SVP New York City & The Nonprofit Collective Foundation
How They’re Connected, and What’s Different
Better Together
The Nonprofit Collective Foundation (NCF) has officially joined Social Venture Partners as an affiliate, forming (SVP New York City) or (SVP NYC).
Think of it like this:
NCF + SVP = SVP New York City
Together, NCF and SVP NYC combine national reach with local focus to strengthen grassroots nonprofits through unrestricted funding, education, and hands-on support.
✔ SVP NYC supports grassroots organizations in New York City the five boroughs.
✔ NCF supports grassroots organizations across the entire United States.
✔ NCF is doing business as SVP New York City to simplify the hierarchy.
At a Glance: SVP NYC vs. NCF
| SVP New York City (SVP NYC) | Nonprofit Collective Foundation (NCF) | |
|---|---|---|
| Geographic Focus | Only supports nonprofits serving the five boroughs of New York City | Supports grassroots nonprofits across the U.S. |
| What It Is | The New York City affiliate of Social Venture Partners, part of a global network of engaged donors and partners | A national foundation providing funding, education, and operational resources to grassroots nonprofits |
| Primary Role | Mobilizes collective giving and local partners to fund and support NYC grassroots organizations | Powers national programs, grants, and capacity-building resources for nonprofits across the country |
| Funding Scope | Philanthropic dollars designated to SVP NYC stay in New York City nonprofits | Funding can support nonprofits anywhere in the U.S. |
| Programs & Events | NYC, focused engagement, collaborations, and launch celebrations like “Transformational Together: SVP NYC” | National events such as the Nonprofit Fundraising Summits and Bootcamps |
| Who Benefits | Grassroots organizations serving NY - 5 boroughs. | Grassroots organizations across diverse communities nationwide |
| Relationship | Local affiliate under the SVPI a global network | Foundation with a national impact |
This structure lets you choose how you want your impact to flow, local (NYC) or national (U.S.), while still fueling the same mission: helping grassroots nonprofits grow stronger, more sustainable, and more impactful.
