Australian Impact Investments

💙I know we are never supposed to have favorite “children” but the two schools that Australian Impact Investments have brought clients together to fund establishment of do hold a really special part in my heart. 🎬Wonderful BTN report on Ngani Cafe that was opened earlier this year at Ngutu College - combining Aboriginal knowledge and culture with the national curriculum - in Adelaide to provide the senior students not only training and experience in hospitality but also an opportunity to build every day confidence. ☕️In Brisbane, The Sycamore School is getting behind Autism is our Superpower Day with the school community and all the staff at Merlo Coffee dress up as their favourite superhero or special interest - celebrating the uniqueness in the young people at the school and their bravery in a world that isn’t always accepting of uniqueness. If you are in Brisbane head to Merlo Coffee who will donate $1 from every coffee sold today at a Merlo store to The Sycamore School - school for kids with autism. #impactinvesting #education #independentschools #autism https://lnkd.in/d695Ynag

Congratulations to The William Buckland Foundation on your 60th anniversary and the release of your 2025-30 Strategic Plan.    The Foundation's dedication to achieving both financial and impact returns is inspiring, and we're excited to continue supporting them as they deploy their planned $3.4 million in impact investments over the next 12-18 months, building on the $4.1 million already invested across 7 impactful projects.   Thank you, William Buckland Foundation, for your trust and partnership. We look forward to our continued collaboration in driving positive change.   #ImpactInvesting #Philanthropy #SocialImpact

Last week’s Impact Investment Summit Asia Pacific was a powerful reminder of why this movement matters—and the urgency of getting it right. As Viktor Shvets highlighted, the current turbulent political landscape, particularly in the U.S., is creating headwinds. Yet, within this "sifting" moment, we're witnessing a powerful trend: investors and investees with strong impact convictions are doubling down. They're refining impact measurement practices, setting themselves apart in a crowded field. Here are our key takeaways from the summit: 🤝 It's inspiring to see state governments leading the charge. The NSW Government's focus on housing, net-zero energy transition, and local manufacturing, coupled with Queensland's vision for embedding impact investing within social entrepreneurial businesses, demonstrates a profound commitment to sustainable change. 👨👩👧👦 Family offices are playing a pivotal role, leveraging the full spectrum of capital – philanthropy, investment, blended finance, and advocacy. Their approach is deeply personal, with impact investments shaped by the values of family members across different generations. 💡 Blended finance is emerging as a critical tool, particularly in emerging markets and sectors like the arts. Organisations like DFAT and Creative Australia are championing their use, fostering innovative solutions that blend public and private capital for greater impact. 💼 Trusts and foundations are actively seeking to activate their endowments for impact, leveraging their collective influence to drive meaningful change in wealth advisory—an approach demonstrated by the Endowments for Impact Challenge. 🔹 Perhaps the most sobering discussion: how do we safeguard impact investing in a world facing compounding crises? Greenwashing, impact washing, and greenhushing are eroding trust, while the lack of standardised impact measurement remains a hurdle. A huge congratulations to Kerry Series and the entire Impact Investment Summit team for orchestrating such a powerful and inspiring event! Would love to hear from others who attended—what were your key takeaways? #ImpactInvesting #ResponsibleInvesting #SustainableFinance #MissionDrivenCapital #EndowmentsforImpact #ImpactMeasurement #Impact

🚨 Exciting News! 🚨 We are beyond thrilled to announce that Australian Impact Investments has been recognized with two prestigious awards in the last few days: 🏆 Impact Market Builder of the Year 2025 🏅 Endowment for Impact Challenge Winner These awards are a testament to the hard work and dedication of our incredible team - current and past - and the strong partnerships we've built with our clients and the broader impact investing community over the past 10 years. A special shout-out to Ethinvest, our founding shareholder, whose support and vision have been instrumental in helping us grow and drive positive change. We would also like to extend a huge thank you to all behind the awards for recognizing our efforts and commitment to driving innovative solutions that make a difference. Your recognition reinforces our mission to create a more sustainable, equitable, and resilient future through impact investing strategies aligned with our clients' values. Together, we're driving capital to innovative solutions and investments that are truly making a difference in Australia and beyond. We remain committed to building a more sustainable, equitable, and resilient future through thoughtful investing strategies that align with our clients' missions and values. 🙏 Thank you to everyone who has supported us on this journey and congratulations to Koda Capital also for being named a winner of the Endowment for Impact Challenge. 🚀 We look forward to continuing to make a meaningful impact and build a better tomorrow! AWARD CONVENERS, PARTNERS, SUPPORTERS and JUDGES Social Impact Hub, Impact Investment Summit Asia Pacific, UNLESS Financial, Australian Ethical Investment, Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Australian Department of Social Services, Reichstein Foundation, Besen Family Foundation, Dusseldorp Forum, Inner North Community Foundation, Northern Rivers Community Foundation, Oranges and Sardines Foundation, Community Foundations Australia, Paul Ramsay Foundation, Grace and Emilio Foundation, Australian Communities Foundation, Fouress Foundation, Impact Investing Australia, Abhilash Mudaliar, Craig North, Dame Caroline Mason CBE TEAM & BOARD (Current and Past): Kylie Charlton Philip Webb Hugh Driver Neeraj Aggarwal Sriya Nandivada Caitlin James James Perrin Andy Du Pont Kate Saunders Mara Bún Fiona Thomas Peter Murphy #impactinvesting #impactinvestment #responsibleinvesting #responsibleinvestment #totalimpactportfolio

