
Born and raised in a migrant family in Hong Kong, Phoebe is fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English and speaks Indonesian and Thai. Traveling and cooking are her favorite ways to relieve stress outside of work. Her cat, Horlick, has been a constant companion throughout many online meetings.