An introduction for health systems, prepared by Healthcare Anchor Network and Avivar Capital When health systems sign Healthcare Anchor Network’s (HAN) Place-based Investing (PBI) Commitment, they commit to redirecting a portion of their long-term investable assets toward geographically-focused impact investments, aimed at improving local conditions that affect community health. Place-based investing supports stronger, more resilient […]
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Place-Based Investments in Action: How Healthcare Anchor Network Members are Helping Build Healthier Communities
The Healthcare Anchor Network defines place-based investing (PBI) as an impact investing approach that generates positive social and economic impacts in historically disinvested communities and geographies, while achieving a modest financial return, or at least preserving the principal of the investment. Place-based investments address financing gaps in the marketplace by providing affordable and flexible capital […]
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Overview of place-based investing with case studies, key strategies, and tips for getting started.
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Overview on impact purchasing with case studies, key strategies, and tips for getting started.
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Overview on Impact Workforce with case studies, key strategies, and tips for getting started.
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This document, created by the Aligning to Advance Policy Initiative Group of the Healthcare Anchor Network, outlines the foundational elements of a policy agenda to create equitable, engaged, connected and economically strong communities.
Continue ReadingSocial and Economic Determinants of Health: The Evidence is Clear
Summary of research that connects economic inclusion with improving health outcomes.
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