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February 2022: Don't miss our upcoming webinar 3/1, and join us for more programs this spring
February 2022 Newsletter: in this issue
Don't miss our webinar on catalytic capital investing in Latino communities, learn more about the new Mission Investing Institute, register for an upcoming Open Mic, view field news and resources, and welcome new MIE members.
Webinar, 3/1 at 2PM ET: Catalytic Capital Investing in Latino Communities
Join us on March 1 at 2-3:30PM ET for a webinarshowcasing how catalytic capital can be used to drive resources to Latino borrowers and communities across the United States. In partnership with the National Association for Latino Community Asset Builders (NALCAB), we'll spotlight catalytic capital investments and explore strategies for foundations to leverage catalytic capital to advance their impact.
View Speakers and Sessions for the Mission Investing Institute: Arts and the Creative Economy
In case you missed it, the Mission Investing Institute: Arts and the Creative Economy on April 7-8, 2022 is only a few weeks away! Join us for this two-day virtual impact investing training, designed for senior foundation staff working in arts and creativity, as well as finance or investment professionals at endowed cultural institutions. Through an action-focused set of programming and resources delivered by leaders in the field, the Institute will help activate your impact in the arts and culture space.
Complete this short form today to register, and check out the link below for more information on speakers and sessions!
Open Mics are informal virtual gatherings for MIE members to exchange ideas and learn from each other's work. Join us for the next Open Mic on March 9! We'll explore strategies and challenges related to communicating about your impact investing programs to internal and external audiences.
A conversation led by Paul Bachleitner of Northwest Area Foundation, Krista Jahnke of Kresge Foundation, and Candice Wynter of The Nathan Cummings Foundation
February Field News and Resources
A spotlight on East Bay Community Foundation's strategy for using Donor Advised Funds also looks at how the Foundation has worked to center equity and racial justice in its investment practices and beyond. Fran Seegull of the U.S. Impact Investing Alliance shares bipartisan opportunities for the government administration to continue leveraging private capital for public good. A recent study by Michael Brown and Lauren Kaufman of Wharton Social Impact Initiative reveals some of the issues with measurement in impact investing.
As a reminder, the deadline to renew your MIE membership is March 1, 2022. To renew your membership before the deadline, or explore new membership, contact Rebecca Price. Thank you for being a part of the MIE community — we're excited to continue our work together!
Welcome New Members
American Student Assistance: Helping students make informed decisions to achieve their education and career goals.
Builders Initiative: An impact platform offering versatile philanthropic, investment, and advocacy tools to build a more humane and healthy planet.
Chicago Community Loan Fund: Providing technical assistance for community stabilization and development efforts that benefit Chicago.
The Columbus Foundation: Assisting donors to strengthen and improve Columbus, Ohio for the benefit of all its residents.
Harold K.L. Castle Foundation: Closing the achievement gap in public education so all of Hawaii’s children have access to and benefit from high-quality education that prepares them for a successful future.
New York Foundation: Supporting grassroots initiatives that confront systemic barriers and inspire people to work toward a more just and inclusive New York.
Schlecht Family Foundation: Investing in ideas and organizations that work to empower people and strengthen communities in Dane County, Wisconsin.
Veris Wealth Partners: Helping individuals realize their financial goals and visions to make a positive impact with their wealth.
march 1, 2-3:30pm et
webinar: catalytic capital investing in latino communities
