Author Archives: Iona Joy

Social investment: a revolution in financing or a bubble about to burst?

‘I’m forever blowing bubbles….’ is how the song goes, although the conclusion at NPC’s social investment round table yesterday morning was that there is definitely no bubble in the Social Investment market. At £165m invested during 2010, the market is … Continue reading

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Social investment: how can foundations help develop this market?

Trusts and foundations have a unique role to play in developing the social investment market. This opportunity comes at a time when I expect a lot of funders are pondering the lacklustre performance of their investment portfolios. By investing defensively, … Continue reading

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Wanted for long-term relationship: private funders willing to take risks

Imagine this scenario: a charity succeeds in diverting a young person away from crime and into a job. The costs of police action, court cases and prison are all avoided. The young person now earns a wage, pays tax and … Continue reading

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