GoodLight Capital

We’re excited to highlight a high-growth, high-impact company tackling one of the greatest challenges of our time. With an amazing team at the helm, samaritan is transforming financial and healthcare access for people experiencing homelessness. ???? About Samaritan: Founded by Jonathan Kumar & Chris Sun, Samaritan uses smart wallet technology and personalized goal-setting to connect high-need individuals with financial and social support. Their model is driving better health outcomes, reducing ER visits, and lowering costs—addressing a $400B systemic challenge with proven results and major healthcare partners. Join Us: ?? Date: March 12th ?? Time: 12 PM ET ?? Register Here: [https://lnkd.in/ecC-9MkR] Don’t miss this chance to engage with a company making real, measurable impact! #GoodLightCapital #CommunityEvaluation #Samaritan #FinancialInclusion #HealthcareInnovation #InvestmentOpportunity #JoinUs

We’re excited to highlight a high-growth, high-impact company tackling one of the greatest challenges of our time. With an amazing team at the helm, samaritan is transforming financial and healthcare access for people experiencing homelessness. ???? About Samaritan: Founded by Jonathan Kumar & Chris Sun, Samaritan uses smart wallet technology and personalized goal-setting to connect high-need individuals with financial and social support. Their model is driving better health outcomes, reducing ER visits, and lowering costs—addressing a $400B systemic challenge with proven results and major healthcare partners. Join Us: ?? Date: March 12th ?? Time: 12 PM ET ?? Register Here: [https://lnkd.in/ecC-9MkR] Don’t miss this chance to engage with a company making real, measurable impact! #GoodLightCapital #CommunityEvaluation #Samaritan #FinancialInclusion #HealthcareInnovation #InvestmentOpportunity #JoinUs

5 Trends Shaping Impact Investment in 2025 The impact investing landscape is in turmoil—and it’s also an opportunity. At GoodLight Capital, we’re not shying away from the tough questions. Here are five trends that are shaking up our industry: 1?? Financial Inclusion vs. Exclusion While many investors tout a commitment to uplifting the working class, current US policies are increasingly leaving underserved communities behind. Despite widespread promises of inclusion, the reality is that many initiatives fail to reach those most in need. This trend challenges us to scrutinize whether our investments are truly bridging the gap or merely reinforcing the status quo. 2?? A Shift from Emerging Markets to Domestic Focus Once, emerging markets were a beacon for impact investors seeking high-growth opportunities. However, a growing number of investors are now turning their attention inward to the USA, particularly in sectors like climate, education, and health. This pivot is driven by a mix of regulatory changes and local innovation—but it also raises the question: Are we missing out on global opportunities by focusing too narrowly on domestic markets? 3?? The AI Revolution in Impact Investing Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we measure and manage impact. AI-driven analytics promise to enhance transparency, streamline decision-making, and even predict social outcomes with unprecedented accuracy. Yet, as we lean into these technologies, we must ask: Can algorithms capture the full complexity of social change, or will they oversimplify what truly matters? 4?? Political Instability and Policy Challenges In today’s climate, political uncertainty can drastically affect investment flows, particularly in sectors like renewable energy, health, and education. Shifts in policy and regulation create a volatile environment that can deter capital, highlighting the urgent need for investors to navigate these complexities with agility and foresight. 5?? Impact Washing: The Mirage of Genuine Change As impact investing gains mainstream popularity, the risk of "impact washing" grows. Companies may overstate their positive impact to attract investment, making it harder for truly transformative projects to stand out. This trend underscores the need for rigorous, transparent metrics and due diligence to ensure our capital drives real, measurable change. At GoodLight Capital, we remain committed to identifying and supporting transformative solutions that align financial growth with meaningful progress. We challenge you to join this conversation: What trends are you observing in impact investing, and how should we respond? ?? Become part of the movement: https://lnkd.in/euK7RGtX #ImpactInvesting #Sustainability #Innovation #GoodLightCapital #RegenerativeEconomy #DisruptiveChange

?? Be Part of the Movement: Back Solutions for a Better Future At GoodLight, we’re committed to supporting visionary founders tackling some of the world’s biggest challenges. These are businesses driving real impact: ?? Rasa is providing affordable legal services to help 100 Million+ Americans clear their criminal and misdemeanor records, enabling better access to jobs and housing. ?? Trehaus is redefining the future of early education by training teachers to leverage cutting-edge technology. ?? Monay is helping people build better financial habits through smart savings tools. ?? Pano AI is using AI-powered cameras to detect wildfires early and prevent disasters. We believe in the power of innovation to create meaningful change. If you're passionate about shaping a better future, explore how you can be part of this journey. ?? Join the movement: https://lnkd.in/euK7RGtX. #ImpactInvesting #VentureCapital #Innovation #Sustainability #GoodLightCapital

