Congratulations to the Chicago Booth class of 2026! The team at the Rustandy Center has enjoyed watching their journeys over the past few years, and we are excited to see what they go on to achieve. Join us in celebrating the graduates and this significant milestone.

Congratulations to our 2026 John Edwardson, ’72, Social New Venture Challenge winners! This year, Lighthouse Solutions took first place and received $200,000 in total funding. #EdwardsonSNVC

The 16th John Edwardson, ’72, Social New Ventures Challenge Finals are live! Watch the teams’ pitches live >> ms.spr.ly/6018vk8J6 Hosted by the Rustandy Center, the Edwardson SNVC has supported more than 250 mission-driven ventures who have raised more than $305 million.

Which student-led social impact ventures will win over $400,000 in startup capital? Join us in person or online tomorrow, May 27, for the 16th annual John Edwardson '72, Social New Venture Challenge Finals. Register today >> ms.spr.ly/6016vVT1q

11 student-led ventures are competing for the 16th annual John Edwardson, ’72, Social New Venture Challenge Audience Choice Award. Who will you vote for? 🚀 Watch the startup pitches and cast your vote. Voting closes on May 27, 1 p.m. CT. >> ms.spr.ly/6011vnJ1T

We are excited to announce the finalists of the 2026 John Edwardson, ’72 Social New Venture Challenge. The seven teams will pitch their social ventures to a panel of distinguished judges and compete for $400,000 in prize money on Wednesday, May 27. Read: ms.spr.ly/6017vpsPz

Help us get to #SOCAP26! Please vote for our session proposal featuring the Impact-First Investing Tool, developed by the Rustandy Center at @ChicagoBooth and the Social Finance Institute. Vote by April 26: ms.spr.ly/6014vB72g

#UChicagoGivingDay is here! Right now, you can help us unlock more than $100,000 in challenge funds before noon CT on April 1. Will you consider supporting #socialimpact at the Rustandy Center to unlock funding for research and programs? Give today: ms.spr.ly/6015QtHEc.

On March 31, you’re invited to participate in #UChicagoGivingDay, a 24-hour generosity initiative encouraging our community to give back. Will you support #socialimpact at the Rustandy Center to unlock funding for research and programs? Give today >> ms.spr.ly/6018QWA66

We are thrilled to announce that 20 mission-driven University of Chicago teams have advanced to Phase II of the 2026 John Edwardson, ’72, Social New Venture Challenge (Edwardson SNVC). Learn more about the student-led social ventures >> ms.spr.ly/6014QRpkG

The 2024-25 academic year was another year of success, growth, connection, and impact. Here are some of our favorite moments from our Year in Review. We are excited to share the highlights of another impactful year at the Rustandy Center. Thank you for your continued support!