How Giving Global Supports Local Communities
Today’s world is more interconnected than ever before. The food you eat, the clothes you wear, the products you purchase, and the technology you rely on are all connected to people and communities around the globe. No matter where you live, your daily life is shaped by a world that extends far beyond your local […]
Key Things to Consider When Creating an Employee Assistance Fund
It’s not just you: Natural disasters are increasing around the world. In the U.S. alone, the frequency of billion-dollar disasters has increased dramatically, from three events a year in 1980 to an average of 20 events a year. And globally, over 400 natural disasters occur each year. In an increasingly global workforce, what was once […]
Advancing Solutions Together: Highlights from UNGA Week 2026
Last month, leaders, changemakers, and partners from across sectors convened in New York to share ideas, celebrate progress, and explore opportunities for collaboration. For the team at Global Impact Ventures — including Global Impact and Geneva Global — UNGA Week was a meaningful time to connect with partners and peers and celebrate Global Impact Ventures’ […]
Built for the Moment: How Prepared Companies Support Employees When Disaster Strikes
When disaster strikes, a thousand questions race through someone’s mind. Is everyone safe? Do we need to evacuate? Is my home still standing? Where will we sleep tonight? After the immediate crisis, another wave of questions sets in. How will I be able pay for this? How am I supposed to show up for work […]
Meet 14 Nonprofits Advancing Disaster Preparedness and Response
When disaster strikes, there isn’t time to wait for donations to come in before a response is launched. Nonprofits like our Charity Alliance partners can mobilize within hours of a disaster because they’ve spent months preparing for the unexpected. They often have teams, partners, supplies, and response plans in place long before a hurricane makes landfall, an earthquake hits, or a wildfire spreads. That’s why giving before a […]
How You Can Help After the Colombia Earthquake
On August 11, a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Colombia, the strongest to hit the country in decades. Over 250 people have been killed and thousands more are injured, with numbers expected to rise as search and rescue operations are underway. What We Know About the SituationThe quake hit on Monday morning as families were at home or beginning their day, with tremors felt […]
Trust, Transparency, and the New Rules of Philanthropy: Reflections from AFP Fundraising Day New York
The Association of Fundraising Professional’s Fundraising Day New York brought together fundraisers, nonprofit leaders, and philanthropic partners for important conversations about the future of our sector. As one of the country’s premier fundraising conferences, the event offered an opportunity to exchange ideas, challenge assumptions, and explore how philanthropy continues to evolve. Global Impact Ventures was […]
Closing the Distance: How Companies Can Lead with Purpose This World Refugee Day
On World Refugee Day (June 20), we reflect on how crisis creates distance — from home, from safety, and from rebuilding a life. Too often, crisis pulls us apart. But whether someone lives three doors down or 3,000 miles away, the distance between us isn’t as wide as it seems; we share the same hopes […]
The Ultimate Guide to Purpose-Driven Corporate Retreats in 2026
Planning a corporate retreat or offsite is a huge but rewarding undertaking — we should know, we held our 2026 All Staff Conference in April! In the age of virtual meetings and impersonal emails, these events are a great way to build trust, forge bonds, and connect colleagues. But your retreat will fall flat if […]
Fighting Food Insecurity: Inside IDEA’s Mission to Feed Millions
Every May 28, World Hunger Day raises awareness about the global food crisis and encourages people to learn about the issue and take action. 773 million people around the world face hunger every year even though more than enough food is produced to feed our global population. Thankfully, organizations like IDEA are working towards a […]