Collective Action for Just Finance

The deadline for applying or nominating funds for T25 is TODAY! Why should funds apply for Transformative25 (T25)? Here’s what past funds have said: ?? Visibility: Featured in the highly regarded T25 Report & List ?? Community: Connect with like-minded funds, allies, and investors ?? Marketing & Exposure: Opportunities to share your work with broader audiences By joining T25, funds become part of a trusted movement for systemic change in finance. ?? Deadline: TODAY, March 28 – Apply or nominate today! ?? Bit.ly/T25APP2025 ?? Learn more: Transformative25.org Know a fund that deserves recognition? Tag them #T25 #InvestInJustice #SocialImpact #FinanceRevolution #CreativeCapital #JustFinance #T25 #ImpactInvesting The Global Fund for a New Economy New Economy Coalition Justice Funders Transform Finance Transformational Investing in Food Systems Just Economy Institute Dana Lanza Common Future Deborah Frieze Deb Nelson Raven Indigenous Capital Partners Oweesta Corporation Zac Chapman Kelley Buhles @Trimtab Impact

The Power of Creative Finance: Who We’re Looking For ?? Finance can be a tool for justice—if we use it differently. The Transformative25 (T25) Collective seeks funds that: ? Center communities in decision-making ? Prioritize impact over extractive returns ? Use finance creatively—from revenue-based investing to participatory decision-making ? Advance economic and ecological regeneration If this sounds like your fund—or one you admire—apply or nominate by TOMORROW, March 28! ??Bit.ly/T25APP2025 ?? Learn more: Transformative25.org Let’s uplift finance that serves people and the planet. ???#T25 #InvestInJustice #SocialImpact #FinanceRevolution #CreativeCapital #JustFinance #T25 #ImpactInvesting The Global Fund for a New Economy New Economy Coalition Justice Funders Transform Finance Transformational Investing in Food Systems Just Economy Institute Dana Lanza Common Future Deborah Frieze Deb Nelson Raven Indigenous Capital Partners Oweesta Corporation Zac Chapman Kelley Buhles Trimtab Impact

What does it truly mean to democratize finance? It’s about shifting power, expanding access, and ensuring that capital flows to those creating real impact. On April 16, we’ll take a deep dive into: ? How impact-first investing fuels diverse leadership ? Ways funds attract mission-aligned capital ? Innovative strategies to tackle wealth inequality ? The role of networks in advancing Just Finance ?? Finance shouldn’t be exclusive—it should be a tool for change, equity, and opportunity. Join us as we explore actionable ways to redefine access to capital and build a more inclusive financial system. ?? April 16 @ 8AM PT / 11AM ET ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/gkZ77pJw #TransformEmpowerUnite #DemocratizingFinance #RealLeadersRealSolutions #FinanceForChange #InclusiveInvesting #T25Funds #TransformEmpowerUnite #EquityInFinance #SocialImpact #Transformative25 #InclusiveFinance Working Capital for Community Needs (WCCN) Kachuwa Impact Fund REAL People's Fund FINAPOP Kelley Buhles Blake Jones Will Harris

We're excited to announce our 2-part Financial Modeling for Community-Owned Solar workshop series! ?? Part 1: Clean Energy Finance Wednesday, March 26th @ 6:00 PM ET ?? Speaker: Lovinia Reynolds (The Clean Fight) Learn the basics of clean energy finance, project development, and building equitable community benefits. ?? Register here: tiny.cc/CleanEnergyFinance ?? Part 2: Financial Model Case Study Thursday, April 17th @ 2:00 PM ET ?? Speakers: Ali Andrews (Shake Energy Collaborative) & Mmakgantsi Mafojane (PSEF) Explore a real-world case study and build practical financial modeling skills. ?? Register here: tiny.cc/FinanceCaseStudy Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and tools to advance community-owned solar projects! ??? #CommunitySolar #CleanEnergyFinance #SolarWorkshops #RenewableEnergy

“My hope for the future is that I can inspire people in my community, in Montana, to understand that the disenfranchised and people that live on the margins, are deserving of our love, as people and deserving of our support financially. Because without it, it tears at the fabric of our community.” Colin J. McKearnan, Program Director, Missoula Works More on our “In Community” Series: https://bit.ly/47xLRSa

