My Impact – Fundamentals of Modern Philanthropy
Fundamentals of Modern Philanthropy provides new perspectives on the broad variety of impacts that
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Working Papers and Research
Learning From Failures In Venture Philanthropy And Social Investment
This research report by EVPA, is a collection of experiences and lessons from twelve organisations within venture philanthropy and social investment. It aims to share their learnings from failure with other practitioners.
Social Impact Strategies for Banks: Venture philanthropy and social investment
This publication from the European Venture Philanthropy Association (EVPA), written by Dr Leonora Buckland and with the support of the London Business School, explores how European banks can use their core strengths –financial acumen, investment skills, capital and networks– to actively generate social impact by engaging in venture philanthropy and social investment. It is a compilation of numerous interviews with executives at banks, as well as archival research.
The Practices, Impact and Implications of Inspiring Scotland’s First Five Years
An Independent Research Report on the Practices, Impact and Implications of Inspiring Scotland’s First Five Years authored by Gates Scholar, Noah J. Isserman, at the University of Cambridge. This report examines, in depth, the practices and methods employed by Inspiring Scotland venture philanthropy fund and it is the result of four years of research.
Collaborating for Impact: Working in partnership to boost growth and improve outcomes
Charities and commissioners increasingly see collaboration as a way to access new funding, grow and improve services. But that doesn’t mean it’s easy. To avoid the risks, charities need to understand what makes collaboration a success. NPC and Impetus have joined forces to explore collaboration because they believe it has the potential to improve the sector’s collective impact. This report by Angela Kail and Rob Abercrombie highlights some of the less talked-about issues that connect collaboration with social impact.
