Good Ventures

What is Good Ventures?

Good Ventures is a philanthropic foundation established in 2011, based in Mountain View, California, with a mission to help humanity thrive. It operates as a public charity and a supporting organization of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF).

The foundation is structured as three separate corporations, each dedicated to making grants and/or investments that align with their initiative.

They manage their assets through a board of directors to ensure alignment with the foundation's goals. Good Ventures invests in a variety of sectors, including software (Web Marketplace SaaS, etc.), and robotics.

Their grantmaking approach focuses on supporting high-impact initiatives, such as Global Health Evidence Action: Deworm the World, which aims to prevent intestinal worms in high-infection areas, and they also focus on farmed animal welfare. In addition, Good Ventures supports efforts towards lead exposure reduction, biosecurity fellowships, snakebite therapies, and a coordination center focused on hepatitis B in low- and middle-income countries.

Through their partnership with Open Philanthropy, they seek out outstanding giving opportunities to maximize impact.

The co-founders are motivated by a vision where every person's needs are met, and everyone is empowered to contribute to the collective good. The Grants Database and Other Investments sections of their website highlight the diverse areas of their philanthropic engagement, demonstrating a commitment to both direct grantmaking and strategic investments to catalyze change across various sectors and global issues. Their website emphasizes transparency and engagement, inviting visitors to learn about their mission, approach, and the results of their efforts through the Blog: Give & Learn, showcasing a dedication to continuous learning and sharing of insights gained through their work.