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Gerhart Thoughts Research Reports

Empowering Impact, Advancing Knowledge: Actionable insights from global leaders in philanthropy, finance, and social business

The Gerhart Thoughts Initiative, hosted by the John D. Gerhart Center for Philanthropy, Civic Engagement, and Responsible Business at Onsi Sawiris School of Business, transforms the insights from its global webinar series into research-based thematic volumes.

Launched during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Gerhart Talks Webinar Series convenes global thought leaders in philanthropy, innovative finance, responsible business, and civil society to explore emerging trends in the social impact ecosystem.

Through these publications, the initiative captures essential ideas and analyses, making them accessible to students, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers interested in advancing social impact knowledge.

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Featured Research

The Promise of Patient Capital: Understanding Acumen’s Impact Investing Approach

This research examines Acumen’s innovative model of patient capital and its role in creating dignified, resilient livelihoods in under served communities.

Citation:
Gerhart Center for Philanthropy. (2025). The Promise of Patient Capital: Understanding Acumen’s Impact Investing Approach in Gerhart Thoughts Research Briefs (Vol. 1: Creative Finance for Social Impact).
 

Contact Us

For more information or collaboration inquiries, please contact:
Kareman Shoair
Senior Research Manager, Gerhart Center
Email: [email protected]