Thrive Impact Fund is mapping an optimal process for blending different financing (debt, equity, grants) and investors (public, private, philanthropic) around social impact projects. This collaboration and the innovative financial instruments created could significantly change how projects gather funding.
Funding for non-profits and charities is always precarious. A shift in federal leadership or government may mean a shift in priorities, which could disrupt programs and services across the country.
Data collection practices often rely on active and informed consent – but how can people in precarious situations genuinely understand what is happening with their biometric information, how it will be stored, and who it will be shared with?
With a larger number of non-profits collecting, stewarding and analyzing information about marginalized communities, it’s critical they do it well, while upholding the privacy and dignity of vulnerable people.
It's vital for those in the social services world to continue to learn, grow and implement new ideas.
When outside interests take over a small or medium business, manager positions are usually the first to be cut, removing large salaries from communities. Often, the business is purchased then closed, leaving holes in the community. Employee Ownership Trusts help businesses stay in local communities when a business has no successor, and contribute to employee retention and financial wealth.
