Case Foundation https://casefoundation.org/ Fri, 02 Oct 2020 16:25:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.0.1 Uplifting Fearless Hispanic and Latin American Changemakers https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/lifting-up-fearless-hispanic-and-latin-american-changemakers/ Thu, 01 Oct 2020 16:28:44 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=10096 In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we’ve been reflecting on the great achievements and contributions of fearless Hispanic and Latinx changemakers that have transformed our communities and the world. These contributions span the fields of medicine, law, civil rights, arts and culture, science and technology and more. And in looking back, we’ve found that the […]

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]]> We All Have a Role to Play https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/we-all-have-a-role-to-play/ Fri, 05 Jun 2020 18:12:01 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=10071 As another week comes to a close since the tragic killing of George Floyd, our communities and our nation are still in a world of hurt, anger and maddening frustration over the scourge of hate and systemic racism that continues to threaten the safety, well-being and rights of African-Americans and people of color in our […]

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]]> Remembering Carol Case https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/remembering-carol-case/ Tue, 07 Jan 2020 03:00:46 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=10022 Our hearts are with the Case family as they mourn the passing of Steve Case’s fearless mom, Carol Case. Please join us in sending love and condolences to the Cases as they celebrate and remember her long and full life. CAROL CASE (August 26, 1931 – January 3, 2020) Carol Mary Holmes Case passed away […]

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]]> Seven Podcasts for Entrepreneurs to Explore https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/seven-podcasts-for-entrepreneurs-to-explore/ Mon, 25 Nov 2019 16:22:39 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=9965 Sometimes hearing—not just reading—stories can be uniquely powerful. Here are some of the Case Foundation team's favorite stories of entrepreneurship, as told by podcasts.

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]]> National Literacy Month: A few books to inspire us all to read more https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/national-literacy-month-a-few-books-to-inspire-us-all-to-read-more/ Fri, 13 Sep 2019 20:05:05 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=9859 Reading plays a special part in my life. So, in celebration of National Literacy Month, I wanted to share some of the books that the team at the Case Foundation and I have had the opportunity to read recently. As you might imagine, I am drawn to stories of #BeFearless leaders and insights that help […]

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]]> 4 Free Open Source Projects to Help You Run Your Nonprofit https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/4-free-open-source-projects-to-help-you-run-your-nonprofit/ Tue, 20 Aug 2019 14:56:42 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=9766 Finding the right software for a nonprofit organization can take up valuable time and resources, but open source can often provide cost-effective solutions. We are thrilled to see the number of open source options for nonprofits expanding. These projects—created in and out of the social sector—are examples of the fantastic potential open source has to […]

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]]> SXSW 2020 PanelPicker – Cast Your Vote by August 23! https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/sxsw-2020-panelpicker-cast-your-vote-by-august-23/ Fri, 09 Aug 2019 01:23:34 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=9727 Each year, the Case Foundation looks forward to discussing exciting ideas from changemakers across the country at the South by Southwest (SXSW) Interactive stage. This past March, we joined in the conversation at SXSW with a packed room for an author talk from our CEO Jean Case on her new book Be Fearless: 5 Principles […]

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]]> Key Takeaways from a Decade of Millennial Research https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/key-takeaways-from-a-decade-of-millennial-research/ Fri, 26 Jul 2019 12:05:07 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=9666 The release of the Millennial Impact Report: 10 Years Looking Back celebrates over a decade of research the Case Foundation led focused on increasing our understanding of how millennials connect, give and involve themselves with social and political causes. More than ten years ago, millennials were branded as “Generation Q”–a quiet, inactive, insular group that did […]

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]]> Celebrating Because of Her Story: Smithsonian’s Groundbreaking American Women’s History Initiative https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/celebrating-because-of-her-story-smithsonians-groundbreaking-american-womens-history-initiative/ Thu, 23 May 2019 13:50:26 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=9589 I remember the day my daughters discovered I had a profile on Wikipedia. It was as though I had somehow risen to a whole new level of relevance in their eyes. Even at their young age then, they had been true champions of my work and, as their mom, I knew they were proud of […]

