The Social Impact Firm helps organizations do the work their missions demand. For founder Bree Jensen, that work became personal when the Eaton Fire destroyed her family home.
The Phoenix nonprofit does not take equity. It teaches founders the unglamorous work - budgets, buyer math, customer interviews and the three-minute pitch - then uses philanthropy to put better networks within reach.
In a Duisburg villa, Anthropia helps social and green startups turn good intentions into businesses. Its Impact Factory charges no fees and takes no equity, but founders still have work to do.
Its alumni have raised more than $103 million, according to BonBillo. Inside the impact accelerator turning big missions into customer interviews, product tests and fundraising plans - with an expanding AI toolbox.
The Berlin-based organisation turns philanthropy into patient business loans and helps corporations buy from social enterprises. Its toughest lessons begin when the money stops moving.
At Santa Clara University, Miller Center pairs social entrepreneurs with executive mentors, then helps bridge the gap between a workable business and money to grow. Its next test is making that support last beyond graduation.