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Janine Firpo Joins DelRae Messer for “EmpowerHER: Activate Your Money” On September 24, 2023
|in Events, Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterJanine Firpo, co-founder of Invest for Better, will be joining DelRae Messer for “EmpowerHER: Activate Your Money. Invest in Your Future, Invest in the World!” event happening on Sunday, September […]
Ellen Remmer Presents at the 2023 Innovations in International Philanthropy Symposium
|in Ellen Remmer, Events, News |by Invest for BetterAt the upcoming Innovations in International Symposium on September 7-8 in Cambridge, Ellen Remmer will be co-leading a session with Steering committee member Kathleen McQuiggan on “Investing with Your Values” and moderating a session […]
How Women Lead Launches New Initiative ‘The New Table’
|in News |by Invest for BetterIn 2022, an estimated $445 billion was invested in startups. Yet only 17.2% of these venture dollars went to companies with at least one female founder, and only 2.4% went […]
Catalysts & White Labels
|in News |by Invest for BetterOur partnership with Better Finance is an excellent example of one of the ways IFB is achieving scale. We have developed both Catalyst and White Label structures to enable others […]
IFB Hiring Partnerships & Business Development Manager
|in Jobs/Internships, News |by Invest for BetterAbout Invest for Better Invest for Better seeks to empower women in the US and globally to understand the power of their investment assets, learn how to align their investments […]
Invest for Better Expands into Europe
|in News |by Invest for BetterThrough a partnership with Better Finance, our investment Circle model and content will be piloted in four European countries later this year. This work was made possible through a generous […]
She Leads – Suzanne Biegel
|in News |by Invest for BetterThis post is dedicated to honoring one of the most important women in our community – and, indeed, the ecosystem of values-aligned investing by and for women – Suzanne Biegel. […]
“The PowHer of Money Series” With Sabine Gedeon Featuring Janine Firpo
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterJoin Sabine Gedeon in “The PowHer of Money Series” on June 23rd at 10 am PST and learn from Janine Firpo, co-founder of Invest for Better. Janine is a seasoned values-aligned investor and social […]
Janine Firpo Joins ASBN For ‘The Anti-ESG Movement: Combating the Attack on Business & Impact Investing’ Event
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterAhead of the upcoming ASBN 2023 conference in Berkeley, the American Sustainable Business Network and Hanson Bridgett are hosting a panel discussion with executives from Morgan Stanley, As You Sow, […]
Janine Firpo Featured On ‘Wellspoken’ Podcast with Dr. DelRae Messer
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterIn the latest episode of Wellspoken podcast, hosted Dr. DelRae Messer, DelRae joins Janine Firpo, co-founder of Invest for Better, for a thought-provoking conversation around women’s empowerment, working at the […]
‘Activate Your Money’ Available in Paperback at Barnes & Noble
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterJanine Firpo, co-founder of Invest for Better, has announced that her best-selling book, “Activate Your Money – Invest to Grow Your Wealth and Build a Better World,” is now available […]
Janine Firpo featured on “Making Change With Your Money” Podcast Discussing Creating a Just Society Through Financial Investment
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterJanine Firpo, co-founder of Invest for Better, was recently featured on “Making Change with your Money Podcast“, a show about people who experienced a big life transition that changed their […]
Summer 2023 Deep Dive Line-Up
|in News |by Invest for BetterInvest for Better’s Deep Dives are 3-month “elective” courses that complement our signature 6-month Core Curriculum on values-aligned investing. Like our 6-month Circles, these 3-month experiences will provide curated learning […]
Announcing a New Deep Dive Course: Investing for a Sustainable Environment
|in News |by Invest for BetterWe are delighted to announce that our new Deep Dive course Investing for a Sustainable Environment has been completed and will be offered for the first time starting June 15th […]
Invest for Better part of Host Committee for “Heading for Change” Launch Event
|in Events, News |by Invest for BetterInvest for Better will be part of the Host Committee for the virtual launch event of “Healing for Change“. The event will take place at 10-11 AM PST / 1-2 PM […]
IFB Regional Gathering
|in Events, News, Regional Events |by Invest for BetterSeattle, May 31, 2023
The newly rebuilt Industrious co-working space in downtown Seattle was the venue for Invest for Better’s (IFB) wonderful regional gathering in Seattle on May 31, 2023.
