5 Questions for Engaged Philanthropy
March 27, 2020
Like many of you, I am worried about what is happening in our world. While I know we are doing as much as we can to flatten the curve, the long-term impacts on our social change work are already starting to emerge. At times it feels overwhelming trying to figure out what comes next and how to lead our network through this moment, but I draw hope and inspiration from knowing that we are a community of do-ers and problem solvers. Read More
COVID-19: SVP International Update
March 12, 2020 Dear SVP Partners and Colleagues, I wanted to take a moment to write given the coronavirus outbreak here in the US and around the world. I live in Seattle where our major economic activities have come to a halt and leaders are working to figure out solutions in a time of significant crisis. Read More
Sneak Peak: SVP’s Collective Power in 2020
February 12, 2020 Dear SVP Community, It’s hard to believe that I’ve been with SVP for a whole year already! What a whirlwind it has been. Last week, I had the pleasure of visiting with Christine Margiotta and the rest of the rockstar SVP Los Angeles Staff and Partners and getting a little sneak peek into their work with community leaders. Read More
Looking Ahead at 2020
February 7, 2020
SVP International has some exciting updates to share! Please read on to learn more about the great changes and additions to our network. Launching the 2020 SVP Philanthropy Innovation Fund to build on the strength of our entrepreneurial network model. This Initiative will support sector learning and contribute to scaling global solutions. We know that […] Read More
Affiliate Spotlight: $300K Challenge Grant in SVP Tucson!
December 18, 2019
SVP Tucson secured a $300,000 challenge grant from a local family foundation. “This grant is designed to ignite the growth of our Partnership, expanding the financial and human capital necessary to take our work to the next level,” said Ciara Garcia, SVP Tucson CEO. Read More
Thank You for Supporting SVPI!
December 12, 2019 As I reflect on my first year as CEO of Social Venture Partners International, I feel inspired and grateful for the Affiliates and Partners like you that make up this network and are committed to transforming philanthropy to create the social change we hope to see in the world. Read More
Affiliate Spotlight: SVP Melbourne Tackling Youth Mental Health Crisis in Australia
November 20, 2019
There is a mental health crisis in Australia, with 1 in 5 adult Australians, and close to 1 in 7 young Australians, experiencing mental health challenges in any given year. SVP Melbourne is responding to this crisis through a partnership with Youth Life4Live (YL4L), which operates a proven evidence-based, community-based model for suicide prevention and […] Read More