Fifth fund by Owl Ventures, US-based investment firm specialising in Education focusing on early and late-stage VC
Purpose: Owl mainly invests in low-GDP countries (e.g. India, Thailand) companies, that in many cases support underserved population segments to qualify for a modern working environment, even if it has still to develop a thorough ESG framework. Vintage: 2021.
Organisation providing flexible funding to non-profits/social enterprises facing unexpected financial obstacles
Purpose: to make the financial system work better for organisations addressing social inequality and climate change around the world by addressing systemic funding gaps in the social sector. This grant is allocated to the Philanthropy Discretionary Bucket, which represents 10% of our annual philanthropy budget and covers topics beyond our main impact strategy.
Italian-Swiss biotech and biopharma group
Philogen innovates to advance the treatment of cancer and other serious diseases, developing a strong pipeline of clinical-stage products.
First Vintage by Praesidium, Italy-based fund of funds focusing on US mid-market funds
Vintage: 2017.
A platform helping organisations to initiate and sustain transformational change
Purpose: to support institutions, private organizations, and cross-sector groups to strengthen their capacities for leading system transformation, and achieving greater impact in their work.
Nonpartisan network of British millionaires dedicated to ending extreme wealth
Purpose: to leverage the voice of wealth to build a more just, stable, and inclusive economy and to accelerate the end of extreme wealth.
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Italian university group focusing on artistic and musical education
Purpose: foster sustainable design studies within Italy's higher education segment.
Italy’s largest developer and distributor of high-quality, healthy, organic, and free-from food products
Purpose: Foster the adoption of healthy food products for everyone.
Social enterprise based in Italy that promotes sustainable fashion
Purpose: to promote ethical manufacturing, circular economy principles, and social inclusion by reusing surplus textiles, with a focus on employing vulnerable individuals, especially women. This grant is allocated to the Philanthropy Discretionary Bucket, which represents 10% of our annual philanthropy budget and covers topics beyond our main impact strategy.
Trusted, science-based, and independent guide for effective climate action across the globe
Purpose: to provide a scientifically sound, accessible, and independent guide to help governments, businesses, communities, and individuals adopt concrete strategies to reduce emissions, enhance climate resilience, and promote social equity. The proposed solutions cover sectors such as energy, agriculture, transportation, waste management, and land use.
Philanthropic fund supporting civic activism in Italy
Purpose: to strengthen civic activism in Italy by offering financial and operational support to activists, movements, and nonviolent organisations dedicated to addressing the root causes of societal challenges. This grant is allocated to the Philanthropy Discretionary Bucket, which represents 10% of our annual philanthropy budget and covers topics beyond our main impact strategy.
US-based Infrastructure Fund focused on solar power generation and distribution facilities
Purpose: the focus of Quinbrook is decarbonization and transition to renewable energy sources production and distribution Vintage: 2022.
Peace Academy for youth from conflict zones
Purpose: to unite young people from conflict areas in a neutral space where they can live, study, and transform enmity into dialogue and lasting peace. This grant is allocated to the Philanthropy Discretionary Bucket, which represents 10% of our annual philanthropy budget and covers topics beyond our main impact strategy.
UK-based education consulting firm
Purpose: Facilitate international students' access to UK higher education system and ensure a critical business line to UK universities.
Italian-based fund focusing on global companies in the Fashion & Lifestyle industry
Vintage: 2017.
Electrical power products and solutions
Schneider Electric SE plays a pivotal role in driving digital transformation across industries with its innovative electrical solutions and technologies.
Foundation supporting organisations advancing gender equality and women's rights in Italy
Purpose: to mobilise resources that strengthen grassroots activism and promote systemic change towards a more just and inclusive society through funding, capacity building, and strategic partnerships. This grant is allocated to the Philanthropy Discretionary Bucket, which represents 10% of our annual philanthropy budget and covers topics beyond our main impact strategy.