Seattle, May 31, 2023
Invest for Better’s Ellen Remmer Presenting at “We Give Summit”
|in Ellen Remmer, Events, News |by Invest for BetterEllen Remmer, co-founder of Invest for Better, will be presenting at the We Give Summit. This virtual event will be held on Tuesday, May 2 and is designed for members […]
“Activate Your Money” Released In Paperback on April 4, 2023
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterThe paperback version of “Activate Your Money: Invest to Grow Your Wealth and Build a Better World” will be released on April 4, 2023. Unlike any other investing books […]
Invest for Better presenting at Women’s Philanthropy Institute Symposium
|in Ellen Remmer, Events, News |by Invest for BetterEllen Remmer, co-founder of Invest for Better, was part of a panel discussion called “All in for Impact: How to use Philanthropy and Impact Investing for Change” at the “All […]
Defend Our Rights To Invest In ESG!
|in News |by Invest for BetterDear IFB Community, For the first time we are reaching out to you, our community, to ask you to take political action. We don’t do this lightly, but we do […]
Janine Firpo featured in “Money & Relationships” Event by Linqto
|in Events, Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterJanine Firpo, co-founder of Invest for Better, along with Dr Ruth Shaber and Sheila Shroeder came together in dialogue to discuss the differences in how men and women traditionally think […]
2023 Membership Renewals
|in News |by Invest for BetterAs a current Invest for Better (IFB) member, you know that our offerings give women the confidence, skills, and encouragement to use their investment assets to influence things they care about. Most […]
Thanks San Francisco!
|in Events, News |by Invest for BetterLast week, we had a great time at our first Regional Gathering in San Francisco. We teamed up with Women Investing for a Sustainable Economy (WISE) and welcomed both IFB members and […]
“Investments You Love” A New Member Benefit
|in News |by Invest for BetterFor eons, women have shared their wealth of knowledge with one another to benefit others in similar circumstances. Invest for Better is continually working to create and nurture a trusted community of […]
“Philanthropy or Investing: Why Not Both?”
|in Ellen Remmer, News |by Invest for Better“Philanthropy or Investing: Why Not Both?” by Ellen Remmer is an excerpt From “Feminist Giving: Creating New Frontiers in Social Change” After 25 years focused on both her own philanthropy and […]
Deep Dive Courses: An Offering for Invest for Better Members
|in News |by Invest for BetterInvest for Better’s Deep Dives are 3-month “elective” courses that complement our signature 6-month Core Curriculum on values-aligned investing. Like our 6-month Circles, these 3-month experiences will provide curated learning […]
Introducing Our New Deep Dive Course – The Racial Wealth Gap: Past, Present & Potential for Change
|in News |by Invest for BetterJoin Us for Invest for Better Day – September 15, 2022
|in News |by Invest for BetterThe second annual Invest for Better Day is coming on Thursday, September 15, 2022 and we’re mobilizing a ‘Day of Action’ to catalyze women across the country and beyond to […]
Strategies to Move Toward True Values-Alignment with Your Money
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterStephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines hosted Invest for Better Co-Founder and author Janine Firpo on their Take Back Retirement podcast. They spoke about why impact investing matters and how you can start moving your portfolio into alignment with your values.
Legit Chix Episode 27 – Janine Firpo, Author, Investor & Social Innovator
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterIn this podcast episode, Janine Firpo, Invest for Better Co-Founder and author of “Activate Your Money: Invest to Grow Your Wealth and Build a Better World,” speaks with the women of LegitChix about transforming the relationship that women have with their money and breaking the taboos related to their financial empowerment.
Seattle Angel Conference: “Angels from Venus” Panel Discussion
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterIn this conference, Invest for Better Co-Founder and author of “Activate Your Money: Invest to Grow Your Wealth and Build a Better World,” Janine Firpo discusses her experience with value-aligned investing and specifically speaks about becoming an angel investor.
Veris Wealth Partners: Women, Wealth & Impact
|in Ellen Remmer, Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterGrowing the number of impact investors working to address the world’s most pressing problems has long been part of Veris Wealth Partners’ vision and mission. Co-Founders Janine Firpo and Ellen Remmer were asked questions about Invest for Better and their approach to growing an impact movement focused on empowering women investors.
Theodora Speaks – Reinventing Yourself to Align to Your Values and Investment Portfolio
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterOur co-founder, Janine Firpo, left a 35+ year career in technology and international development to focus on how women can create a more just and equitable society through their financial […]
Book Passages: Janine Firpo with Tanja Hester – Activate Your Money
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterIn Activate Your Money, our co-founder, Janine Firpo, provides the foundational support women need to talk to each other about their money, invest to grow their wealth, and to take […]
Zebras Unite: Invest for Better: Putting Your Money to Work for You and the World
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterIn this workshop, Janine explains how you can take action to move all of your assets in alignment with your values – even if all you have to invest is […]
Lebec Consulting: Interview with Janine Firpo & Ellen Remmer | Women We’ve Been Waiting For
|in Ellen Remmer, Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterJanine Firpo and Ellen Remmer, our co-founders sat down with Lebec Consulting to talk about why women shouldn’t shy away from investing, but instead gravitate toward it—particularly impact investing—and how […]
Activate Your Money: A Webinar Series to Move You From Knowledge to Action- Session 1
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterSocial Venture Circle and the American Sustainable Business Council are pleased to present a 3-part webinar series led by Janine Firpo, co-founder of Invest for Better and author of “Activate […]
Equity Trust: Women and Values-Aligned Investing with Janine Firpo
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterOur co-founder, Janine Firpo sat down for an exclusive interview with Mae Szippl of Equity Trust. Topics they discussed include: Janine’s book, Activate Your Money: Invest to Grow Your Wealth […]
Happy Invest for Better Day!
