In the world of finance, risks are usually seen as something to avoid at all cost. But this leaves early-stage innovations chronically underfunded, even when global need is urgent. Could rethinking risk help philanthropy close this gap and serve as a critical enabler for building infrastructure?

Recorded at the sixth Philanthropy Asia Summit in Singapore, this episode examines how patient, catalytic funding can de-risk promising ventures, bridge the “valley of death” between grants and commercial viability, and ultimately empower communities to create sustainable, local solutions.

Host Rob Sachs speaks with Centre for Asian Philanthropy and Society CEO Ruth Shapiro, Rockefeller Foundation Senior Vice President Deepali Khanna, Centre for Impact Investing and Practices CEO Dawn Chan, and Institute of Finance and Sustainability President Ma Jun. 

Asian Innovation for Global Good is a podcast from Philanthropy Asia Alliance, produced by FP Studios.