Jasmine Social Investments

Jasmine Social Investments is an Auckland, New Zealand-based private foundation identifying and funding high-performing social ventures addressing basic needs for people living in poverty. Operating a venture philanthropy model, it provides capital, assistance, and access to skills and networks to help social entrepreneurs scale their impact in the poorest geographies. Established with capital from the 2006 sale of Trade Me, the foundation currently employs 8 individuals. CEO Nina Gené leads its investment strategy and diligence process, guiding the identification and support of next-generation social entrepreneurs. It aims to build a portfolio of effective, sustainable, and well-governed organizations for other philanthropists. It was founded at the end of 2006 by Sam Morgan and his family. Reported scale details include 8 employees, foundation established with capital from Trade Me sale proceeds, operating for more than 15 years as of the source materials.