Tool Kit Main Page
An Introduction to Our Journey
Our Community Challenge Statement
Housing Definitions and Key Messages
From NIMBYISM to YIMBYISM!
Community Planning: SDGs, Data Capacity, and the Affordability Matrix
Creating a Better Housing Environment: The Role of Philanthropy
Creating a Better Housing Environment: The Role of Municipalities
Social Finance Primer for Communities
Social Finance: Strategies, Financing Models, Canadian Organizations, and Pro-Forma Financial Model
Regional Housing Task Force South Georgian Bay
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Creating a Better Housing Environment: The Role of Philanthropy
In this complicated landscape, the role of philanthropy is to provide more access to capital, as well as a better housing environment through products such as investment funds, direct investments, and public equity. Impact investing and leveraging are approaches that intentionally seek a positive social and/or environmental impact, while also generating a financial return.