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Bringing proven social innovations to address our communities’ greatest needs. πŸ“14 cities nationwide

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Announcing GreenLight Fund Dallas - our 15th site! Led by Founding Executive Director Shareea Woods, GreenLight Dallas will run our community-driven process to open opportunities for lasting change. Read the full press release: greenlightfund.org/dallas-becom...

07.11.2025 01:15 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We reflect on the first 20 years, from our early beginnings in Boston to today, as a national network reaching more than 1.3 million individuals and families across 14 cities over the last year alone. Read the full story: greenlightfund.org/a-milestone-...

24.10.2025 17:37 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Learn how GreenLight Fund Chicago is centering community voices to identify solutions that matter most, including their first investment in Compass Working Capital, supporting asset building to address the city’s economic racial inequities. greenlightfund.org/bridging-chi...

23.10.2025 19:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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GreenLight Fund Greater Newark’s first investment, EMS Corps, is training and mentoring young people to become EMTs serving their own communities. For graduate Daquan Bryant, EMS Corps was more than training. Read his story: bit.ly/4mxwgHU'http...

15.10.2025 18:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In this 20 Stories of Change Q+A with GreenLight Fund Baltimore ED Dr. Nia Fields, learn how GreenLight Baltimore is driving community-led impact that goes beyond funding to deepen connections across the city: greenlightfund.org/strengthenin...

10.09.2025 18:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
GreenLight Fund 20th Anniversary
Started in Boston and now in 14 cities, GreenLight celebrates 20 years of community-driven change. Hear from co-founder John Simon and CEO Ali Knight, as well as investors and leaders of nonprofit organizations in this video reflecting on the impact and results of GreenLight Fund after 20 years. GreenLight Fund 20th Anniversary

20 years of community-driven change. Stay tuned for some exciting news this fall! youtu.be/mrpFXwghgVs

28.08.2025 20:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In our latest 20 Stories of Change feature, discover how GreenLight Fund Twin Cities has responded to urgent needs across Minneapolis and Saint Paul through investments in community safety, Black maternal health, food security, and youth mental health. Read the full story: bit.ly/3IOJC4B

29.07.2025 15:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We're hiring! GreenLight Fund is seeking community-driven, collaborative leaders to join our team. View all open positions: greenlightfund.org/careers/

08.07.2025 18:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌈 June is #PrideMonth! At GreenLight Fund, we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), recognizing and celebrating all LGBTQIA+ identities this month and every month.

17.06.2025 17:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In our latest 20 Stories of Change feature, Royal Phillips, Regional Director for Metro Atlanta at Inner Explorer shares how mindfulness is helping students thrive both in and out of the classroom. Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch

13.06.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In this 20 Stories of Change feature, hear directly from mRelief’s team and discover how GreenLight Fund Kansas City's investment in tech-based nonprofits are offering innovative, scalable solutions to reimagine access to basic needs like food assistance: bit.ly/4jxWCrS

12.06.2025 19:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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GreenLight Fund Charlotte's portfolio org Alternatives to Violence (ATV) is more than a violence prevention initiative- it’s become a trusted neighborhood anchor. Learn more about ATV's impact and our community-driven work in the latest 20 Stories of Change feature: bit.ly/44RttV1

28.05.2025 20:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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From leading GreenLight Fund Detroit’s first portfolio organization, CEO Detroit, to guiding future investments, Margrit Allen reflects on impact, the challenges national organizations face when expanding to new cities, and why local, authentic partnerships matter. Read more: bit.ly/45fJzrR

28.05.2025 01:07 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In 2015, GreenLight Fund Cincinnati became our first Midwest site. In this 20 Stories of Change we reflect on a decade of impact through community collaboration and strategic partnerships, addressing challenges in education, housing, workforce development, and youth mental health. bit.ly/4iEh2it

01.05.2025 22:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In a Q&A discussion in the latest 20 Stories of Change feature, Kat and Marc reflect on GreenLight Philadelphia’s evolution, the lessons learned along the way, the portfolio's impact, and the future of GreenLight’s role as they enter their 8th selection cycle. Read more: bit.ly/4c9gjo4

25.03.2025 18:07 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In the latest installment of our 20 Stories of Change series, discover how GreenLight’s unique approach helps organizations navigate the complexities of the Bay Area's nonprofit ecosystem, break through barriers, and drive lasting impact. Read more: bit.ly/41ATd4B

11.03.2025 22:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In our latest 20 Stories of Change, Paul Carttar, SIF’s first director and longtime GreenLight Fund board member, shares how an ambitious proposal, challenges, and a bold pivot fueled our growth beyond Boston and set the stage for expansion to 14 cities. Read more: bit.ly/4k1iNbx

18.02.2025 23:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In the second installment of our 20 Stories of Change series, GreenLight Fund Boston, our flagship site, reflects on key milestones, lasting partnerships, and two decades of transformative impact, beginning with their first investment in Friends of the Children-Boston. Read more: bit.ly/3Q8RNJl

07.02.2025 18:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This year marks GreenLight Fund’s 20th-anniversary milestone! Excited to launch the first story in our 20 Stories of Change campaign, featuring co-founders Margaret Hall and John Simon as they reflect on the vision that began over 20 years ago in Boston. Read the full story: https://bit.ly/3PMUVKR

23.01.2025 17:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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