Investing in Our Future
Philanthropists and other impact investors play a critical role in funding risky, early-stage startups developing science-based solutions to climate change.
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The Investment Gap that Threatens the Planet
To prevent drastic climate change, philanthropists must invest more in nascent solutions ignored by traditional capital markets.
Innovative Infrastructure
Many cities are adapting in the face of climate change.
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The Digital Future of Canadian Philanthropy
Why philanthropists should embrace digital innovation with a focus on social research and development.
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The Strength of Social Enterprise
As government and philanthropic funding becomes unpredictable and markets evolve, some nonprofits can succeed with social enterprise. An innovative NeighborWorks America program shows them how to do it.
Game-changing Technology Is Not Enough
Mobile technology-driven solutions that aim to create social impact need to invest in customer-centric development and user training.
Funders: Come In Early, Stay Late
How unrestricted, early-stage funding can help nonprofits and social enterprises scale quickly and scale strong.
Open Source Software Is Philanthropy
When properly supported, open source software can spark innovation, accelerate social good, and ultimately help change the world.
The Unexamined Algorithm Is Not Worth Using
Why nonprofits need to evaluate the ethics of their algorithms.