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November 28th, 2024

Philanthropy Meets Startup Investing: A New Approach to Funding Innovations

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Have you ever considered the possibilities that arise when philanthropic capital is directed towards funding startup companies? In this episode of The Angel Next Door Podcast, host Marcia Dawood sits down with Sally Boulter from Impact Assets to unravel an often overlooked but transformative investment approach—using donor-advised funds to fuel entrepreneurial ventures. If you’re an angel investor or contemplating entering the startup ecosystem, this episode will give you a fresh perspective on navigating investments impactfully.

Sally Boulter brings a wealth of experience to the table, having a diverse background in nonprofit fundraising and impact investing. Impact Assets, a nonprofit financial services firm, is tailored to investors who wish to make a difference while achieving returns. Sally’s journey from traditional fundraising to becoming a pivotal player in impact investing highlights a unique blend of passion for societal betterment and astute financial strategies.

Throughout the episode, Marcia and Sally discuss the mechanics of how donor-advised funds can be employed to support for-profit startups, offering both new and seasoned investors a blueprint for high-impact investments. They explore the simplicity and flexibility of setting up a donor-advised fund, the risks and rewards associated with impact investing, and real-life success stories like that of Seth Goldman, who amplified his philanthropic reach after his work with Honest Tea. This episode is a must-listen for anyone eager to understand how to make their investment dollars work harder, not just for financial gains but for genuine societal progress. You’ll walk away with actionable insights and a newfound enthusiasm for merging philanthropy with entrepreneurship.

 

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Marcia Dawood TEDx Speaker/Author/Podcaster

Marcia Dawood is an early-stage investor who serves on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee, is a venture partner with Mindshift Capital, a member of Golden Seeds, and the chair emeritus of the Angel Capital Association (ACA), a global professional society for angel investors.
She is also an associate producer on the award-winning documentary Show Her the Money.
A TEDx speaker and the host of The Angel Next Door podcast, Marcia walks the talk and holds investments in over fifty early-stage companies and funds. She is committed to expanding support for diverse companies that overcome the world’s biggest problems and accelerate positive change. She is passionate about bridging the gap from early-stage inception to building thriving, profitable companies.
She is a founding member and chair of the ACA’s Growing Women’s Capital Group, which is building syndication and collaboration among US investment groups focused on women-led companies.
She is also a co-author of the book You Can, You Will, which was an Amazon bestseller in thirty-nine categories in four countries.
Prior to that, Marcia worked in sales, marketing, and operations for Kaplan Education for over sixteen years. Marcia received an MBA from the University of North Carolina Kenan-Flagler Business School.
Marcia currently lives in North Carolina with her husband, Izzy, and she feels lucky to be the stepmom to three amazing sons.

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