Foundation & Vision

​The Power of Impact Investing

When approached thoughtfully and strategically, the right investments can provide valuable financial benefits while also having a powerful, constructive effect on the world around us. “Impact investing” involves intentionally making investments that generate positive, measurable results in society, in addition to a financial return.

The impact investments made by our parent foundation, the Suzanne & Walter Scott Foundation, focus on developing community spaces, investing in the next generation of leaders, and empowering youth through higher education.

Inspired by the vision of Walter Scott Jr., our impact-investing model involves utilizing returns, generated by investments in and by the Scott Data and Technology Center campus, to replenish funds that are then distributed by the Scott Foundation to key charitable areas.