Publications
Publications
- December 2005 (Revised August 2007)
- HBS Case Collection
NewSchools Venture Fund in 2004: At a Crossroads
By: Stacey M. Childress and Caroline Joan King
Abstract
Founded as one of the first venture philanthropy organizations in the United States in 1998, NewSchools Venture Fund brought new investors and new ideas to public education reform. By 2004, the organization and its founder were reassessing their model and their role in creating social value. Explores the strategic options available to them as they move from start-up to sustainability.
Keywords
Business Model; Education; Social Entrepreneurship; Philanthropy and Charitable Giving; Growth and Development Strategy; Corporate Social Responsibility and Impact; United States
Citation
Childress, Stacey M., and Caroline Joan King. "NewSchools Venture Fund in 2004: At a Crossroads." Harvard Business School Case 806-051, December 2005. (Revised August 2007.)