Social Venture Partners Calgary

For more than twenty years Social Venture Partners (SVP) Calgary has represented an innovative way to engage citizens and address community challenges. Connected to an international network of SVP affiliates, we are a bridge – a network that helps professional and entrepreneurial Calgarians learn about and contribute to initiatives that strengthen our community.

Since 2000, hundreds of SVP Calgary Partners have improved our community through their work. Equally important, the SVP Partner experience is one of the most engaging opportunities for personal, professional, and leadership development in our community. Partners benefit from:
• Hands-on experience that prepares them for nonprofit board positions and other leadership roles
• Unique learning about the social sector applied through project work alongside vetted social impact organizations
• Higher levels of engagement in the community, with opportunities to learn about key issues and apply professional skills and interests on real community initiatives
• Participation in a collective giving (“Engaged Philanthropy”) approach to support community initiatives – taking an active role as a donor and volunteer to experience the direct impact of contributions
• Project management experience and connection to other engaged community members

SVP Calgary 2025 is our vision for a more connected Calgary, a city with high levels of social sector awareness and engagement, supported by our strong and growing Partner network and community connections.