“Fake rules” are rampant.  Glen Galaich from Stupski Foundation used this term to describe the arbitrary requirements that donor organizations often create in internal processes and impose on grantees. Fake rules first came up related to the ultimate authority that boards typically have over grantmaking decisions. Boards rarely reject proposed grants, yet countless hours are spent on board books for inevitable “ayes” at the meeting. Do the bylaws require this, or is this a fake rule that organizations can break and replace with better ones? More fake rules emerged around applications, rep ..read more

Curious about what it’s like to be part of the Geneva Global family? Dive into the experiences of our previous year’s intern in their blog! Becoming a Collaborative Changemaker 20240202Download The post Becoming a collaborative changemaker – one intern’s transformative journey at Geneva Global appeared first on Geneva Global ..read more

Black History Month is a time to reflect on the rich and complex history of African Americans and celebrate their lives. It is a reminder of the struggles and triumphs of the past and a celebration of the resilience and achievements of black individuals throughout history. Black History Month is not just about honoring the past, but also recognizing the importance of learning from and celebrating people with diverse backgrounds. By understanding the experiences and perspectives of others, we gain a broader and more nuanced view of the world. This is crucial to further breaking down s ..read more

Curious about what it’s like to be part of the Geneva Global family? Dive into the experiences of our previous year’s intern in their blog! Draft_Becoming-a-Collaborative-Changemaker_20240202Download The post Becoming a collaborative changemaker – one intern’s transformative journey at Geneva Global appeared first on Geneva Global ..read more

The full-spectrum nature of our work at Geneva Global (and Global Impact Ventures more broadly) gives us a distinctive vantage point into the dynamic and evolving landscape of philanthropy. On any given day, we could be advising the world’s largest private foundations and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, and by that same afternoon, we could be engaging directly with pioneering social entrepreneurs tackling the world’s toughest challenges. Although we do not have all the answers, our collective experience does give us a keen awareness of the evolving trends shaping the proverbial philanthropic ..read more

Black History Month is a time to reflect on the rich and complex history of African Americans and celebrate their lives. It is a reminder of the struggles and triumphs of the past and a celebration of the resilience and achievements of black individuals throughout history. Black History Month is not just about honoring the past, but also recognizing the importance of learning from and celebrating people with diverse backgrounds. By understanding the experiences and perspectives of others, we gain a broader and more nuanced view of the world. This is crucial to further breaking down s ..read more

As the World marks the International Day of Education today, we at Geneva Global are prompted to reflect on the profound role education plays in disrupting the cycle of poverty to improve the circumstances and prospects of individuals and communities worldwide. The United Nations paints a stark picture of the current global educational landscape, revealing that approximately 244 million children and adolescents worldwide are out of school while 617 million struggle with a lack of basic literacy and math skills. In sub-Saharan Africa, fewer than 40% of girls complete lower secondary school and ..read more

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On Dec. 12 we launched Global Impact Ventures, a family of mission-driven organizations that serve all of philanthropy for a better world. Scott Jackson, President and CEO, explains what this new branding means for our staff, partners, clients, and the larger philanthropy field. See his insights below: Q: What changes have been made with the inauguration of Global Impact Ventures?  A: Rather than a name change, Global Impact Ventures is an integration of all our organizations – Global Impact, Geneva Global, Capital for Good, and GI Social Welfare Fund, along ..read more

First published on Global Impact Ventures’ new website. Our journey began nearly seventy years ago, when four nonprofits came together to inspire greater giving to global causes in the federal workplace, becoming Global Impact. Meanwhile, in another part of the world, two international philanthropists established Geneva Global to provide professional philanthropic services. The shared mission of supporting high impact-social change programs through effective philanthropy brought these brands together. Capital for Good and the GI Social Welfare Fund, boutique brands providing niche service ..read more