🌍 Making the Case: Why Funders Should Invest in Food Systems
If you had to convince a major funder to prioritize food systems as a top investment area, what would your key argument be?
Littlefoot Ventures and the Global Philanthropy Forum explored this question in the webinar "Securing the Table: Tackling Risk in Food Systems through Collaborative Philanthropy." Led by food systems expert Eva Goulbourne, the conversation underscored why food systems are one of the most strategic, high-impact areas for philanthropic investment.
Here’s what the group had to say:
💬 “Food systems are at a tipping point, creating both a challenge and an opportunity. About 34% of global greenhouse gas emissions come from our food system, and food-related emissions are projected to rise by 50% over the next 25 years. This is something that needs to be addressed.” - Eva Goulbourne, Founder & CEO, Littlefoot Ventures
💬 "There is no getting to climate outcomes without addressing the challenges in the food system, no getting to nutrition outcomes without transforming the food system, no economic growth for many countries and communities without a transformed food system. " — Shalini Unnikrishnan, Managing Director & Partner, Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
💬 "Food systems are complex, but what makes them tricky also creates immense opportunities for systems change. Interventions can spark positive feedback loops and virtuous cycles—benefiting farmer incomes, yields, and the planet all at the same time." — James Mwangi, Founder & CEO, Africa Climate Ventures
💬 "Food systems are deeply personal and directly tied to global security and stability. Investing in resilience is investing in peace." — Sarah Howard, Managing Director, Global Philanthropy Forum
💬 "We already know everything we need to do right now. The challenge isn’t finding new solutions—it’s mobilizing action. People are underestimating the urgency to act." — Tania Strauss, Head of Food & Water, World Economic Forum
This isn’t just about food—it’s about climate, nutrition, economic growth, and global stability. Funders have a unique opportunity to drive transformational change.
If you missed it, you can view the full webinar recording: https://lnkd.in/eX4qBwF4
And this conversation doesn’t stop here—join us as we continue exploring these critical themes at the Global Philanthropy Forum in San Francisco this March.
What’s your case for prioritizing food systems? Let’s keep the conversation going. 🌍✨
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