Impact Investing
CAHEC Releases 2024 ESG Impact Report Detailing Sustainability and Community Investment Progress
CAHEC's 2024 ESG Impact Report demonstrates the organization's commitment to voluntary sustainability frameworks, enhanced investment policies, and employee well-being initiatives, highlighting its position as a leading community investment organization in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
Ownify Home Fund Delivers 16% Returns While Expanding Homeownership Access
Ownify's fractional homeownership platform is demonstrating that social impact real estate investing can generate strong financial returns while helping creditworthy buyers overcome down payment barriers.
Mission Driven Bank Fund Invests in Cincinnati's Only Minority Depository Institution
The Mission Driven Bank Fund's investment in Warsaw Federal Savings & Loan will expand financial services and economic opportunities for underserved communities in Greater Cincinnati.
Affiliated Development Launches $250 Million Fund to Address Florida's Housing Crisis
Affiliated Development has launched a $250 million impact investment fund to finance mixed-income workforce housing projects across Florida, addressing the state's critical housing shortage where over 60% of renters are cost-burdened.
Charity Ace Launches 'The Costa Rica Effect' to Transform Nonprofit Fundraising Through Impact Travel
Charity Ace's new impact travel program combines luxury Costa Rican experiences with meaningful philanthropy, offering nonprofits a powerful fundraising tool that attracts high-value donors through value-aligned experiences.
Manulife IM and TruAmerica Form $1 Billion Affordable Housing Joint Venture to Address National Housing Shortage
Manulife Investment Management and TruAmerica Multifamily have launched a $1 billion joint venture called Anchor Point Residential to preserve and expand affordable housing across major U.S. metro areas, addressing the critical undersupply of income-restricted housing.
Ovanova PET and AJNA BioSciences Win Top Honors at SuperCrowd25 Live Pitch Competition
Two impact-focused startups, Ovanova PET and AJNA BioSciences, achieved rare consensus victories at the NC3 Live Pitch competition, earning recognition from both expert judges and audience voters for their innovative solutions in portable clean energy and botanical-based therapeutics.
Mission Driven Bank Fund Hits $200 Million Milestone to Strengthen Inclusive Banking
The Mission Driven Bank Fund's final close at $200 million marks a significant step towards fostering a more inclusive banking system by supporting minority and community development banks.
T. Rowe Price Foundation and Ignite Capital Launch Moonshot Initiative to Empower Baltimore Entrepreneurs
The Moonshot initiative by T. Rowe Price Foundation and Ignite Capital supports Baltimore-based social entrepreneurs with financial awards and capacity-building sessions to foster economic growth and social impact.
George Gay Honored with 2025 Joan Bavaria Award for Pioneering Sustainable Investing
George Gay's recognition with the 2025 Joan Bavaria Award highlights his decades-long contribution to sustainable investing, underscoring the growing importance of values-aligned investment strategies.
Fortec Modern Real Estate Launches $100 Million Fund to Tackle Childcare Deserts Nationwide
Fortec Modern Real Estate, under the leadership of Chairman Pablo Barreiro, has initiated a $100 million fund aimed at developing early childhood education centers across the U.S., addressing the critical shortage of quality childcare facilities in underserved communities.
Mission Driven Bank Fund Invests in Mississippi Community Bank to Advance Affordable Homeownership
The Mission Driven Bank Fund's investment in GBS Financial Inc. underscores a shared commitment to enhancing financial well-being in underserved communities, with a focus on affordable homeownership and innovative financial solutions.