A Checkup on PRIs
For one leading health funder, program-related investments promise to help underserved populations.
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Philanthropy’s New Frontier—Impact Investing
Philanthropists should become more active impact investors, focusing on building sustainable social enterprises often overlooked by private investors who seek market-rate returns.
Islamic Finance and Social Responsibility
As the demand for business to connect with responsibility grows globally, Islamic financial and socially responsible markets have much to learn from one another.
When What’s Counted Doesn’t Count
Without an increase in resources for the development of impact measurement, investors will continue to under-rate the achievements of programs that take a more holistic view of social and environmental improvement.
Leveling the Investment Playing Field
Betting on women entrepreneurs with a first-time seed investment nearly closes the achievement gap between female and male founders.
Philanthropy: The New Risk Capital?
Novel, targeted investment strategies are giving donors a powerful chance to spend wisely—by fueling the innovation economy.
Seeding Mission-Driven Startups
A look at the current early-stage investment landscape for social startups, and how entrepreneurs can make a better case for funding.
Investing in a Healthier Climate
A new report examines the risks and opportunities that climate change presents to impact investors.