Acumen Fund is a non-profit global venture fund that uses entrepreneurial approaches to solve the problems of global poverty. We seek to prove that small amounts of philanthropic capital, combined with large doses of business acumen, can build thriving enterprises that serve vast numbers... more

Echoing Green provides first-stage funding and support to visionary leaders with bold ideas for social change. As an angel investor in the social sector, Echoing Green identifies, funds and supports the world's most exceptional emerging leaders and the organizations they launch. Through a... more

Since 1998, New Profit has helped a portfolio of social entrepreneurs build world-class organizations and scale their social impact. New Profit believes that just as entrepreneurship and invention have enabled our nation to create a productive, vibrant economy, so too can we harness... more

SVP develops "long-term strategic relationships" with non-profit organizations, but only gives 12-month grants in its first year. That seems contradictory, can you explain? SVP gives initial 12-month grants to new Investees with a long-term approach in mind. During the first year of a... more

Research Corporation is a private operating foundation that aids basic research in the physical sciences (astronomy, chemistry, and physics mainly) at U.S. and Canadian colleges and universities.

You probably have not yet heard of Cleveland Social Venture Partners, but you will. The organization made its presence know when, quite unceremoniously, it presented its first gift, a $50,000 grant, to Youth Opportunities Unlimited (Y.O.U.). The partnership, a philanthropic venture fund... more

When SCP was formed in early 2001, the original concept was to be a catalyst for large-scale social change in Canada by investing in great nonprofit organizations that had a system changing idea, visionary leadership and dramatic growth potential . Our initial investing strategy was based... more

DSVP is a partnership of local entrepreneurs, business people, professionals, and concerned citizens who contribute time, money, and skills to making Dallas a better place for all citizens, particularly for disadvantaged children. By working together with other partners and with... more

Founded in 2003, the GreenLight Fund set the following five-year goals: Develop a strong model to achieve the GreenLight mission Bring four to six high-impact nonprofit programs to Boston that are successful and sustainable Inspire the replication of one or more "GreenLight Funds" in... more

HSVP is a nonprofit, volunteer-driven organization. Each Partner commits to a minimum annual contribution for two years when he/she joins. Additionally, members are encouraged to contribute their time and expertise. Partners provide whatever resources it takes to ensure the success of... more

Social Venture Partners New Mexico (SVPNM) is a group of actively engaged grantmakers who support nonprofit organizations in New Mexico. Borrowing several aspects of the investment process that venture capitalists use to fund and grow success in start-up companies, our Partners "invest"... more