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US surprises many #sustdev proponents with a $4.6B pledge to The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, which accounts for 33% of The Global Fund's $11.34B total funding

https://www.devex.com/news/global-fund-raised-11-34-billion-with-a-surprising-us-pledge-111310
Global Fund raised $11.34 billion with a surprising US pledge
The U.S. showed unexpected levels of support, pledging $4.6 billion and maintaining its matching pledge ratio.
www.devex.com
November 26, 2025 at 5:50 AM
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Devex reports how both #COP30 & the G20 Summit continue to push forward without US involvement

https://www.devex.com/news/g20-summit-in-south-africa-adopts-declaration-without-the-us-111425
G20 summit in South Africa adopts declaration without the US
Despite U.S. boycotts and geopolitical strain, South Africa secures a hard-won G20 consensus — though many describe the commitments as “holding the line” as opposed to driving real change.
www.devex.com
November 26, 2025 at 1:45 AM
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Just announced: a smart experiment in building trust and relevance btw MrBeast & the Rockefeller Foundation that moves young people from passive spectators to active problem-solvers.

https://ow.ly/CwA750XxEKW
MrBeast and the Rockefeller Foundation are teaming up to spark youth philanthropy
Beast Philanthropy, the charitable organization started by MrBeast founder Jimmy Donaldson, and the Rockefeller Foundation are announcing a strategic partnership.
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November 25, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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For the first time, the European Commission's revised Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) proposals introduced a clear definition and a dedicated product category for impact investing funds.

https://ow.ly/aQgC50XxEh4
Europe's impact sector welcomes SFDR overhaul but warn of loopholes | Impact Investor
Members of the impact investor community spoke to Impact Investor on whether the revised SFDR categories have brought structure to the sector and shared what still concerns them.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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McKinsey report finds most organizations are still experimenting/ piloting #AI vs scaling the enterprise. Read the full state of AI report for more insights.

https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/quantumblack/our-insights/the-state-of-ai
November 25, 2025 at 6:15 AM
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New Vanguard Charitable survey shows
- Donations to disaster relief and food programs increased significantly
- 75% of Americans donated to charity in the past 12 months
- 30% of donors report increased giving
- DAF donors give 3.5 times more than donors without a DAF

https://ow.ly/OrcI50Xx9Bs
November 24, 2025 at 10:05 PM
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#Startup trends for 2026 incl 1) local supply chains with smaller environmental footprints 2) #sustainability is a performance metric 3) younger consumers choose brands that share their values

https://ow.ly/VtzI50Xx8ZX
What Surprising Business Shifts Will You Notice in 2026?
AI, alternative funding, solopreneurs and sustainability are redefining entrepreneurship. Here are seven trends every founder needs to watch in 2026.
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November 24, 2025 at 8:32 PM
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👇Don't miss @socapglobal.bsky.social November newsletter with #SOCAP25 highlights.
socapglobal.bsky.social SOCAP Global @socapglobal.bsky.social · 1d
We are reinvigorated by the insights and perspectives shared by changemakers who joined us at #SOCAP25 in San Francisco. 💡 In our November newsletter, take a look at our compilation of standout moments and impactful lessons from this year's event: socapglobal-8947524.hs-sites-na2.com/standout-mom...
November 24, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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#COP30 concluded with the mutirão decision but no clear commitment to move away from fossil fuels. Read Devex final wrap up:

https://ow.ly/5MZp50Xx5bn
November 24, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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Already out! 2026 #Philanthropy predictions from The Chronicle of Philanthropy.

https://www.philanthropy.com/predictions/
Predictions for Philanthropy in 2026
Amid the upheaval of 2025, how can the sector prepare for 2026?
www.philanthropy.com
November 23, 2025 at 4:50 PM
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Faith-based investing: don’t forget the Sisters! A breakout session at Impact Week Europe 2025 highlighted that nuns have committed increasing amounts of funds to #impinv recently.

https://ow.ly/1fXi50XvPbr
November 23, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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New Morgan Stanley survey shows accelerating demand for sustainability-focused funds over next 2 years

https://ow.ly/jgTR50XvSWy
Sustainable investing isn't dead: New survey shows demand accelerating
A global poll finds most asset owners, managers foresee rises in sustainable asset allocations.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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New GIIN report shows more institutional asset owners (IAOs) are looking to scale their #impinv activities credibly & consistently.

https://ow.ly/jjTv50XvRIm
Navigating Uncertainty, Seizing Opportunity: Institutional Asset Owners and Impact Investing 2025
Impact investing among institutional asset owners (IAOs) is entering a new phase. Once limited to scattered efforts, impact investing is now becoming a meaningful part of institutional portfolios; it is both more systematic and mo
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November 22, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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Follow the Pioneers Post guide to this week's most interesting global #SocialImpact news: #COP30 headlines; Australia #inpinv & Africa #socent.

