Building an impact-first social investment strategy

Resonance

29 November 2021

In a new report, we outline what our impact-first approach to social investment means in practice, and we share what we’ve learned, both the challenges and opportunities, from its evolution.

We hope this paper offers learning for new and existing investors, including foundations, for their own social investment practice.

Click the button in the top left-hand corner to download or click here to view on a full screen.

A huge thanks to everyone who has helped us to develop our approach.

We would love to hear what you think, so do feel free to get in touch by emailing: communications@esmeefairbairn.org.uk.

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