Social Venture Partners

Discover the history and evolution of SVP International! 🌎

Founded on the belief that giving should transcend writing checks, SVPI was born from Paul Brainerd's vision of a new model for philanthropy — leveraging not just money but also skills, expertise and networks for a deeper, more sustainable impact. From its beginnings in Seattle to global expansion, learn how SVPI has evolved to meet the changing needs of its affiliates and empower communities globally. 👥

Explore our journey and hear from philanthropic leaders who have been vital to SVPI's continued growth, including SVPI Founding President Paul Shoemaker, The Lodestar Foundation President Lois Savage, Former SVPI Board Member Sofia Michelakis, and SVPI's CEO Ciara Garcia. ✨ https://lnkd.in/eadrprK7

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✨ In its 25 years, Social Venture Partners Arizona (SVPAZ) has made remarkable strides focusing on nonprofits that support children's education, safety, and wellness.

With a recent grant from the Fidelity Charitable® Catalyst Fund, SVP Arizona is excited to launch the Brain Trust program, an initiative that will engage partners to assist nonprofits with short-term projects in technology implementation, strategic planning, and team building.

We spoke with Amy Armstrong, CEO of SVP Arizona, to discuss its remarkable growth and future plans.

https://www.socialventurepartners.org/pioneering-philanthropy-in-arizona-with-amy-armstrong/