What happens when you merge cinematic storytelling with philanthropy — and strip away every trick that makes traditional filmmaking sensational? For Dan Mace, the creative force behind Beast Philanthropy, the answer is both simple and profound: you find a way to tell the truth and still move millions.

There is a quiet revolution underway in how we see neurodiversity — not as a limitation, but as a source of strength, creativity, and resilience. At the heart of this movement is The Neurodiversity Alliance, an organization with a bold ambition: to reshape educational experiences for neurodivergent students and create pathways for their success.

What if the solution to gender-based violence isn’t just safety—but wealth?

That’s the radical—and necessary—premise behind FreeFrom, the national organization founded by Sonya Passi. And through its social enterprise Gifted, FreeFrom is flipping the script: from survivors as recipients of charity to creators of value, owners of businesses, and builders of generational wealth.

FreeFrom isn’t about short-term band-aids. It’s about systemic change—economic, cultural, and structural. And at the heart of its model is a bold question: What if financial security was the long-term focus of survivor support?

What if foundations acted like film studios, and brands became co-creators of culture? That’s the bold vision behind Impact Lounge, a traveling creative hub founded by Heather Mason. By bringing filmmakers, nonprofits, and corporations together around powerful, purpose-driven stories, the Lounge is proving that narrative—not guilt or shame—is the true engine of social change.

It started with a single blue box—packed by hand, left on a library shelf, and filled with something rare: real, human hope. Created by Ali Borowsky as part of her own healing journey, the first Find Your Anchor box has grown into a global movement—over 100,000 boxes shared in 40+ countries, offering real, human support to people in crisis. From classrooms to stadiums, one woman’s small act of care is quietly saving lives.

What if the points you scored in a game didn’t just stay on-screen—but made the world a little better?

That’s the radical vision behind World Reborn, the flagship title from Wicked Saints Studios, a Black- and female-led gaming startup reimagining what it means to “level up.” Co-founded by Emmy Award-winning storyteller and former peacebuilder Jessica Murrey, the company sits at the intersection of narrative design, behavioral science, and social impact—with the bold idea that games can make you stronger in real life.

What if your front yard could grow food for your whole block? In South LA, Jamiah Hargins is doing just that—turning lawns into microfarms that feed neighbors, capture rainwater, and create green jobs. His work with Crop Swap LA is a powerful reminder that climate solutions can start just outside your door.

This World Oceans Day, SailGP—the high-speed, close-to-shore international sailing championship where national teams race identical F50 catamarans at iconic venues around the world—is having a zeitgeist moment.

Hollywood icons Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds just announced they’re becoming co-owners of the Australian team (now rebranded as the BONDS Flying Roos SailGP Team), while Anne Hathaway joined a consortium of investors acquiring Red Bull Italy. With star power firmly aboard, SailGP is fast becoming the Formula 1 of the ocean.

But behind the glitz and glamor lies something even more revolutionary—a social impact approach that could totally redefine how sport can be harnessed to create positive change.

Greater Purpose is redefining how Canadian businesses think about success by putting social impact at the heart of their strategy. Led by founder Brad Offman, this membership community is designed to bring together companies of all sizes—whether they’re just beginning their journey or already leading the charge—to connect, learn, and collaborate around purpose. At a time when purpose and profit are increasingly intertwined, Greater Purpose offers a place for leaders to build relationships, share insights, and shape a future where business can truly be a force for good.

What if we thought about mental health the way we think about physical fitness? Not just as the absence of illness, but as a proactive, daily practice—a skillset that can be cultivated. Dr. Susan Swick is leading this charge with Ohana, a groundbreaking initiative in Monterey County, California, aimed at revolutionizing youth mental health through prevention, early intervention, and community education.

At the Elevate Prize Foundation’s Make Good Famous Summit, the Sesame Workshop, was honored with the Elevate Prize Catalyst Award — a prize previously given to changemakers like Malala Yousafzai, Dwyane Wade, Matt Damon, and George and Amal Clooney. The award includes $250,000 in unrestricted funding and is given to cultural icons using their influence to inspire global social action.

A startup once known for turning carbon dioxide into vodka has just pulled off something truly revolutionary.

In partnership with the U.S. Department of Defense, AIR COMPANY — now rebranded as AIRCO™ — has successfully tested its proprietary synthetic fuel across land, sea, and air military platforms. This milestone is more than a technological breakthrough. It’s a bold reimagining of how we power national defense, tackle climate change, and bring energy security into the 21st century.

The creative industry often talks about inclusion. But Jai Al-Attas and Creative Futures Collective are on a mission to open the gates of the creative economy to young people from historically excluded communities — those who may not have the networks, credentials, or resources to break in, but have all the talent.

At 20, Francois Reihani opened a hit restaurant in Dallas—and quickly realized that success without purpose felt hollow. That moment led to the creation of La La Land Kind Cafe, where coffee is just the beginning.

Today, the cafe and its nonprofit foundation offer paid internships, mentorship, and life skills training to foster youth aging out of the system—helping them build confidence, community, and a future.

In a cultural moment saturated with content but starved for meaning, the Elevate Prize Foundation is carving out a bold new role for storytelling in the fight for social change. Led by CEO Carolina Jayaram and Head of Studio and Creative Partnerships Eva Bloomfield, the organization has launched a new creative studio aimed at amplifying the voices of changemakers through powerful, accessible content—and shifting culture along the way.

B Corp Paccari ( which means "nature" or "dawn" in the native Quechua language), is not your average chocolate company. It’s a manifesto, a movement, and a meditation on what it means to do business in a way that respects people and the planet.