|in News |by Invest for BetterHappy Invest for Better Day! Yes, September 15th is now National Invest for Better Day and will have that honor for the next 10 years. We are celebrating the day […]
Capital Musings: Activate Your Money: How Women Can Take Control of Their Wealth
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterOur co-founder, Janine Firpo, discusses her varied career in tech, microfinance and international development and explains how her new book Activate Your Money: Invest to Grow Your Wealth and Build […]
LIFT Economy – Activate Your Money
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterThe rising tide of women in the world of investing has already been shown to be facilitating positive results. Our co-founder, Janine Firpo, was a guest on the LIFT Economy […]
Janine Firpo on ‘So Money with Farnoosh Torabi’
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterOur co-founder, Janine Firpo, was a guest on the So Money podcast with Farnoosh Torabi to bring advice on how to create a values-driven investment strategy. Topics discussed include: How […]
Activate Your Money in Barron’s 5 of the Best Books on ESG and Impact Investing
|in News, Press |by Invest for BetterBarron’s listed “Activate Your Money” in their list of 5 best books on ESG and impact investing. Co-founder Janine Firpo’s book will educate, engage, and empower, whether you’re putting a […]
Invest for Better and Janine Firpo featured on the Big Girl Money Podcast
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterLooking for a playful take on investing basics? Janine Firpo answers (no-holds-barred!) questions for the Big Girl Money Podcast on their recent Investing 101-Fun with Your Finances podcast episode. Learn […]
Make “You Got This!” Your Mantra
|in Janine Firpo, News |by Invest for BetterAs part of Thrive Global’s series on “Why We Need More Women Founders,” Jerome interviewed Janine Firpo, who asserted that one of the reasons only a limited amount of money […]
Reflections, Silver Linings, and Hope
|in Ellen Remmer, News |by Ellen RemmerI enjoy the annual rite of reflection and planning that January brings. But wow, what a year it has been to look back on, and, as January unfolds in […]
Scaling Up
|in News |by Ellen RemmerInvest for Better is scaling up! Earlier this year, as we reckoned with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our 2020 goals for Invest for Better, we presumed that […]
If Not Us, then Who?
|in News |by Ellen RemmerNeedless to say, the world has changed. While it is too early to assess the overall impact of the coronavirus pandemic, we see it revealing systemic inequities in all corners […]
Impact Investing, Social Change, and Philanthropy Post COVID-19
|in Ellen Remmer, News |by Jasmine TanguayOur own Ellen Remmer was featured in this Women & Money episode on “Impact Investing, Social Change, and Philanthropy Post COVID-19” hosted by Jan Mercer Dahms of Mayshad CHOICE. Together […]
Circling Back: Invest For Better, One Year Later
|in News |by Jen Jope, Editor-in-Chief at Giving CompassOne year ago, we launched Invest for Better, a nonprofit campaign aimed at helping women demystify impact investing, take control of their capital, and mobilize their money for good. A […]
Circling Back: Invest for Better, One Year Later
|in News, Press |by Invest for BetterWomen nationwide are joining forces to become savvy impact investors: Learning together, moving money toward social change, and seizing opportunities to go beyond traditional philanthropy. And you can join them. […]
Invest for Better: A Campaign to Help Women Invest for Social and Environmental Good
|in News |by Ellen RemmerMy journey to impact investing was a long and winding road. Way too long and winding! It wasn’t from lack of interest or effort. But because I had no support […]
Invest For Better: How A New Campaign Is Engaging Women
|in News, Press |by Invest for BetterEllen Remmer is on a new philanthropic adventure and she’s hoping other women will join her. Remmer, a longtime leader in donor education and advising at The Philanthropic Initiative, recently […]
Portsmouth Event Focuses on ’System Change’ Through Investment
|in Ellen Remmer, News |by Invest for BetterThe only way to have a positive impact on issues such as gender inequality, socioeconomic disparity, organic agriculture and the environment is through the power of money. That was the […]
Millennial Money Podcast: How Can Women Tackle Impact Investing with Confidence?
|in Ellen Remmer, News |by Invest for BetterBy 2020 American women will control $22 trillion in capital, and impact investing is expected to reach $440 billion, the real question is How Can Women Tackle Impact Investing with […]
Can Women Use Impact Investing to Change Capital Markets for the Better? New Campaign Says Yes
|in Press |by Invest for BetterMedia Contact: Jennifer Montone The Philanthropic Initiative jmontone@tpi.org 617.338.5880 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Research shows that while women are highly interested in impact investing, only a small percentage are actually doing […]
Here We Go
|in News |by Ellen RemmerWe began with a simple question Could an intentional and strategic focus on women be pivotal to accelerating the growth of the impact investing ecosystem and help to ensure that […]