Deploying DAF Capital for Impact and Return

​Did you know that your DAF can make philanthropic investments into startups?

​This discussion will explore how sponsors and donors can unlock DAFs as powerful engines for innovation, moving beyond traditional grants to deploy catalytic funding into ventures accelerating frontier science + climate solutions.

​We'll unpack:

• ​Why DAFs are uniquely positioned to invest in innovation and how you can help founders survive "The Valley of Death"

• ​How you can structure investments into startups through a DAF

• ​Real world success stories of deep tech + climate startups funded by DAFs

• ​How to connect with startups seeking DAF capital right now

​This 45-minute panel will be followed by 15 minutes of breakout Q&A, with different rooms led by panelists and other relevant stakeholders.

​Speakers include:

• ​Jennifer Kan, PhD — General Partner of Juniper VC (moderator)

• ​Frances Robinson — Director of Philanthropy at The Engine

• ​Danielle Capalino — Co-founder of Neta

• ​Jennifer Trivelli — Senior Director of Communication and Marketing at Mission Investors Exchange

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