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Global Conference 2025

Philanthropic Investors Forum | Funding the Future: Bold Philanthropy for a Sustainable Planet (Invite only)

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As the climate crisis demands an all-hands-on-deck approach, now more urgently than ever, philanthropy is uniquely positioned to drive transformative change. From funding innovative, high-impact climate solutions to advocating for systemic policy shifts, philanthropy is not just a catalyst—it’s essential. This off-the-record conversation will examine how philanthropic leaders, private donors, and foundations are shaping the global response to climate change by leveraging tools like impact investing and political philanthropy to maximize their reach and effectiveness. We’ll examine how philanthropic capital is increasingly deployed in investments that generate both financial returns and measurable climate outcomes to ensure a better future for all. 

    Moderator

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    Melissa Stevens

    Executive Vice President, Milken Institute Strategic Philanthropy

    Speakers

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    Sam Ballmer

    Co-Founder, Rainier Climate
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    Leslie Johnston

    CEO, Laudes Foundation
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    Nat Simons

    Co-Founder, Sea Change Foundation