https://ow.ly/6c1b50XvStM
The Impact World this Week: 21 November 2025
This week: the big news from COP30; growth in Australia’s impact investing market; and the total number of social enterprises across Africa is revealed.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:25 AM
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No spin here. Patagonia produced its first impact progress report that honestly highlights "where we're making progress, where we're not pleased with the progress that we're making, and where we feel pretty good." #sustainability

https://ow.ly/OowE50XvQP4
Patagonia 2025 Impact Report
Reporting to our new boss, Earth, isn't easy. Our first Work in Progress Report shares the truth about how we’re messing up and where we’re making progress.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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“Yes, the headwinds are real, but opportunity is emerging in powerful ways." European #ImpInv address the multiple crises facing the world at Impact Week 2025. Read this comprehensive special report from Pioneers Post to learn more.

https://ow.ly/6kfj50XvOZA
November 21, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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ITU World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025 #WTDC-25 runs from 17-28 Nov. Learn more about this hybrid event themed “Universal, meaningful, and affordable connectivity for an inclusive and sustainable digital future”. Doreen Bogdan-Martin

https://www.itu.int/itu-d/meetings/wtdc25/
WTDC 2025
Where and When The World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025 (WTDC-25) will be hosted by the Government of Azerbaijan in Baku from 17 to 28 November 2025.
www.itu.int
November 21, 2025 at 3:45 AM
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Check out The Guardian's live updates from #COP30

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/live/2025/nov/19/cop30-live-brazilian-president-lula-climate-summit-belem-latest-news-updates
November 20, 2025 at 9:14 PM
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"ESG, at its core, is a risk framework... Every company relies on people and natural resources as inputs. If those inputs erode, the company is at risk. Ignoring these factors is not prudence. It is negligence." Rehana Nathoo, Spectrum Impact

https://ow.ly/riTR50XuUtT
Rehana Nathoo on the Future of Impact Investing, Catalytic Capital, and ESG
In Episode 92, Rehana Nathoo joins the show to discuss her path from development finance in East Africa to leading impact and ESG strategy at Spectrum Impact.
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November 20, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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Who funded the largest US INGOs in 2025 and how government funding cuts are reshaping the nonprofit sector?

https://www.devex.com/downloadables/the-50-largest-us-ingos-in-2025-and-where-they-get-their-money-53
The 50 largest US INGOs in 2025 — and where they get their money
Discover which U.S. INGOs are thriving, which are at risk, and how funding cuts are reshaping the sector.
www.devex.com
November 20, 2025 at 4:15 AM
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Fast take from #SOCAP25: climate + inclusion + real deal flow. See SOCAP’s highlights👇

https://ow.ly/RhFL50XupKL
Standout Moments and Impactful Lessons From SOCAP25 - SOCAP Global
We've captured key takeaways from SOCAP25, highlighting some of the standout moments and impactful lessons that we hope to carry forward.
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November 20, 2025 at 12:10 AM
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What is a PHIG? Learn more about #impinv done through Philanthropic Investment Grants.

https://realizeimpact.org/phigs/
Philanthropic Investment Grants - PHIG's
Recommend an investment, tell us the impact you think it'll have, and donate the investment capital - we'll do the rest. If the investment is successful, we'll donate 99% of any returns to your recommended donor-advised fund, foundation, or 501(c)(3), or use them to make a new impact investment.
realizeimpact.org
November 19, 2025 at 9:44 PM
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Impact investing, collective giving, and a better approach to foreign aid - just a few of the predictions from #philanthropy leaders for 2026

https://www.philanthropy.com/opinion/foundation-giving-in-2026/
Up or Down? Forecasts for Foundation Giving in 2026
Predictions for the Year Ahead
www.philanthropy.com
November 19, 2025 at 2:10 AM
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OpenAI is now offering current and former employees with eligible shares the opportunity to donate equity to charity

https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/822496/openai-employee-equity-donation-charity-rounds-share-valuation
OpenAI is finally letting employees donate their equity to charity
And the company’s price per share has gone up significantly.
www.theverge.com
November 18, 2025 at 10:42 PM
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Private sector could finance 15% - 20% of total climate adaptation needed worldwide, but that figure currently sits at ~3%. Learn more Devex #COP30: https://www.devex.com/news/can-climate-adaptation-attract-private-capital-cop30-delegates-think-so-111362
November 18, 2025 at 9:17 PM