We are thrilled to announce that our recent open call for socially impactful enterprises in Central and Eastern Europe has successfully concluded with close to 60 applications! We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all participating organizations, our valued partners who generously shared and supported the call, and the dedicated #NESsT team who made this possible. The applicants come from diverse sectors, driving social and environmental impact in sustainable agriculture, education, healthcare, work integration, crafts, and creative industries. Many are women-led, emphasizing gender equity and women’s financial inclusion. Our teams are currently reviewing each application and selected enterprises will be contacted by shortly.? - Suntem ?ncanta?i s? anun??m c? recentul Apel de finan?are pentru ?ntreprinderile cu impact social din Europa Central? ?i de Est s-a ?ncheiat cu succes. Este cu adev?rat incredibil c? am recep?ionat? aproape 60 de aplica?ii!?? ?? Le mul?umim tuturor organiza?iilor participante, partenerilor no?tri care au au sus?inut ?i distribuit apelul, dar ?i nemijlocit echipei NESsT din Europa Central? ?i de Est.?? ?? Ne bucur? faptul c? aplican?ii provin din diverse sectoare, generand impact social ?i de mediu ?n agricultura durabil?, educa?ie, asisten?? medical?, integrarea ?n munc?, me?te?uguri ?i industriile creative. ? ? Multe din organiza?iile care au aplicat sunt fondate ?i conduse de femei, fapt ce denot? egalitatea de gen dar ?i incluziunea financiar? a femeilor.?? ?? Echipele noastre locale examineaz? ?n prezent fiecare aplica?ie ca parte a procesului de selec?ie. Toate ?ntreprinderile selectate vor fi contactate prin e-mail sau telefonic ?n curand.?? ?? R?mane?i la curent cu nout??ile ?n timp ce continu?m s? promov?m solu?ii inovatoare ?i de impact pentru schimb?ri pozitive ?i de durat? ?n Europa Central? ?i de Est!? - Z przyjemno?ci? informujemy, ?e nasz ostatni nabór przedsi?biorstw o pozytywnym wp?ywie spo?ecznym w Europie ?rodkowo-Wschodniej zakończy? si? sukcesem. Wp?yn??o blisko 60 zg?oszeń! ? ?? Dzi?kujemy wszystkim organizacjom, które wys?a?y swoje aplikacje, naszym cenionym partnerom, którzy wspierali nabór do Akceleratora, a tak?e oddanemu zespo?owi NESsT, który z zaanga?owaniem przeprowadzi? ca?y proces. ? ?? Kandydaci pochodz? z ró?nych sektorów, wywieraj?c wp?yw spo?eczny i ?rodowiskowy w zrównowa?onym rolnictwie, edukacji, opiece zdrowotnej, integracji zawodowej, rzemio?le i bran?ach kreatywnych. Wiele z nich jest prowadzonych przez kobiety, co k?adzie nacisk na równo?? p?ci i w??czenie finansowe kobiet. ? ?? W ramach procesu selekcji, nasze zespo?y przegl?daj? obecnie ka?d? przes?an? aplikacj?. Wszystkie wybrane przedsi?biorstwa zostan? wkrótce powiadomione e-mailem lub telefonicznie. ? ?? B?d? z nami na bie??co, poniewa? wspieramy innowacyjne rozwi?zania na rzecz trwa?ych pozytywnych zmian w ca?ym regionie Europy ?rodkowo-Wschodniej w ramach ró?nych programów i inicjatyw! #IKEASocialEntrepreneurship

We’re excited to share that our CEO & Managing Partner, Havell Rodrigues, will be speaking at Neighborhood Economics: A Deep Dive into Local Entrepreneurship! He’ll be joining the panel "Saving Main Street through New Ownership," exploring how entrepreneurship through acquisition is creating new opportunities as retiring boomers sell their businesses. With a new wave of entrepreneurs stepping in, communities are seeing revitalization and the growth of intergenerational wealth in places where these opportunities were once rare. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/g-hpkmk4

TAG an investor or entrepreneur who needs to see this! Get $100 off registration during our Summit Flash Sale- happening now through this Thursday 3/27 at 11:59pm That’s right, for only $299, you’ll get 3 days of connecting with like minded entrepreneurs and investors, tactical sessions to build your financial toolbox and some delicious meals! But hurry because we have less than 25 tickets left ????♀? ????Full 3-day experience- $299 with discount ??? 1-day experience- $99 with discount ??? connectupmn.org/2025summit Join us in April to learn from industry experts who know what it takes to build, fund, and grow successful ventures! Get ready for sessions like:? ? Unlock Your Mind to Accelerate Business Growth with Tess Vergara ? Building Your Capital Readiness with Stephanie Rich ? Navigating DEI Backlash in the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem with Ashley Oolman (she/her) ? Growing Your Business Without Losing Your Foundation with Sarah Sengupta, Ph.D. ?? April 10-12, 2025 ?? Wilder Foundation, St. Paul, MN #AIMindset #ConnectUP #AIforBusiness #MNEntrepreneurs #Leadership #Innovation #BusinessGrowth #InclusiveEconomy #SecureYourSpot #FlashSale #LimitedTimeOffer #MidwestFounder #Entrepreneur

?? Calling all Indigenous entrepreneurs and small business owners! Access to capital is crucial at every stage of business, but systemic barriers and banking deserts have made it harder for Indigenous businesses to secure the funding they need. Join the Small Business Majority for an in-person event designed to connect you with the resources, tools, and products to navigate capital access. You'll hear from Change Labs, New Mexico Community Capital, and Nusenda Credit Union, who are working to bridge funding gaps for Indigenous small business owners across New Mexico. Save the date! ?? Friday, April 4, 2025 ? 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM MDT ?? New Mexico Community Capital 301 Gold Avenue Southwest STE 102, Albuquerque, NM 87102 ?? Lunch will be provided! Lunch is provided and seats are limited--register now to secure your spot! ?? https://bit.ly/4bBZIJ8 #ChangeLabs #SmallBiz #IndigenousBusiness #NativeLeaders #NativeOwned #resiliencehub #nmccap

Looking to fund your business growth or to get fresh new insights through market research? Denkyem offers flexible revenue-based funding for entrepreneurs, community, and personalized business support. Join Drop In and CoLab to learn more and get research support from SPL librarians. Thursdays at Beacon Hill Library 12:30-2:30 PM * Virtual on the 3rd Thursday Register at https://buff.ly/3BNL5oN