What They’re Saying About Us

  • "The Kellogg School Center for Nonprofit Management has partnered with SVP Chicago in a number of ways over the years and has consistently observed their thoughtful approach to philanthropy, deep community engagement, and innovative programming. As a sponsor of the Fast Pitch competition, we’ve had the opportunity to see how SVP supports community-based organizations through coaching, funding and visibility, helping them build capacity and strengthen their impact. We also appreciated the contributions of SVP Chicago's Executive Director Evelyn Fitzgerald and SVP Partner Cindy Paulauskas to our Nonprofit Board Essentials video series. Their perspectives on the role of board members in community-based organizations added valuable insights for viewers across the country. We recognize SVP Chicago’s efforts to amplify the work of organizations on Chicago’s south and west sides and commend their ongoing investment in local leadership."

    —Liz Livingston Howard MBA Executive Director, Center for Nonprofit Management Clinical Professor of Management Kellogg School of Management Northwestern University

  • "SVP’s approach fundamentally shaped how I think about engaging people in philanthropy. Their model showed me that if you remove friction, provide clear on-ramps, and create simple, meaningful entry points, people will step up. That framework directly influenced how I introduce founders at Lofty Ventures to Chicago nonprofits in ways that are lightweight, accessible, and impactful. SVP didn’t just expand my knowledge: it helped me reimagine how to activate new philanthropists and create pathways for founders to support Chicago’s nonprofit ecosystem.

    — Christopher Deutsch, Founder, Lofty Ventures and SVP Chicago Partner alum

  • "SVP Chicago never ceases to amaze me with the level of investment and support they provide to founders! This was an important and valuable training series and Karrie Miner did a phenomenal job of making sure we were all clear on how to take our fundraising to the next level. Thank you for the investment of your time and talent! I look forward to see the outcome for all the orgs that participated, including The Gray Matter Experience!"

    — Britney Robbins, CEO & Founder , The Gray Matter Experience

Media

Darryl Dennard, V103 "Chicago Speaks," interview with Ev Fitzgerald
Rewriting the Script on Philanthropy
Investing in Trust: Social Venture Partners' Unique Approach to Philanthropy

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