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]]> See the #FacesofFounders Open Source Platform In Action https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/see-the-facesoffounders-open-source-platform-in-action/ Wed, 01 May 2019 18:17:05 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=9554 As part of the Case Foundation’s commitment to Open Source, we continue to share the code that powers the technology side of our efforts. Last year, we shared the code for our #FacesofFounders website so that others would benefit from the investment we had made into cutting edge technology. Today, we’re excited to share a […]

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]]> 41 Reporters Covering Women in Entrepreneurship You Should Follow on Twitter https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/41-reporters-covering-women-in-entrepreneurship-you-should-follow-on-twitter/ Fri, 29 Mar 2019 18:42:15 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=9519 At the Case Foundation, we work hard to level the playing field for all entrepreneurs—particularly women and people of color. While the gaps in funding are stark and the movement has a long way to go, we have seen some positive signs. For example, 2018 featured gains in venture capital funding for women-led startups and […]

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]]> SXSW 2019: The Must Attend Sessions and Events https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/sxsw-2019-the-must-attend-sessions-and-events/ Tue, 26 Feb 2019 21:33:57 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=9488 It’s the most wonderful time of the year! That’s right, it’s SXSW season. The annual pilgrimage to Austin starts soon with more than 430,000 people from across the globe coming for content, concerts, community and good food. This year, SXSW Conference programming is organized into 25 tracks divided among Interactive, Film, Music and Convergence, presented […]

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]]> Madam CJ Walker, Inspiring All to Be Fearless https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/madam-cj-walker-inspiring-all-to-be-fearless/ Mon, 11 Feb 2019 19:37:17 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=9466 In America, we often think of an innovator as that lone genius tinkering in a garage who has an “Aha!” moment. And while that might make for good storytelling, the truth is that it’s very seldom how breakthroughs come to be. Time and time again, they come from people and organizations living with real frustrations, […]

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]]> A Fearless Beginning https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/a-fearless-beginning/ Fri, 08 Feb 2019 15:40:20 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=9451 Exactly one month ago, my first book, Be Fearless: 5 Principles for a Life of Breakthroughs and Purpose, was published, and what a month it’s been. Thanks to ALL of the support the book has received, Be Fearless was named a national bestseller! The book picks up on research we undertook at the Case Foundation to […]

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]]> 2019 Inclusive Entrepreneurship Conferences on Our Radar https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/2019-inclusive-entrepreneurship-conferences-on-our-radar/ Tue, 22 Jan 2019 19:05:34 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=9432 Jet across any part of the country and you’ll come across a host of conferences designed to ignite the inclusive entrepreneurship movement. At the Case Foundation, we’ve crisscrossed the nation to attend and speak at a number of these events—from SXSW to Urban Tech Connect and Fortune Most Powerful Women—to learn new ways to build […]

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]]> Five Be Fearless Principles for Entrepreneurs https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/five-be-fearless-principles-for-entrepreneurs/ Tue, 11 Dec 2018 16:03:41 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=9405 Six years ago, when we started studying the “secret sauce” of those who have created transformational, breakthrough advances in society, we found five surprising common traits. They weren’t wealth, privilege or even genius. It was that they–no matter their time in history, their gender or where they were born–chose to make a “big bet,” take […]

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]]> 19 Fearless Books to Give the Gift of Inspiration https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/19-fearless-books-to-give-the-gift-of-inspiration/ Mon, 19 Nov 2018 14:00:31 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=9374 Perhaps like many of you, books have always played a powerful role in my life. Some books comfort, others inspire and others can at times feel like they are speaking directly to me. Great books can sometimes take on the virtual role of mentor, teacher and friend. I’m always so grateful for the gift of […]

