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Growing numbers of foundations, government agencies, and corporations in Europe are adopting venture philanthropy practices.
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One of 16 special essays on how the field of social innovation has evolved and what challenges remain ahead.
By Manju Mary George | 1 -
One of 16 special essays on how the field of social innovation has evolved and what challenges remain ahead.
By Jacqueline Novogratz | 3 -
More money than ever is flowing into impact investing, yet many social entrepreneurs creating companies that serve the poor still find it difficult to raise capital.
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We need integrated solutions, not just investment capital, to address social problems.
By Antony Bugg-Levine | 4 -
The public debate around climate change is no longer about science—it’s about values, culture, and ideology.
By Andrew J. Hoffman | 25 -
The US State Department is redefining diplomacy and development.
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Root Capital and Acumen Fund propose a system for program evaluation that is akin to GPS.
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Green bonds have come to the United States.
By Suzie Boss -
How the UK’s social investment bank will harness entrepreneurship and capital to solve societal problems.
Blog Posts
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If we want to develop a new industry, alignment of interests is critical for long-term success.
By Daniel Izzo -
Impact investment opportunities could arise across the MENA region with the proper incentives and regulatory framework.
By Jamil Wyne & Yehia Houry -
Real assets can have real environmental impact and are ideal investments for young people with new wealth.
By Rufo Quintavalle | 4 -
A report from the Investors’ Circle conference.
By Jenna Nicholas | 2 -
A global study of healthcare social enterprises shows that partnerships, not investment, are the key to healthcare innovation and new markets.
By Andy Thornton -
The Social Impact Bond model puts evidence and outcomes measurement at the heart of contracting.
By Alisa Helbitz & Emily Bolton | 1 -
Reconsidering what’s “investable” in impact investing.
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It is time to clarify precisely what we mean by investing with the intent to create social and environmental impacts, and measuring our progress.
By Beth Sirull & Ben Thornley -
The work of the Social Innovation Fund should provide inspiration to governments looking to drive social investment at home.
By Jenny North | 4 -
Responsible sourcing of products and services can strengthen and transform deprived social economies.
By David Batstone | 3
Podcasts
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How can partnerships help the nonprofit sector navigate legislative hurdles, new leadership, and antiquated business models? Featuring Melissa Bradley -
Thomas Barry, founder of the Zephyr Management investment firm, discusses widespread opportunities for private equity investment in Africa. Featuring Thomas Barry -
Thomas Gibian, Chairman of Emerging Capital Partners, discusses the success of his organization in investing in companies across the African continent through seven funds. Featuring Thomas Gibian | 1
Webinars
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Discussing how to implement the collective impact model and and stories of collective impact success.
John Kania, Kat Allen & Marc Van Ameringen
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Collective Impact | 56
Large-scale social change requires broad cross-sector coordination, not the isolated intervention of individual organizations.
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Ten Nonprofit Funding Models | 34
For-profit executives use business models—such as "low-cost provider" or "the razor and the razor blade"—as a shorthand way to describe...
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What’s Sex Got to Do with It? | 37
An inconvenient truth is hiding behind the current excitement about educating girls.
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The Role of Brand in the Nonprofit Sector | 29
More nonprofits are managing their brands to create greater impact and organizational cohesion.
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The Problem with Fair Trade Coffee | 11
Fair Trade-certified coffee is growing in sales, but strict certification requirements are resulting in uneven economic advantages for...
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The Strategic Plan is Dead. Long Live Strategy. | 31
In today’s fast-changing world, why freeze your strategic thinking in a five-year plan?
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Seven Habits of Highly Effective Mentors | 8
How to make the most of being a mentor.
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The Eight-Word Mission Statement | 21
Don’t settle for more.
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Embracing Emergence: How Collective Impact Addresses Complexity | 4
Collective impact is upending conventional wisdom on how we achieve social progress.
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Channeling Change: Making Collective Impact Work | 20
This follow-up on the popular "Collective Impact" article provides updated, in-depth guidance.






