An Evening of Conversation with Jim Bildner

Join Jim Bildner, CEO of DRK and Adjunct Lecturer at Harvard, as he talks about his newest book, A Matter of Hope!

This event will include a moderated half-hour interview, followed by a Q&A and a book signing.

Tickets

Tickets: $28 (includes admission + signed book), $18 (admission only)

Tickets are non-refundable. Tickets can be transferred, if you are unable to attend.

About A Matter of Hope:
In a world full of seemingly endless challenges, one human characteristic separates those who only see the world’s flaws from those who see its potential for change—and that characteristic is hope.

Drawing on two decades at Draper Richards Kaplan (DRK), one of the largest global venture-philanthropy foundations, and on the hard-won clarity that comes from profound personal loss, venture-philanthropy leader Jim Bildner provides a playbook on what it takes to turn hope into action, sharing inspiring stories of hope transforming lives and the ripple effect it can have on wholecommunities. Grounded in real cases from hundreds of social enterprises reaching millions, Bildner weaves the psychology of optimism with intimate stories of individuals finding strength through vulnerability and lessons from social entrepreneurs changing the world.A Matter of Hope offers social entrepreneurs, funders, impact investors, and nonprofit and philanthropic leaders a blueprint for:

• Understanding the nature of the problem you are trying to solve
• Analyzing the ecosystem and existing infrastructure
• Defining your end game early so you don’t chase distractions
• Developing your execution strategy
• Knowing who needs to ultimately adopt your solution to embed or institutionalize it, and have a plan—and partners—to do that

About Jim Bildner:

Visionary leader and dedicated philanthropist Jim Bildner has lived an extraordinary life marked by success, adversity, transformation, loss, and unwavering hope. As CEO of DRK, one of the largest venture philanthropy firms in the world, Jim has seen first hand, through hundreds of investments in social enterprises—the power of human beings to make a difference in the world. In addition to DRK, he is an Adjunct Lecturer in Public Policy at Harvard’s Kennedy School and his research interests include understanding the role of philanthropic and private capital in solving public problems. Jim is a frequent contributor to numerous publications including the Stanford Social Innovation Review. Jim believes finding purpose in life is only met through service to others.

About Hummingbird Books:

An independent, local bookstore, Hummingbird Books is a community destination known for its extensive collection of adult and children’s books. The store features a thoughtfully curated mix of local favorites and widely loved titles, making it a magical place for readers of all ages to discover their next great book.

At Hummingbird Books, reading is more than a pastime—it’s a way to connect with new ideas, perspectives, and worlds beyond our own. In addition to its book selection, the store offers a variety of gifts, games, candy, and stationery. Hummingbird Books also hosts a range of in-store programs, including story times, author events, and book signings.