Providing non-financial support is core to investing for impact. But what does that mean in practice, and how much help can a small investment team realistically offer? The head of UK social investor Resonance takes us behind the scenes.
Measuring and managing social impact is a fundamental characteristic of any investor for impact. But what does that mean in practice? Daniel Brewer, head of UK social investment firm Resonance, takes us behind the scenes.
Covid-19 isn’t just affecting social businesses and charities – it’s also a concern for their investors, who may face reduced income and an uncertain pipeline. How can they best respond?
Silke Horák, co-founder of Tilia Impact Ventures, on the lightbulb moment that sparked a new career path, and the visionary – and impatient – entrepreneur who continues to inspire her.
Impact-driven initiatives easily fall off the list of corporate priorities. But corporate foundations and other corporate social investors are uniquely placed to use their influence – here are four ways they can take a lead.
Lockdown has one upside: it's easier than ever to rub shoulders with social entrepreneurs and impact investors from around the world – without even leaving your desk. Here are 10 to add to your schedule.
To the rescue: new COVID Response Alliance to help 15,000 social entrepreneurs worldwide survive the coronavirus crisis with cash, coordination and lobbying.
EVPA's Alessia Gianoncelli introduces our new joint series, which explores the ten core principles that can help funders ensure they're backing high-impact solutions in the smartest possible way.
The head of Ireland’s Social Innovation Fund on the health worker who opened her eyes to the needs of a marginalised group – and who proved that some forms of innovation are a slow burn.
