My optimism about the state of the world was reenergized in the presence of these innovative entrepreneurs and organizations.
Maximizing Our Impact Through Impact Investing
November 20, 2017
Impact investing allows our foundation the opportunity to increase our financial capital while advancing social and environmental solutions.
Announcing Our First Branch Coordinators of the Month!
November 15, 2017
We are excited to announce our Sinapi Aba Branch Coordinators (BCs) for November: Godfred Abraham & Macleana Coleman!
Christ Kids Academy: Better Leadership and Management
October 17, 2017
I learned about the IDP Rising Schools Program (IDPRSP) in 2013 when a team from Sinapi Aba visited my school. Later, I received an invitation letter to participate in the IDPRSP/Sinapi Aba proprietor training. The IDPRSP training covered topics on financial literacy and school management, consisting of nine (9) weeks - each week covering one module.
IDP Foundation, Inc. Welcomes Desiree Acholla and Ciara McDonnell
October 14, 2017
We are pleased to announce the addition of two new members to IDP Foundation, Inc. - Desiree Acholla and Ciara McDonnell!
Priestland Educational Centre: Effective Accounting Records and Loan Management
October 09, 2017
The IDP Rising Schools Program training has been an eye-opener for me and miraculous for Priestland Educational Centre.
IDP Foundation Visits Harambe's Rome-coming
October 02, 2017
In September, IDP Foundation’s President and CEO Irene Pritzker, and Chief Operating Officer Alison Ehlke made their way to Rome, Italy for the fourth biennial Harambe Rome Forum.
We're Hiring! Program Associate, IDP Rising Schools Program
July 25, 2017
The Program Associate of the IDP Rising Schools Program is passionate about international education and finding sustainable solutions to complex problems.
IDP Foundation Partners with Harambe Entrepreneur Alliance
July 05, 2017
On April 8, 2017, the IDP Foundation’s Executive Director Allison Rohner and Project Manager Jenna O’Brien traveled to Harvard University to sign a two-year partnership agreement with the Harambe Entrepreneurs Alliance (HEA).
Top Social Enterprises to Watch in 2017
June 13, 2017
Chicago is a hub for many early-stage companies aimed at creating for-profit business solutions to social causes. At the IDP Foundation, we are proud investors in the Impact Engine Fund, which features some great innovative entrepreneurs. Here are a few spotlight companies that are doing some amazing work.