The Mission Investing Institute and Action Cohorts (The Institute) is a six-month virtual learning program presented by Mission Investors Exchange in partnership with the National Center for Family Philanthropy and Philanthropy California. This learning opportunity will deepen your knowledge in impact investing, build relationships with leaders in philanthropy, and provide practical tools to implement an effective impact investing strategy. Beginning October 19, 2021, The Institute is designed to help philanthropy professionals gain exposure to approaches that will help them get started in impact investing and advance their practice.
Applications for the Institute closed June 30, 2021. Accepted participants were contacted in July 2021.
Through a core curriculum, supplemented with three small group cohorts, participants will hear from industry peers, apply the learnings with fellow philanthropy and finance professionals, and learn from seasoned investors in the field. Learning Sessions will cover topics including, but not limited to:
Introduction to Impact Investing & the Spectrum of Capital
The Equity Imperative
Governance & Program Design
Activating your Portfolio for Impact
Impact Measurement, Management & Reporting
Investment Across Asset Classes
Pipeline & Diligence
Resources & Implementation (cohorts focus)
For additional information, please see the schedule and FAQ tabs.
If you have additional questions about the Institute, please contact Phuong Pham at phuong@socalgrantmakers.org.
