Don Gips

There are so many good people doing good things—which is why the @SkollFoundation invests in, champions, & connects social innovators who are already changing their communities. Hear more from our founder @Jeffskoll in the @GatesFoundation's Annual Letter: skoll.wf/3SxMAgb

#SkollGrantee | On #climateaction, “There can be no global solutions without African leadership & innovation,” writes @OneCampaign’s Bono & @LHSummers. “The #climatecrisis unaddressed will become development in reverse.” Read more via @PostOpinions. skoll.wf/44XmkPd

All of us at the @SkollFoundation are devasted by the loss of our treasured friend & brilliant colleague Jess Search. She brought laughter, joy & deep insights to everyone she touched. Jess will inspire us forever. This brief video reminds us of all she brought to Skoll.

I'm happy to announce that @GayleSmith & Dr. Shashi Buluswar have joined our Board. Gayle is a leading expert on international development & health security. Shashi is a scientist & #socent with expertise in energy, food & water security, & global health. skoll.wf/3Pd9iaj

.@SkollFoundation partner @RippleworksOrg wrote a piece to raise awareness of social ventures' challenges when funding talent development. See how they look to challenge the status quo with a new program offering targeted grants for employee development. skoll.wf/3Hd11AT

Congratulations to my friend and former colleague Desirée Cormier Smith on being appointed Special Representative for Racial Equity and Justice at the @StateDept. This is a tremendous milestone for our country and for the world. state.gov/appointment-of…

We are hiring here @SkollFoundation - Please share widely and interested leaders please apply! skoll.org/job/sr-directo…

I’m thrilled to announce that my former colleague and good friend @AsInHey will be the new CEO of @VolunteerMatch. Best wishes to you, Jude, in your new role! We miss you at the Skoll Foundation.

So thrilled to welcome @commonfutureco @FinancingAllian @mapbiomas @ndncollective @NooraHealth @_nossas to our #SkollAwardee community! Facing global challenges, these social innovators have never had a bigger role to play & have never needed more support skoll.org/2022awards

While my dear friend, former boss, and mentor, Secretary Madeline Albright is no longer with us, I find tremendous inspiration from her posthumous op-ed that appeared in the Washington Post: washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/…

Congratulations to my colleague @laspindle on her appointment as President of the Samueli Family Philanthropies. I look forward to continuing to work with her as a member of the @SkollFoundation Board of Directors, as well as in her new role: samueli.org/new-president-…

I am deeply saddened today by the loss of my friend and former boss @Madeleine: skoll.wf/3ug8OWI While she was small in stature, she stood on the world stage as a colossus for the dignity of all people. skoll.wf/36GFf8K

The devastation in Ukraine has revealed a new era of immense global uncertainty. The role of social innovators in shaping our shared future is more essential than ever. Our @SkollFoundation 2021 Annual Letter highlights these inspiring bridge builders: skoll.wf/3IiyqY4

I am deeply saddened by the loss of @PIH cofounder Dr. Paul Farmer. Paul was a tireless advocate and teacher in global health who made equal access to health care his life’s mission. His legacy endures through the life-saving work of Partners in Health. npr.org/sections/goats…

I'm pleased to announce Alice Rhee as our Chief Communications and Partnerships Officer. Bringing her journalism, philanthropy, partnerships, and social impact storytelling skills to this new role is exciting and will benefit our community of social innovators.

I am saddened by the news of the passing of Archbishop Desmond #Tutu. Arch was a happy warrior who fought against injustice in all forms and will be sorely missed. He would encourage us to keep his light shining by committing to joyously fighting for a fairer & more just society.

I’m saddened by the loss of friend and colleague Diane Weyermann. Diane leaves an amazing legacy and impact from her work at @participant and @sundanceorg and her belief that a good story, well told, can change the world. participant.com/2021/10/diane-…

The @skollfoundation is continues its commitment to advancing climate solutions by joining a global coalition of funders supporting the Global Methane Pledge. Learn how our network is amplifying solutions to reduce methane emissions: skoll.org/2021/10/11/sko…

Congratulations to @mariaressa, @rapplerdotcom cofounder, for receiving the 2021 @NobelPrize for Peace. This year at the @SkollFoundation #SkollWF, Maria spoke of the fight for truth, facts & independent media in order to protect our communities: bit.ly/3aldqRR

Wishing Archbishop Desmond Tutu a happy 90th birthday today. The @skollfoundation and I are grateful for his courageous leadership in establishing a culture of peace and interconnectedness through @desmondtutupf and @TheElders.