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]]> #FacesofFounders is Changing the Face of Entrepreneurship One Story at a Time https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/facesoffounders-is-changing-the-face-of-entrepreneurship-one-story-at-a-time/ Tue, 13 Nov 2018 09:59:27 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=9364 At the Case Foundation, we’ve set out on a mission to create an inclusive entrepreneurial space in which any entrepreneur, regardless of their gender, race or geographic location, has the opportunity to succeed and thrive. Too often we hear the same outdated myths and stereotypes of who can be an entrepreneur. Over time, these narratives […]

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]]> David Litt of Funny or Die Shares How He Uses Humor to Encourage Civic Participation https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/david-litt-of-funny-or-die-shares-how-he-uses-humor-to-encourage-civic-participation/ Tue, 06 Nov 2018 14:04:55 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8851 This interview is the ninth of nine in a series of Q and A’s with leading changemakers, representing the Millennial generation who are working across sectors to be the force for change on the issues they care about most. Tell us a little bit about yourself and your work  I used to write speeches and […]

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]]> National Authors Day: Inspirational Authors To Follow On Twitter https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/national-authors-day-inspirational-authors-to-follow-on-twitter/ Thu, 01 Nov 2018 18:12:35 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=9338 As I complete the final draft of Be Fearless in advance of its early January launch, I am getting more and more excited about being able to share the book and its stories of fearless innovators and everyday people around the world. At the same time, I continue to be inspired by many authors who […]

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]]> Michael Smith of My Brother’s Keeper Shares How He’s Helping Build a National Movement https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/michael-smith-of-my-brothers-keeper-shares-how-hes-helping-build-a-national-movement/ Tue, 30 Oct 2018 12:19:17 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8845 This interview is the eighth of nine in a series of Q and A’s with leading changemakers, representing the Millennial generation who are working across sectors to be the force for change on the issues they care about most.  Tell us a little bit about yourself and your work.  My name is Michael Smith. I’m […]

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]]> Genevieve Ryan Shares How She’s Helping Young Adults Get Real World Ready https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/genevieve-ryan-shares-how-shes-helping-young-adults-get-real-world-ready/ Tue, 23 Oct 2018 13:00:50 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8835 This interview is the seventh of nine in a series of Q and A’s with leading changemakers, representing the Millennial generation who are working across sectors to be the force for change on the issues they care about most. Tell us a little bit about yourself and your work I’m the founder and CEO of Real […]

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]]> Daniela Fernandez Shares How She’s Helping Accelerate Solutions to Protect the Oceans https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/daniela-fernandez-shares-how-shes-helping-accelerate-solutions-to-protect-the-oceans/ Tue, 16 Oct 2018 13:00:13 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8827 This interview is the sixth of nine in a series of Q and A’s with leading changemakers, representing the Millennial generation who are working across sectors to be the force for change on the issues they care about most.    Tell as a little bit about yourself and your work  I founded Sustainable Ocean Alliance (SOA) […]

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]]> Stephanie Cordes of the Cordes Foundation Shares How She’s Making Fashion More Ethical and Sustainable https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/stephanie-cordes-of-the-cordes-foundation-shares-how-shes-making-fashion-more-ethical-and-sustainable/ Tue, 09 Oct 2018 13:00:55 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8821 This interview is the fifth of nine in a series of Q and A’s with leading changemakers, representing the Millennial generation who are working across sectors to be the force for change on the issues they care about most.    Tell as a little bit about yourself and your work   From a young age I was […]

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]]> Justin Cunningham of SocialWorks Shares How He’s Empowering Youth in Chicago https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/justin-cunningham-of-socialworks-shares-how-hes-empowering-youth-in-chicago/ Tue, 02 Oct 2018 13:07:46 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8806 This interview is the fourth of nine in a series of Q and As with leading changemakers, representing the Millennial generation who are working across sectors to be the force for change on the issues they care about most.  Tell as a little bit about yourself and your work  I’m a mid-twenty-year-old raised on the Southside of Chicago […]

