The Inner Foundation - A fund for a richer human inner world.

Summary

At Sacred Startups, we believe in building a thriving economy for human consciousness—not to commoditize the sacred, but to create a structured, impactful movement around inner well-being. An economy isn’t always about monetization; just as conservation and impact economies prioritize doing good over profits, so can the consciousness economy. By organizing capital with a “do good” culture, we can address the mental health, societal, and ecological challenges of our time. The Inner Foundation is a shining example of this ethos, demonstrating how investing in the rise of collective consciousness can lead to real solutions to mental health challenges that is increasingly prevalent, particularly among young adults.This is not just noise, but a real growing problem across many countries around the world.

A Vision for Inner Health

Founded by Annika Sten Pärson and Pär-Jörgen Pärson, The Inner Foundation is committed to bridging the gap between awareness and actionable change in mental health. With a pledge to invest €100 million over the next 20 years, the foundation focuses on scalable initiatives that address the inner well-being of emerging adults. Their mission is to unite public, private, and non-profit efforts to cultivate sustainable human development.

Investments

The foundation’s impact is evident through its diverse portfolio of investments:

• Meela Health: A platform providing personalized mental health care for women by matching them with suitable therapists.

• Strong Minds: A non-profit delivering mental health services to communities in sub-Saharan Africa, focusing on treating depression among women and adolescents.

• MANUAL: An innovative platform addressing the silent mental health crisis among young men through engaging resources and support.

• SPOKE: A music-led mental wellness app combining spoken word and hip-hop to create therapeutic experiences for young adults.

These collaborations exemplify The Inner Foundation’s dedication to supporting ventures that resonate with diverse communities and offer scalable solutions.

Have an Idea?

The Inner Foundation’s approach underscores a broader movement toward proactive mental health care. By investing in and collaborating with forward-thinking entrepreneurs and organizations, the foundation is paving new paths for innovation in human consciousness and well-being. Their work serves as an invitation to others who are passionate about enriching the human inner world to join this transformative journey.

Call to Action

Are you a fund, foundation, or individual looking to deploy your capital with intention and impact? We’d love to hear your story and explore how we can feature your work in our community.

Get in touch with us at shashi@sacredstartups.co

For more information on The Inner Foundation, visit: https://www.theinnerfoundation.org/

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