Why Impact Investors Need More Than Data to Make Good Decisions
Written By Joy Anoruo – Blog Contributor Impact investors are driven by the desire to generate positive social and environmental change alongside financial returns. Data plays a crucial role in measuring progress, but it is not enough on its own to make well-informed decisions. Here’s why investors need a broader perspective that goes beyond numbers: […]
The Cost of Capital: Why Women and Minority Entrepreneurs Pay More for Business Loans—And What Impact Investors Can Do About It
Let’s talk about something that’s been hiding in plain sight: not all business loans are created equal. If you’re investing in businesses owned by women or people of color, the odds are that these enterprises are being charged higher interest rates, facing stricter collateral demands, or both. And not because of financial risk but because […]
How to Use AI to Shape Storytelling, Donor Engagement, and Brand Trust in the Impact Sector
AI is changing the game for nonprofits and impact investors, making it easier to connect, engage, and build trust in ways we’ve never seen before. Donor expectations are evolving fast, and transparency is no longer optional—it’s a necessity. If organizations want to stay relevant and impactful, they need to start using AI to refine their […]
The Eco-Builder’s Playbook: Strategies for Sustainable Success
Contributed by Sharon Wagner | Image via Freepik Launching a green building business is an impactful way to contribute to environmental conservation while capitalizing on a burgeoning market. Begin by thoroughly understanding the green building landscape and exploring cutting-edge trends and market demands. Discover a niche that resonates with your strengths – whether it’s in […]
Winning Funders Through Branding
Getting funders to fall in love with your brand can be a bit of a mystery. You don’t know what they’re thinking, but you’ve got the passion, the mission, and the drive to make a difference. And while that might seem like enough, when you can’t drive the mission because your staff isn’t paid, or […]
Money Loves Speed
In the competitive world of nonprofit fundraising, every moment counts. Securing funding is a race against time, and a lackadaisical approach can mean the difference between achieving your mission and falling short. While passion and purpose are the heartbeats of your organization, speed and efficiency are the lifeblood that sustain it.