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]]> Fagan Harris of Baltimore Corps Shares how He and the Organization are Investing in Baltimore’s Innovators https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/fagan-harris-of-baltimore-corps-shares-how-hes-investing-in-baltimores-innovators/ Tue, 25 Sep 2018 14:22:39 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8795 This interview is the third of nine in a series of Q and As with leading changemakers, representing the Millennial generation who are working across sectors to be the force for change on the issues they care about most.   Tell as a little bit about yourself and your work.  I grew up in the Baltimore area and attended […]

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]]> The Next Phase of Be Fearless: The Book https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/the-next-phase-of-be-fearless-the-book/ Thu, 20 Sep 2018 14:39:18 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8749 It’s an exciting day at the Case Foundation! Today Simon & Schuster announced the upcoming publication of Be Fearless: Five Principles for a Life of Breakthroughs and Purpose, a book I’ve written to inform and inspire everyone who wants to a make a difference in their work, their community and in their lives. The book will […]

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]]> Shane Feldman of Count Me In Shares How He Inspires Youth to Unlock Their Potential https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/shane-feldman-of-count-me-in-shares-how-he-inspires-youth-to-unlock-their-potential/ Tue, 18 Sep 2018 14:21:15 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8730 This interview is the first of nine in a series of Q and As with leading changemakers, representing the Millennial generation who are working across sectors to be the force for change on the issues they care about most. Tell us a little bit about yourself and your work   My driving purpose is helping others […]

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]]> Highlights from Latest Research on Young Americans and the Inaugural Influence Nation Summit https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/highlights-from-latest-research-on-young-americans-and-the-inaugural-influence-nation-summit/ Mon, 17 Sep 2018 15:56:23 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8709 For the past ten years, a key pillar of our work at the Case Foundation has been focused on understanding and empowering Millennials to act on causes that matter to them. Since 2009, through the Millennial Impact Project, the Case Foundation has worked with researchers to engage more than 100,000 young people to better understand the dynamic between […]

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]]> Maya Enista Smith of Born This Way Foundation Shares How She’s Helping Spread Kindness https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/maya-enista-smith-of-born-this-way-foundation-shares-how-shes-helping-spread-kindness/ Tue, 11 Sep 2018 19:36:42 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8635 This interview is the first of nine in a series of Q and As with leading changemakers, representing the Millennial generation who are working across sectors to be the force for change on the issues they care about most. Tell us a little bit about yourself and your work  My name is Maya. I’m almost 35. […]

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]]> The Next Step in Examining What Influences Young Americans to Engage in Social Causes https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/the-next-step-in-examining-what-influences-young-americans-to-engage-in-social-causes/ Wed, 29 Aug 2018 19:16:58 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8513 Influence Nation Summit is on September 6th in Washington, DC  Where to eat, what movie to see or which insurance plan to select—these are just a fraction of the personal decisions we make every day based on influences we may or may not be aware of. As consumers, community members, employees and in all of the everyday roles we assume, the decisions we make are often influenced […]

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]]> Five Open Source Projects We Love https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/five-open-source-projects-we-love/ Thu, 23 Aug 2018 14:05:07 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8449 The open source community has no shortage of projects devoted to social change and improving lives. Pick a need, and there is likely an open source solution for it, but it is often difficult for projects that have a social good application to get the notice they deserve. This is a shame as the collaborative and transparent nature of open source is […]

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]]> SXSW 2019 PanelPicker—Cast Your Vote by August 30! https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/sxsw-2019-panelpicker-cast-your-vote-by-august-30/ Mon, 13 Aug 2018 22:02:24 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8419 Each year, we enjoy getting together with innovators and changemakers at South by Southwest (SXSW) to discuss important and compelling work and share some of our learnings on the SXSW Interactive stage. Last March, members of the Case Foundation team lead four panel discussions with incredible experts about developments in areas such as diversity in […]