Wishing all finalists in the Endowments for Impact Challenge today all the very best and looking forward to wonderful insights from the panel as they share insight from the RFP submissions. Most of all looking forward to the challenge driving committed action to support trusts and foundatations to build mission driven portfolios. Argus Advisory Ethinvest Evans & Partners Koda Capital LGT Crestone Wealth Management Limited #impactinvestment #responsibleinvestments Impact Investment Summit Asia Pacific

As the team at Australian Impact Investments refines our finalist pitch for the Endowment for Impact Challenge, I’ve gained a new appreciation for Mark Twain’s famous quote: “If I had more time, I would have written a shorter letter.” Four minutes on stage at Thursday's Town Hall Grand Finale will likely feel like a lifetime, but right now, it feels like the blink of an eye. While we prepare to deliver our concise message, I invite you to explore our 2024 Impact Report (https://lnkd.in/gRsG5t4z), which highlights a decade of mobilising capital for a better tomorrow. Curious to learn more? Register for the free event being held alongside the Impact Investment Summit Asia Pacific here: https://lnkd.in/dmpwUjCa #impactinvesting #responsibleinvesting #totalimpactportfolio

How can investors ensure their capital genuinely advances gender equity? Our latest report dives deep into Gender Lens Investing (GLI)—a strategy that not only drives social impact but also makes sound financial sense. 💡 Why GLI Matters GLI is more than a values-based approach—it’s a financially sound strategy. Companies with gender-diverse leadership outperform peers, while gender-inclusive investments open untapped market opportunities and contribute to building a more equitable and inclusive society. 💬 Start the Conversation This report is a guide for investors looking to embed gender considerations in their strategies. Download the full report below, and let's continue driving change together. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gFeQGuY4 🙏A big thank you to Caitlin James for crafting this insightful and comprehensive report! Kylie Charlton Philip Webb Hugh Driver Neeraj Aggarwal James Perrin Sriya Nandivada #GenderLensInvesting #ImpactInvesting #GenderEquity

The Impact Investment Summit Asia Pacific is nearly here! The Summit on 26-27 March at the ICC Sydney is your chance to hear from top experts, connect with industry leaders, and dive into the future of impact investing! With a program that has something for everyone - family offices, foundations, institutional investors and advisers - and thematic streams allowing for deep dives into climate/environment, community (aged care, childcare, housing and inclusion), education and healthcare this is an event not to be missed!    As part of the climate stream, Aii's Managing Director, Kylie Charlton will be moderating a panel Addressing the climate crisis with capital at scale with Ludovic Theau, CIO of Australian Ethical Investment and Alex Ramsey, Co-Founder and Investment Director of Infradebt on Day 1 at 12:00 pm. The session will explore how institutions and investors can deploy capital at scale to address the climate crisis, highlighting how large-scale investment can drive meaningful environmental change, delivering both financial and societal value.   🎟️Tickets: Link in the comments   #ClimateAction #ImpactInvesting #ImpactInvestmentSummitAsiaPacific

🚀 We’re thrilled to announce that Australian Impact Investments has been named a finalist for Impact Market Builder of the Year in the Australian Impact Investing Awards! 🙏 We’re grateful to be acknowledged alongside other leaders driving positive change. A huge thank you to our team, clients, and supporters who continue to drive impact with us. See you at the Impact Investment Summit 2025 and the Australian Impact Investing Awards Dinner. 📅Awards Dinner: March 26, 6 PM 🎟️ Tickets link in the comments Kylie Charlton Philip Webb Hugh Driver Neeraj Aggarwal Sriya Nandivada Mara Bún #ImpactInvesting #AustralianImpactInvestingAwards #ImpactInvestmentSummit

🚀 Excited to share that Australian Impact Investments and our founding shareholder, Ethinvest, have both been named finalists in the Endowments for Impact Challenge! 👏 Congratulations to all the other finalists—we're looking forward to the presentations at the Town Hall event on 27 March. Register to attend here: https://lnkd.in/dmpwUjCa The Challenge is a collective, public tender competition initiated by six of Australia’s leading trusts and foundations - Reichstein Foundation, Besen Family Foundation, Dusseldorp Forum, Inner North Community Foundation, Northern Rivers Community Foundation and Oranges and Sardines Foundation - to identify and promote investment advisors best able to support responsible and mission-driven investment. 🙏 Thank you to these six foundations and to the key supporters of the Challenge: Community Foundations Australia, Paul Ramsay Foundation, Grace and Emilio Foundation, Australian Communities Foundation and Fouress Foundation. #impact #impactinvestment #responsibleinvestment #philanthropy Kylie Charlton Philip Webb Neeraj Aggarwal Hugh Driver James Perrin Sriya Nandivada Mara Bún Fiona Thomas Trevor Thomas