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Why Social Entrepreneurs Must Embrace Local Contexts to Drive Greater Social Impact

Social entrepreneurship has the power to transform lives, but creating lasting impact requires more than good intentions. It demands a deep understanding of the communities being served. This means embracing local contexts and collaborating with people who are already tackling challenges within their own environments. As someone dedicated to creating positive change, I’ve learned that […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Jan 28, 2025

Radical Candor: A Game-Changer for Effective Leadership and Feedback

Effective feedback is essential for team growth, but it remains a challenge for many leaders. Kim Scott’s Radical Candor framework provides a clear strategy: balance Caring Personally with Challenging Directly to foster trust, improve performance, and create a thriving work culture. Why Radical Candor Matters Leaders often face conflicting advice on giving feedback. Should you […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Jan 22, 2025

Be The Spark: How Small Actions Drive Big Change for Social Entrepreneurs

At The Global Good Fund, we believe that small actions lead to big change. Social entrepreneurs around the world tackle critical global issues with innovative solutions. However, none of this happens without the support of individuals like you. You are the ones who are ready to ignite change and make a lasting impact. That’s why […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Jan 13, 2025

Be The Spark: Igniting Change Together

At The Global Good Fund, we believe that small actions lead to big change. Social entrepreneurs around the world tackle critical global issues with innovative solutions. However, none of this happens without the support of individuals like you. You are the ones who are ready to ignite change and make a lasting impact. That’s why […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Jan 07, 2025

A New Chapter: The Merger of Global Good Consulting and Amani Institute

We are thrilled to share a significant milestone in the evolution of Global Good Consulting — GGC has merged with Amani Institute, a renowned organization dedicated to developing individuals and organizations to lead social impact. The merger of GGC and Amani into Global Good x Amani combines two long-time collaborators to create one powerhouse of […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Sep 10, 2024

Welcoming Jeannie Houchins to The Global Good Fund Board of Directors

We are excited to announce the newest addition to The Global Good Fund’s Board of Directors, Jeannie Houchins. Jeannie is a seasoned marketing and communications leader whose impressive career has touched every corner of health, wellness, nutrition, and consumer packaged goods. Her expertise and passion for driving positive change aligns perfectly with our mission, and […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Aug 27, 2024

The Global Good Fund 2025 Fellowship Recruitment Update

This summer, Global Good Fund received an incredible response to our 2025 Fellowship recruitment. We received 2,314 applications from social entrepreneurs across the globe, showcasing a strong demand for our leadership development services. Notably, 14.5% of the applicants were reapplying, reflecting their continued interest in our program. Expanding Our Reach This year, we aimed to: […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Jul 30, 2024

Global Good Consulting Merges with Amani Institute

At The Global Good Fund, we believe in harnessing the power of the collective to drive positive change. Our Impact Ecosystem, rooted in the philosophy of placing people at the center, comprises three key impact avenues. Programs: This avenue underscores our commitment to unlocking the full potential of every individual, fostering leadership development, and personal […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Jul 09, 2024

Introducing Threads of Change

We are delighted to introduce you to “Threads of Change,” a transformative campaign at the heart of The Global Good Fund’s mission to create a positive impact on a global scale. Drawing inspiration from our founding story, where a simple act of kindness led to the birth of a multi-million-dollar social enterprise, this initiative underscores […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Feb 06, 2024

“Spark Change, Ignite Impact” Vol. 3: Entrepreneurship + Education

GGF recently hosted the third installment of the “Spark Change, Ignite Impact” conversation series in memory of Hooks Johnston; the series centers on the five interconnected social issues that GGF addresses: education, health, financial inclusion, the environment, and economic mobility. Jide Ayegbusi, along with alumni Karim Abouelnaga, Margo Jordan, and Makeda Ricketts delved into the vital intersection […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Sep 28, 2023