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]]> 15 Impact Investing Podcasts To Explore https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/15-impact-investing-podcasts-to-explore/ Mon, 06 Aug 2018 14:11:35 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8406 The past decade of growth in the Impact Investing movement has been impressive. More investors, entrepreneurs, corporations, foundations and nonprofits are investing with the intention of generating both financial and social return than ever before. As the field has expanded, we’ve built a series of tools like the Short Guide to Impact Investing and the […]

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]]> A Clarion Call to #BeFearless https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/a-clarion-call-to-befearless/ Mon, 23 Jul 2018 15:05:25 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8389 As summer is in full swing, it’s easy to put graduation season behind us.  But as students across the nation now prepare for the next step in their life journeys—many of them with a passion to turn their idealism into action to create a better world—they have a timeless treasure trove of advice heard across […]

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]]> Empowering Female Founders and Entrepreneurs of Color in Los Angeles and Beyond https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/empowering-female-founders-and-entrepreneurs-of-color-in-los-angeles-and-beyond/ Thu, 19 Jul 2018 14:47:03 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8376 This Spring, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti sat down with our Case Foundation VP for Social Innovation, Sarah Koch, at Urban Tech Connect, a conference designed to support and provide networks for startup founders of color.  Together they explored how the Los Angeles tech ecosystem has grown over the past several years—from a record numbers […]

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]]> 35 Impact Investing Conferences to Explore https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/35-impact-investing-conferences-to-keep-an-eye-on/ Thu, 21 Jun 2018 14:43:00 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8345 At the Case Foundation, we hit the road each year to spread the word about Impact Investing movement. We also look to learn about the latest thinking in Impact Investing and work alongside all those who are expanding the world of investors looking for both a financial and social return. Along the way, we are […]

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]]> It’s Time for Philanthropy to Open the Door to Open Source https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/its-time-for-philanthropy-to-open-the-door-to-open-source/ Wed, 30 May 2018 13:56:14 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8239 Innovation is driving technology and change faster than ever before. Yet, when I am asked about technological innovations that have the best chance to make an impact in the future of philanthropy, I often cite a collaborative approach that is closely aligned with the technology world, but can no longer be considered cutting edge: open […]

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]]> Stories from Finding Fearless: Conchy Bretos https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/stories-from-finding-fearless-conchy-bretos/ Tue, 22 May 2018 14:49:19 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8223 Last year, I announced that I was writing a book about the Be Fearless principles featuring remarkable stories of people and organizations that embodied the principles. Simultaneously, we launched Finding Fearless, putting out a call for stories of people who could be featured in the book or in our general Be Fearless work. We had been featuring […]

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]]> The Future of Business Will Be More Female https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/the-future-of-business-will-be-more-female/ Mon, 21 May 2018 19:45:17 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8213 This Spring, the Case Foundation brought together a dynamic slate of female founders at SXSW for a conversation on why we believe the future of business is female. Case Foundation Board Member, Sonal Shah, who heads Georgetown University’s Beeck Center on Social Impact & Innovation led a discussion with Stephanie Lampkin from Blendoor, Jennifer Stybel […]

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]]> Social Good in April: Stories You Don’t Want to Miss https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/social-good-in-april-stories-you-dont-want-to-miss/ Mon, 30 Apr 2018 17:11:48 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8183 April was full of breaking news in social good, so we’re bringing you another edition of “This Month In Social Good,” rounding up our favorite stories from our Breaking Good newsletter so you don’t miss anything.  Of particular note this month, we saw a lot of great stories across the podcast circuit. Case Foundation CEO Jean Case talked to Wall Street Journal Podcasts about the importance of fearlessness in her journey to spark innovation in the […]

