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WHAT IS #GIVING TUESDAY? WHAT IS #DONATESMALL?

In 2017, we kicked off the holiday season with our first Giving Tuesday campaign, #DonateSmall.  THE CONCEPT:  We engaged people who were interested in donating small amounts to a cause, or in our case, many causes. THE RESULT: $21,754 raised over the last two years for our global innovators. We were, and continue to be, inspired by how […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Sep 11, 2018


THE GLOBAL GOOD FUND/BRIDGE TO HEALTH PARTNERSHIP

By: Emma Forte Sczudlo (Project Coordinator, Bridge to Health) I believe that partnerships create possibilities. Successful people did not rise to the top on their own. Innovation stems from collaboration between intelligent people. Some of the world’s most pressing problems – poverty, hunger, illness – can be solved by benevolent acts. At Bridge to Health […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Jun 26, 2018


GGF WITHOUT DAD (HOOKS K. JOHNSTON III)

Written by: Allie Johnston Ever since I can remember, I’ve always looked up to my dad. His leadership skills – as a co-parent, a husband, a venture capitalist, and a businessman – have always humbled and impressed me. Most memorable, though, was his seemingly insatiable desire to do good in the world, to make the […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Jun 08, 2018


WELCOMING OUR 2017 FELLOWS TO THE GLOBAL GOOD FUND ALUMNI NETWORK

It’s an exciting month here at The Global Good Fund as we celebrate the graduation of our 2017 Fellows. This brilliant group of 15 social innovators are spreading global good throughout their communities in Africa, South America, Asia, Europe and the U.S. From programs empowering people with disabilities in the Phillippines, to sustainable and afforable farming initivates […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Jun 04, 2018


2018 GLOBAL GOOD FUND FELLOWS DEMONSTRATE IMPACT OF SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP BY TACKLING DIVERSE SOCIAL CHALLENGES

FAIRFAX, Va., April 26, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The Global Good Fund, a social enterprise accelerating the leadership development of high-potential social entrepreneurs, presented its sixth annual cohort of Global Good Fund Fellows at its annual Gala, which took place this evening on the campus of the Inova Center for Personalized Health in Fairfax, Virginia. The event featured remarks from […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on May 03, 2018


CARRIE IN COLOMBIA: PATIENCE IS A VIRTUE

Learning a new language is both a humbling experience, and a grand test of patience. In my work and at home, I’m the one setting the rules and managing expectations. When it came to living in a foreign country and speaking Spanish, I had no control, which really took me out of my comfort zone. I knew my […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Mar 20, 2018


CARRIE IN COLOMBIA: MY FAVORITE 12 HOURS

I was picked up by Manolo, GGF’s VP of Strategy, on the eve of February 2nd to attend a dinner with 100 people of whom I’ve never met.  It was like halloween- everyone was in costume to enjoy a pre-Carnaval feast. Barranquilla’s Carnaval is one of Colombia’s most important folkloric celebrations, and one of the biggest carnivals in […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Mar 02, 2018


CARRIE IN COLOMBIA: MY FIRST DAY

I touched down in Colombia on Tuesday, 1/23 – the country I’d be calling home for the next month. The decision to embark on this journey was sparked by a desire to completely immerse myself and my children into new cultures. With my husband, 2.5-year-old and 7-month-old in tow, the first thing that struck me while […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Feb 20, 2018


PHIL MICHAELS, CO-FOUNDER & CEO OF TEMBO EDUCATION, TEACHES CHILDREN WORLDWIDE VIA TEXT MESSAGE

Growing up with a unique childhood, Phil Michaels realized that children are capable of achieving anything, regardless of socioeconomic status, as long as they believe they can. Providing an education in the most imperative years of brain development is crucial for a child to overcome obstacles and lead a fulfilled life. With this philosophy, Tembo […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Nov 17, 2017


GGF BOARD OF DIRECTOR, MICHAEL SNEED, VP GLOBAL CORPORATE AFFAIRS FOR JOHNSON & JOHNSON

In his role as Worldwide VP, Global Corporate Affairs & Chief Communication Officer at Johnson & Johnson, Michael Sneed leads the Corporation’s global marketing, community, equity and philanthropy functions. Truly a jack-of-all-trades, Michael joined The Global Good Fund’s Board of Directors 4 years ago, bringing relevant experience in business with a mission driven organization, rooting […]

Posted by globalgoodfund on Nov 03, 2017