Indexing the Impact Economy
A nonprofit directory and media platform for impact companies, funders, and founders.
Find the companies, funds, and accelerators building a better economy across climate, food, health, education, and finance.
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- PodcastHow Gross Labs Is Building a New Model for Culture, Capital, and Impact
- PodcastThe Rockefeller Foundation's Case for AI as a Force for Good
- BlogTurnout Raises $35M to Build an AI Advocate for Every American
- BlogCampground Raises $2.2M to Modernize Social Impact Program Operations
- BlogNew Report: AI Is Creating More Tech Jobs in Europe Than It's Eliminating
- Blog Clear Robotics Raises $1.75M to Protect Waterways With Zero-Emission Autonomous Vessels
- BlogTriomics Raises $22 Million to Help Cancer Centers Actually Use the Patient Data They Already Have
- BlogWeRoad Raises $58 Million to Bring Group Travel and Real Human Connection to the United States
- PodcastHow Nest Is Building the Business Infrastructure the Global Artisan Economy Never Had
- BlogHumanity AI Awards $18M to Shape AI for the Public Good
- BlogSpiro Raises $50M to Scale Africa's Largest Battery Swap Network
- PodcastInside Citi's $500M Impact Fund Investing in Underserved Communities
- PodcastHow Gross Labs Is Building a New Model for Culture, Capital, and Impact
- PodcastThe Rockefeller Foundation's Case for AI as a Force for Good
- BlogTurnout Raises $35M to Build an AI Advocate for Every American
- BlogCampground Raises $2.2M to Modernize Social Impact Program Operations
- BlogNew Report: AI Is Creating More Tech Jobs in Europe Than It's Eliminating
- Blog Clear Robotics Raises $1.75M to Protect Waterways With Zero-Emission Autonomous Vessels
- BlogTriomics Raises $22 Million to Help Cancer Centers Actually Use the Patient Data They Already Have
- BlogWeRoad Raises $58 Million to Bring Group Travel and Real Human Connection to the United States
- PodcastHow Nest Is Building the Business Infrastructure the Global Artisan Economy Never Had
- BlogHumanity AI Awards $18M to Shape AI for the Public Good
- BlogSpiro Raises $50M to Scale Africa's Largest Battery Swap Network
- PodcastInside Citi's $500M Impact Fund Investing in Underserved Communities
Spindrift
Music Company specializes in contemporary classical music composed by American composer Pamela J.
Arts, Culture & MediaUnited States
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Help build the infrastructure of the impact economy.Poppi
Modern soda with 5g sugar, prebiotics, and ingredients you can love.
EducationSocial Enterprise
Olipop
A new kind of soda made with plant fiber and prebiotics.
Health & WellnessSustainable Food & Agriculture
Numi Teas
Premium organic and fair trade teas with unique blends and compostable wrappers.
Sustainable Food & Agriculture
GoodBelly
Health-focused company that produces probiotic-infused beverages and supplements designed to support gut.
Health & WellnessSustainable Food & Agriculture
Lakewood Organic
Pure organic and biodynamic fruit juices in glass bottles with no preservatives or added sugars.
Sustainable Food & Agriculture
Rebbl
Functional beverage company that creates super herb-powered elixirs and protein drinks.
Social EnterpriseSustainable Food & Agriculture
Xero Shoes
Barefoot and minimalist footwear designed to provide the natural feeling of being barefoot while offering.
Community DevelopmentHealth & WellnessResponsible Fashion
Softstar Shoes
Handcrafted barefoot shoes made in the USA for natural movement.
Responsible FashionUnited States
Girlfriend Collective
Ethically Made Activewear.
Responsible Fashion
Depop
Global marketplace platform that enables users to buy, sell, and discover unique fashion items.
Circular EconomyResponsible Fashion
ThredUp
Online consignment and thrift store for buying and selling high-quality secondhand clothing.
Circular EconomyResponsible Fashion
Dearborn Denim
American-made denim designed for everyday wear.
Responsible FashionIllinois, United States
Boyish Jeans
Vintage-inspired denim designed with sustainability in mind.
Responsible FashionCalifornia, United States
Nudie Jeans
Create Tomorrow's Vintage.
Responsible FashionSweden
United By Blue
Sustainably-made clothing and tools for a plastic-free life.
Environment & ConservationResponsible Fashion
Recent Case Studies
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Business Case Study: Allbirds
This case study explores Allbirds’ rise as a sustainable footwear pioneer, its challenges after rapid growth, and its renewed focus on innovation with the 2025 Remix Collection, which transforms manufacturing waste into new, high-performance shoes.
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Business Case Study: Chobani Yogurt Company
From Greek yogurt pioneer to purpose-driven food company, Chobani’s journey highlights growth, innovation, and impact through employee ownership and community initiatives.
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Business Case Study: Dr. Bronner’s
Dr. Bronner’s has grown from a small family soapmaker into a top natural personal care brand by staying committed to organic sourcing, fair trade, and a clear social mission. This case study examines how the company scaled while holding firm to its values.
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How Gross Labs Is Building a New Model for Culture, Capital, and Impact
Through Gross Labs and Gross Labs Foundation, entrepreneur and investor Nick Gross is building an integrated platform that combines venture investing, business creation, cultural relevance, and philanthropy.
Jul 2, 2026
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The Rockefeller Foundation's Case for AI as a Force for Good
Artificial intelligence is often viewed through the lens of risk and disruption. In this conversation, Andrew Sweet of The Rockefeller Foundation explains how AI is already helping farmers, students, governments, and communities solve real-world challenges around the globe.
Jun 23, 2026
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How Nest Is Building the Business Infrastructure the Global Artisan Economy Never Had
Nest founder Rebecca Van Bergen has spent 20 years building what microfinance alone never could: holistic business support for artisan entrepreneurs. From refugee accelerators to placing African-made goods at Target, here is how the model works and what comes next.
May 28, 2026
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