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]]> Don’t Put Millennials in a Box https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/dont-put-millennials-in-a-box/ Fri, 16 Mar 2018 14:57:23 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8115 For the last 10 years, the Case Foundation has studied, supported and celebrated how the Millennial generation engages with social issues and causes. Much has changed over a decade and we’ve learned a lot. When the foundation started this work, we spent a lot of time explaining the relevance of studying the new approaches Millennials […]

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]]> 7 Fearless Founder Podcasts to Listen To https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/podcasts-of-entrepreneurship-we-love-to-listen-to/ Tue, 06 Mar 2018 20:04:36 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8096 Everyone loves a good success story, and entrepreneurs tend to have especially fascinating ones. The road to success rarely goes in a straight line; rather, most successful people have encountered quite a few failures and obstacles along the way.   Learning from these challenges and failing forward is what often leads to breakthroughs. As our […]

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]]> This Month in Social Good https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/month-social-good-february-edition/ Wed, 28 Feb 2018 21:34:59 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8085 February may be the shortest month of the year, but this February was packed with news in the world of social innovation. In particular, we saw new data, stories and perspectives brought forward in the world of Inclusive Entrepreneurship that we’d like to reflect on and use to power the movement. I spent some time rereading our weekly Case Foundation Breaking Good newsletter to […]

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]]> 33 SXSW Sessions You Shouldn’t Miss in 2018 https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/32-sxsw-sessions-you-shouldnt-miss-in-2018/ Fri, 23 Feb 2018 13:00:11 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8064 This year marks the 25th Anniversary of SXSW, the world renowned gathering that unites more than 420,000 people from across the globe. Each year SXSW dedicates itself to helping creative people expand their knowledge and have the opportunity to meet fellow innovators on a mission to change the world.  Featured speakers at this year’s gathering […]

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]]> What to Look for During the Olympics https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/what-to-look-for-during-the-olympics/ Mon, 05 Feb 2018 15:04:06 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8030 Soon, the XXIII Olympic Winter Games will begin in PyeongChang, South Korea. From February 8th through the 25th, we’ll witness athletes come from across the globe to show their skills in 15 different sports. Full of competition and camaraderie, every two years, the Olympics become the culmination of hard work and sport, with eyes from all […]

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]]> 23 Conferences on Our Radar in 2018 https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/23-conferences-radar-2018-2/ Wed, 17 Jan 2018 20:39:09 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=8013 It’s that time of year! The beginning of a new rotation around the sun when we all start to prioritize our goals for the next 365 days. One of my resolutions this year is to make meaningful connections and expand my knowledge of subjects both known and unknown. There’s no better way to do so […]

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]]> Finding Light in the Darkness https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/finding-light-darkness/ Wed, 10 Jan 2018 20:39:58 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=7988 Devastating hurricanes that have taken lives and left untold numbers without power, food and water. A catastrophic earthquake in Mexico that left hundreds dead and thousands more homeless. Deadly fires leapfrogging across regions in California that included populated neighborhood streets, destroying everything in its path. These are just some of the stories of human toll […]

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]]> New Year’s Resolution: Invest With An Eye On Impact https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/new-years-resolution-invest-eye-impact-2/ Wed, 27 Dec 2017 16:56:29 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=7897 The past decade of growth in Impact Investing movement has been impressive. More investors, entrepreneurs, corporations, foundations and non-profits are investing with the intention of generating both financial and social returns than ever before, and we have seen interest in the subject soar. Yet it is still early days and impact investing has a long way to […]

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]]> The Best Newsletters for Philanthropy News https://www.casefoundation.org/blog/best-newsletters-philanthropy-news/ Mon, 18 Dec 2017 15:53:44 +0000 https://casefoundation.org/?p=7887 The world of philanthropy is always evolving, and our team is inspired each day by the tremendous giving that is taking place across the globe. From families and entrepreneurs lining up to give a majority of their wealth away through the Giving Pledge, to the boom of online giving platforms being modernized and democratized, to open […]

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