Christine Yu

Everyone wants nonprofits to create large-scale impact. Few want them to think like startups. And that’s the gap. It’s exciting to see more people in the sector starting to talk about this — I recently came across a great write-up: “Let’s Treat Nonprofits as Startups” by Tarun Khanna and Varun Aggarwal. They make the case for funding structures that give nonprofits the same freedom to experiment, fail fast, and iterate — just like startups do. And I couldn’t agree more. Not because money is the goal. But because sustainable capital is. If startups can build billion-dollar companies from scratch, why should nonprofits struggle to scale beyond pilot projects? The difference often lies in mindset, accountability, and how resources are managed. But funding alone isn’t enough. What we also need: – Accountability across stakeholders – Transparency in impact creation, not just reporting – Entrepreneurial DNA within nonprofit teams That’s how we move from “good ideas” → “non-profit unicorns” From “dependence” → “resilience” And in climate action, where scale is non-negotiable, this shift is urgent. At WeNaturalists, this belief is core to why we exist: to give professionals & organizations the digital tools to scale #ClimateAction and #SDGs impact — sustainably. Because worrying won’t fix the climate crisis. Building systems will. #sustainabledevelopment #impactcreation #nonprofitorganisation #leadershipmindset #WeNaturalists (nonprofit organisation model, scaling climate action, digital tools for nonprofits, funding for NGOs, social impact scaling strategies, accountability in nonprofits)

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Our new report, High-Impact Approaches to Corporate Giving, has been launched at PBCx! https://lnkd.in/gNjHzA_D The role of business in society is evolving. Across Asia and globally, corporate leaders are increasingly blending profit with purpose, whether through mandated CSR in India, long traditions of corporate stewardship in Japan and Korea, or new approaches to stakeholder capitalism elsewhere. Corporate giving is not just about compliance or reputation. Done well, it is a powerful lever to address some of today’s most urgent challenges, from climate resilience to inclusive economic growth. It can create measurable impact for communities and strengthens trust, legitimacy, and long-term value for companies. As I reflect on the many conversations that informed this work, I am struck by how much possibility exists when companies lean into their responsibility as social actors. In a time when traditional aid and public funding face constraints, corporate giving can be a vital bridge. One that, if done well, benefits both communities and companies.

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Sustainability isn’t just about responsibility—it’s about opportunity. I sat down with Jane Goodland, Group Head of Sustainability at London Stock Exchange Group, for a conversation about how today’s markets are increasingly shaped by climate, policy, and long-term value creation. From shifting regulations to the growth of the green economy, Jane shared insights that underscore what many in business are now realizing: sustainability is fast becoming one of the most powerful investment drivers of our time. Watch the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/eSZ6UwVQ This interview took place alongside the 2025 Concordia Europe Summit! #TheSwiftHour #Concordia25 #Sustainability

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