This week, the NYC Venture Philanthropy Fund announced three finalists to receive funding in 2009. Out of 21 applications, Global Potential is currently in third place. The winner will be determined by the Fund’s members in November.

Venture Philanthropy Fund describes themselves as “a giving circle of individuals who invest in social entrepreneurs focused on tackling persistent social and economic problems in New York City. We seek to harness the vitality, ingenuity and incomparable resources of NYC for the benefit of all of its residents by raising awareness of critical issues, growing and educating a highly diverse membership about the power of collective giving, and by joining forces with thought leaders, activists and like-minded organizations.”

It seems Global Potential has met these impressive goals and is now in the running to receive much deserved and needed funding for 2009 to continue their path to changing the world! For more information on VPF, visit www.nycvpf.org.