Impact Investing

SOCAP25: Scaling the Economy of Impact

FYP SF Staff

30 Sep 2025 — 1 min read

Photo: SOCAP25 Instagram

From October 27–29, 2025, San Francisco will once again become the capital of the global impact economy. SOCAP25 gathers thousands of changemakers—investors, entrepreneurs, foundations, and policymakers—to scale social and environmental impact.

Why It Matters

SOCAP is more than a conference. It’s where global capital markets, local Bay Area innovation, and community-driven solutions intersect. For nearly two decades, SOCAP has served as the hub where the impact economy takes root and grows.

What to Expect

Three days of panels, workshops, and networking with an incredible speaker lineup
Opportunities to connect across silos: philanthropy, venture, public sector, and grassroots innovators
Discounted tickets for nonprofits and grassroots changemakers
On-demand access to sessions and curated networking tools

Community Impact

SOCAP doesn’t just talk about impact—it builds the infrastructure for it. By convening in San Francisco, it amplifies the city’s role as a crossroads of purpose and capital, creating pathways for Bay Area entrepreneurs to reach global partners.

How to Get Involved

Register here before tickets sell out
Apply for discounted tickets if eligible
Use the event app to plan meetings and collaborations in advance

SOCAP25 is a chance to find your people and purpose, while showcasing what makes the Bay Area a global leader in social innovation.

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