We have talked a lot about mental health in previous issues of Invested. This is because at Viewpoint Foundation we have a vision of Calgarians in mental health crises having equal access to humane, compassionate, and competent supports, regardless of the nature of their crisis. And we aim to reduce harmful outcomes of mental health…
Author: Jessica Ratushniak
Evolving Trends in Philanthropy: What Modern Philanthropy Looks Like
“The rallying cry for philanthropy to change has been resounding and gaining momentum over the past few years. It comes from non-profit leaders, academics, the general public, and… from those engaged in the philanthropic sector itself.” (Alberg-Seberich & Ganji, 2023)The Viewpoint Foundation has been supporting causes in Calgary and across Canada since 2002. Since then,…
ESG Investing: What Is It, and Does It Work?
Last month in Invested, we got into “impact investing.” This month, we tackle ESG investing. These terms are often used interchangeably, but they have a few notable differences that we will explore, along with the ins and outs of what ESG investing is and why it is experiencing pushback. Understanding ESG Investing ESG investing is a strategy…
Impact Investing: Aligning Capital with Social Change
The last decade has seen the concept of impact investing gain significant recognition among foundations and investors alike. This approach involves deploying capital strategically to generate social impact and financial returns. In theory, investors can support companies with a strong social conscience, and foundations are able to leverage their entire balance sheets, unlocking additional capital…