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Empowering Futures... Every successful grant, every well-managed fund, tells a story of lives changed. When we manage resources, whether they come from federal grants or local initiatives, we’re not just handling numbers. We’re creating opportunities, empowering futures, and building the foundations for communities to thrive. In our experience, the most powerful stories of impact come not from the grand gestures but from the small, consistent steps taken every day. A school in need of resources finally gets the funding it deserves. A family on the brink of losing everything receives support that turns their lives around. These are the stories that fuel our work. Our approach to grants management is simple: every dollar has a purpose, and that purpose is to change lives. By managing resources effectively, we help ensure that the future is bright for the communities we serve. What’s the story your business is writing today? How are you using your resources to empower the futures of others? #EmpoweringFutures #GrantsManagement #CommunityImpact #PurposeDriven

Did you know that 70% of our bondholders have purchased a Series A bond? We wanted to ensure that our community bond campaign would be accessible to all types of investors, which is why investments start as low as $500 for our Series A bond. Hear from one of our supporters, Asiya, on why they purchased a Kensington Community Bond: “I was attracted to the Kensington Community Bonds because I wanted to grow my money in a way that aligned with my values in working towards a more sustainable, affordable, and community-driven city. As someone studying human geography at UofT, I loved applying what I learned in the classroom about community land trusts in practice. Investing in a community bond would benefit the investor and the community. It's a win-win situation where everyone benefits from the cause, like a symbiotic relationship. It's a low-risk investment, so that eases my mind as well.” Help us reach our next target of raising $500K! Visit https://lnkd.in/gSWAEZnu to purchase a bond and share this post with your network.

UPDATE: Deadline extended to Friday, October 4! Want to share your insights, reflections, or lessons learned in an upcoming issue of The Foundation Review? We are currently accepting abstracts of up to 250 words for Volume 17, Issue 2, a special themed issue on funder listening for equity. Sponsored by the Fund for Shared Insight, this issue will focus on the role of listening in helping foundations be more responsive and accountable to the people and communities most affected by their decisions. LEARN MORE → https://lnkd.in/ge5GBg2M #funders #CFP #TheFoundationReview

Losing one’s source of income has become a very common event in the recent past. The impact of losing a job or business has not been reduced by its frequency, it still is very devastating maybe even more so than in the past years. It is wise to build a fund for oneself when the going is good. You start by building an emergency fund. That is putting aside money that can cover your living expenses for a period of at least 6 months in case you lost your source of income. Build your emergency fund with us, here at Givva. Calls us via 0720132132 to get started #venturecapitaltal #sustainablecommunities #FundManagement #sustainableinvesting #capitalinvestment

Losing one’s source of income has become a very common event in the recent past. The impact of losing a job or business has not been reduced by its frequency, it still is very devastating maybe even more so than in the past years. It is wise to build a fund for oneself when the going is good. You start by building an emergency fund. That is putting aside money that can cover your living expenses for a period of at least 6 months in case you lost your source of income. Build your emergency fund with us, here at Givva. Calls us via 0720132132 to get started #venturecapitaltal #sustainablecommunities #FundManagement #sustainableinvesting #capitalinvestment

Changing your company roadmap for a grant is a recipe for disaster. You might think I’m wrong: - More activities financed - Shorter time to market - Happy investors But reality hits different: - Less relevant activities financed (lost focus) - Longer time to market (lost time) - Disappointed investors (lost money) Want to go for grants? Make sure you apply for the right ones, at the right time, to fund the right things. As some might say… If the shoe doesn’t fit, that ain’t your shoe!

It’s National #ChildrensDay and what better way to celebrate than to invest in your child’s future? Whether you’re looking to leverage your current home to start a college fund or upgrade to a house with a yard, we can help. Reach out today! #FutureInvestment #UseYourEquity #HomeEquity

Being financially prepared for an emergency can help make life’s surprises easier to overcome. To learn more about creating an emergency fund, click the link in our bio. #HowToStart #FinancialGoals

Raising daughters means planning for their future. This National Daughter’s Day, let’s make sure they have a financial foundation to grow on—whether it's starting a college fund, investing early, or teaching them the value of saving. #NationalDaughtersDay #FinancialPlanning

Unlocking the Power of Community Investment Funds for Growth Discover how NC3 has harnessed the potential of diversified community investment funds, with insights from our expert panelists Sarah and Bill Huston. Learn how this innovative fund, spearheaded by Sarah Kaplan of PathLight Law, can drive local development. Join us as we navigate the intricacies and benefits of community investing. Christopher Miller National Coalition for Community Capital (NC3) Devin Thorpe #CommunityInvestmentFunds #LocalDevelopment #PathlightLaw #NC3 #DiversifiedInvesting #SocialImpact #EconomicGrowth #InvestmentOpportunities #CommunityDevelopment #FinancialEmpowerment