Today’s global issues require a new approach to problem solving. The Global Echo Foundation, is a 501©(3) charitable foundation co-founded by Philippe Cousteau Jr., to provide funding solutions to many of the challenges facing the world community from social issues impacting women and children to environmental conservation. The Foundation will also focus on supporting micro enterprise.
The Global Echo Foundation will be funded through a portion of the AdvisorShares Global Echo Exchange Traded Fund (NYSE: GIVE), which will bring the first multi-manager ETF with an absolute return and sustainable investment mandate to advisors and their clients.
The GlobalECHO Foundation provides a novel approach to funding solutions for many of the challenges facing the global community.
The Global Echo Foundation is sponsored by AdvisorShares Investments, LLC.
Innovation. Transparency. Diversification.
AdvisorShares Investments, LLC, a global investment firm specializing in the active management of
exchange traded funds, supports the Foundation by contributing a portion of its fee from the (GIVE)
Global Echo ETF.
The GIVE ETF is a broadly diversified actively managed ETF with a focus on Sustainable
and Impact investment opportunities. More information about AdvisorShares and the GIVE ETF can be found here or by calling 1.877.THE.ETF1.
In 2012, the GlobalECHO Foundation committed to providing financial resources that will help the Panzi Hospital in the Democratic Republic of Congo transition from a reliance on expensive diesel fuel and an undependable grid to clean, sustainable, and renewable energy.
GlobalECHO Foundation's blended approach to investing and philanthropy leverages the power of Wall Street to do good.
The GlobalECHO Foundation and the renowned Panzi Hospital and Foundations announced the installation of a dynamic solar powered, battery-based electric system for the hospital laboratory as the first phase of a project that will bring sustainable and reliable energy resources to the entire hospital.
Encouraging environmental sustainability globally – Many regional and local communities are exploring viable long-term solutions to pressing issues impacting the health and well-being of people and the planet. In many cases adequate funding is the biggest obstacle to success.
Supporting entrepreneurship - Innovation is an essential element in building a brighter future. Helping support and create a system that encourages entrepreneurial enterprises can help accelerate positive change.
Investing in the lives of women and children – In developing nations around the world, the health and well-being of local communities and economies often depends on the efforts of women and mothers. By investing in programs that support employment opportunities and health initiatives for women, family and community health can be dramatically strengthened and improved.