How can investors and others in the impact community take aligned action for policies that help shape sustainable markets and encourage innovation? In our latest Forbes.com article, we examine how investors and partners can consider the role of policy and advocacy in their work. ?? Read now: https://lnkd.in/ggWaaJxK –––– Jacques-Philippe Piverger (GoodLight Capital); Jim Sorenson (Sorenson Impact Group); Nancy Pfund (DBL Partners); Karen E. Wilson (GV Partners and London Business School); Chintan Panchal (RPCK Rastegar Panchal); Cliff Prior (GSG Impact). #GlobalImpactLeaders #PublicPolicy #Impact

?????? We are excited to share that GoodLight Capital has invested in Trehaus, an innovative company blending co-working spaces for parents with early childhood education. With a mission that aligns perfectly with our values of social impact, Trehaus is redefining work-life balance for families. Huge shout out to the incredible Trehaus team and their vision. Together, we’re creating a brighter future! ? >>> Join our movement: https://lnkd.in/eb_8VsJy #GoodLightCapital?#Innovation?#SocialImpact?#Trehaus?#WorkLifeBalance?#EarlyChildhoodEducation

Great to be back at SOCAP Global this year! In this instance, I had the privilege of delivering a TED-style talk called, "Post-Ego Investing, What 9 Near-Death Experiences Taught Me About Investing." We focused on 2 key themes that are close to my heart: purpose and community. In particular, the fact that when facing one’s mortality it’s not self-interest and ego that drives the will to live, but rather community and purpose. Lo and behold, these variables strengthen everything that we do, including venture investing. I shared a slide that showed the dirty little secret about venture. 75% of funds barely break even and many lose money. The top 25% averages a 2x return over 10 years. Simply putting one’s capital in an S&P index has yielded greater than 3x returns over the average 10-year period. Core to GoodLight Capital is a recognition that investing in amazing founders and solving challenges that are important in our world is the right thing to do, but our approach also offers a far more robust model for driving best-in-class returns over the long run. We expect our model to become the default once the industry catches up— and that will be outstanding. In the meantime, we are blazing the Good trail!?? If you’d like to dive deeper, you can watch the full talk here: https://lnkd.in/gQTjg4MN. At GoodLight Capital, we're committed to driving meaningful change through investments that serve a greater purpose—across sectors like climate, wellness, and financial inclusion. The model we've developed leverages community insights and broad-based support to make smarter, more impactful investments. With so many talented voices joining forces here, I’m more motivated than ever to keep moving forward with the GoodLight model, ensuring that community and purpose remain the cornerstone of everything we do. Grateful to the SOCAP community for the energy and vision shared this and every year. Here’s to driving change together! ???????? #SOCAP2024 #ImpactInvesting #GoodLightCapital

????? Are you passionate about investing in companies that are making a meaningful impact in the world? At GoodLight Capital, we believe in the power of collective action to drive positive change. By joining our community, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, share insights, and participate in transformative investments. Together, we can support innovative solutions that address pressing global challenges in ??????????????, ????????????, ??????????????????, and ?????????????????? ??????????????????. ?? Become a member today and be part of something extraordinary: Join our community https://lnkd.in/g7GpifaF. Let’s create a brighter future together! ?? #VentureCapital #InclusiveInnovation #FutureOfGood

????? We’re excited to announce that GoodLight Capital has invested in Monay, a groundbreaking financial platform founded by Ozlem Denizmen! Monay is dedicated to helping users save money and enhance their financial habits through a user-friendly app that promotes conscious consumerism. We believe Monay’s mission aligns perfectly with our commitment to enhancing financial literacy. By empowering users to track their spending and make informed financial decisions, Monay is making a meaningful contribution to creating a more financially-educated society. This investment exemplifies the trifecta we strive for at GoodLight Capital: social impact, financial outperformance, and innovative solutions. ?☆?? Join our movement towards positive change! Become a member of the GoodLight Community at https://lnkd.in/g7GpifaF. #Investment #Finance #GoodLightCapital #Monay

During Climate Week in NYC, our Founder and Managing Partner, Jacques-Philippe Piverger, had the opportunity to engage with global leaders and changemakers dedicated to addressing one of the world’s most pressing challenges: climate action. Representing GoodLight Capital, Jacques-Philippe participated in key gatherings hosted by organizations such as the Clinton Global Initiative, World Economic Forum, Milken Institute, and many more, including bilateral discussions with long-time colleagues and new collaborators. It's inspiring to see the progress being made, but we must remain focused and determined in our mission to create regenerative solutions. ???? ??????????????????, ????'???? ?????????????????? ???? ?????????????? ???????? ???????????????? ?????? ?????????? ?????? ???????????? ???? ?? ?????????????????????? ???????????? ?????? ??????. ???? Join us in this journey by becoming part of our movement: https://lnkd.in/g7GpifaF #ClimateAction #Sustainability #Regenerative #UNGA #GoodLightCapital #CGI2024