How four charities are helping communities unlock their full potential
Around the world, communities face a multitude of challenges that prevent them from reaching their full potential. Yet through partnerships between charities and community members, organizations like Action Against Hunger, Church World Service, Oxfam America, and Unitarian Universalist Service Committee (UUSC) work to tackle these issues. By empowering local residents and supporting community-driven initiatives, these […]
How you can help those affected by the Myanmar-Thailand earthquake
On March 28, a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar and Thailand, killing over 3,500 people, injuring over 5,000 more, and destroying critical infrastructure including airports and dams. Unfortunately, the death toll is only expected to rise as the situation is assessed and heavy rains threaten to bring landslides. While we cannot yet count the total […]
Building brighter futures: four charities helping youth thrive
Across the globe, millions of young people face obstacles that hinder their ability to thrive — whether it’s poverty, displacement, or conflict. Yet, youth development programs from organizations like Plan International USA, Save the Children, Anera, and CARE are providing these young individuals with the tools, education, and support they need to transform their lives. […]
Four charities leveraging technology for good
In an era where technology is reshaping every aspect of our lives, our nonprofit partners Hope for Haiti, Operation Smile, Water For People, and World Bicycle Relief are harnessing innovations to amplify their impact and reach those in need more effectively than ever before. Their groundbreaking work not only demonstrates the transformative power of technology […]
End human trafficking: four top charities making a difference
January is recognized as Human Trafficking Prevention Month around the globe. The unfortunate truth is that 50 million men, women, and children today are robbed of their freedom and forced into labor, online sexual exploitation, sex trafficking, and more. We know that global champions like you are moved to action when you hear this statistic […]
How to help California wildfire victims with Global Impact charities
In Los Angeles County, hugely devastating wildfires have burned at least 62 square miles of land, homes, and community buildings. Even as the fires are contained and urgent relief is sent, there is still an extensive recovery process ahead. Many Global Impact Charity Alliance members are on the ground and/or working with local partners to […]
Freedom, equality, and advocacy: 4 international charities achieving human rights & social justice
Around the world, millions of people face injustice, discrimination, and exploitation daily. Yet, in the face of these challenges, organizations are rising to meet the call for equality and dignity. This spotlight celebrates the extraordinary efforts of four organizations that embody the fight for social justice, freedom, and human rights: International Justice Mission (IJM), Human […]
A pathway to education: Bicycle donation to Geneva Global Speed School saves 1200 miles in daily commutes for Ugandan students and community workers
Global Impact Ventures is proud to work with World Bicycle Relief as a Global Impact Charity Alliance member and as part of Geneva Global’s Speed School program. Every day, children in Uganda walk up to 15 kilometers round-trip to attend Geneva Global’s Speed School program, overcoming great distances to receive the education they deserve. Thanks […]
Hope for the holidays: supporting refugees around the world
As we gather with our loved ones this holiday season, millions around the world are experiencing displacement, separated from their homes and their families. According to the UN Refugee Agency, over 114 million people were forcibly displaced by mid-2024 — a stark reminder of the ongoing humanitarian challenges facing our world. But there is cause […]
Half the world needs health care: here’s how you can help
Half of the world’s population lacks access to essential health care — and you have the power to change that. A donation at work toward global health can provide the safe delivery of a newborn baby, the ready-to-use therapeutic food that nourishes a child and brings them back to health, the medical care that saves […]