Our peer-learning network encourages and supports higher education institutions to adopt investment strategies that create an equitable, low-carbon, and regenerative economy.

The Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) connects endowments, asset managers, investment consultants, nonprofit partners, and individuals.

Join our community of over 200 active members to connect with peers, stay up to date on the latest best practices, develop partnerships, and advance the field of mission-aligned, sustainable investing.

 

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IEN focuses on addressing inequality and the climate crisis recognizing their systemic and existential threats to a thriving society.

Our interactive Roadmap for Intentionally Designed Endowments guides endowed institutions and their service providers to advance mission-aligned, sustainable investing.

 

We support endowed institutions to address these issues by mobilizing capital through:

Intentional Endowments

Sustainable Retirements

The Next Generation

 

 

IEN is committed to making justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) part of the culture and the strength of our organization and work.

Our programming goals include dismantling racism and supporting the careers and professional development of traditionally marginalized or underrepresented groups to help create a more equitable and just society, aligning with the mission of the organization. Read our full JEDI Statement on the Commitment to JEDI page.   

Endowments have a unique opportunity where doing the right thing for the climate – reducing their exposure to stranded carbon asset risk, and investing solutions – is also the smart thing for their investment portfolios.

– Bob Litterman

Chair, Risk Committee
Kepos Capital LP

Events & Webinars

2025 IEN Fall Forum

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2025 IEN Virtual Spring Forum

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2025 Higher Education Climate Leadership Summit

The Mayflower Hotel, 1127 Connecticut Ave NW, US

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Washington Oregon Cascadia Higher Education Sustainability Conference (WOHESC)

Portland Community College Sylvania campus in Portland, OR

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Past IEN Events

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Emerging Managers Summit

Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead, Atlanta, GA

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Reuters Events - Sustainability USA 2024

New York

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AASHE 2024 Conference & Expo

Anaheim Marriott in Anaheim, CA

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Past IEN Webinars

We maintain an archive of over 80 past IEN webinars, available to IEN members here.


Blog

The SK2 Fund Receives a Gold Rating Through the Intention...

The Colorado-based foundation achieved Gold rating through sustainable and impact investing assessment framework, developed by the Intentional Endowments Network.

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A Night to Remember: Highlights from IEN’s 10th Anniversa...

On November 14, the Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) gathered over 180 supporters, friends, and partners for an unforgettable evening at Boston’s Museum of Science. The event marked a dual celebration: IEN’s 10-year anniversary and the celebration of IEN’s co-founder Tony Cortese's remarkable career.

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Celebrating a Decade of Impact - Where Do We Go From Here?

On November 14th, we will celebrate a decade of impact at the Museum of Science in Boston - we hope that you can join us.  As the Intentional Endowments Network (IEN) marks its 10-year anniversary, we reflect on a decade of transformative change in the finance and sustainable investing industries. From humble beginnings to a thriving community of over 250+ institutions, IEN has been at the forefront of the movement towards a more responsible, equitable, and environmentally conscious investment landscape. Our journey has been marked by significant milestones, collaboration, and a deep commitment to creating a better future for all.

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