Innovations in Global Health

April - December 2026

Join a strategic education programme for philanthropists. Learn how to maximize the impact of your philanthropic capital to catalyze innovation, impact and scale in global health, alongside peers and expert practitioners,

 

The Programme

• Join a small cohort of peer philanthropists, to learn about innovation and best practice in strategic philanthropy, with a focus on health in the global south.

• Access research, data, insights, expertise and lessons from the Gates Foundation team and partners and other well-respected global health organisations, philanthropists and practitioners.

• Explore strategic philanthropic approaches with peer philanthropists, understand what works and what doesn’t in a private, confidential and pitch-free space.

• Leverage deep relationships, intellectual capital and the expertise of your peers to maximise the impact of your giving.

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Who is this For?

This programme is for new and experienced philanthropists (the wealth-owner and family members) with an interest in catalytic philanthropy, innovation, global health and the intersections with gender and climate.

The Opportunity

1) Content

  • Six days of programming at the Gates Foundation in London in Q2 2026, and Seattle in November 2026.

  • An optional week-long learning journey to Tanzania, to meet partners and communities and put theory into practice, alongside your peer cohort, in September 2026.

  • Optional virtual meetings with experts, partners and peers.

2) Expert Support

  • Access to Gates Foundation staff, tools, data and expertise, to support your philanthropy.

  • Philanthropy advice from Pi and peer philanthropists, to develop your strategy and leadership.

3) A Peer Network

  • Learn alongside a cohort of curious and committed peer philanthropists, seeking to maximise their impact.

  • Join the Global Health Funders Group, expert philanthropists open to sharing knowledge, opportunities and challenges with each other, hosted by Pi and the Gates Foundation.

  • Opportunities to give collectively.

2025 Cohort Testimonials

“This program has really helped me better understand  how and where I can be most impactful in my global health philanthropy. Through dedicated sessions with experts at the Gates Foundation, an immersive trip to Ethiopia and learning sessions with leading philanthropists in global health, I have started to better understand the key issues, underlying systems and most effective interventions. This is by far the best learning journey I have been on” Aleem Jivraj, Singapore.

“This program has helped me tremendously in bringing clarity and shaping my philanthropic strategy. We had a the opportunity to interact with experts and partners in the field, in addition to all the insights and lessons other participants shared. The group of philanthropists we had the privilege to meet in this cohort was extraordinary, and we have built relationships that will continue after the program is over. Joining as a couple allowed us to surface differences in preferences and opinions we had on certain strategic decisions, and strengthened our commitment to tackle these problems together, by leveraging our different skill sets. The program has accelerated my understanding of key problems and solutions in the global health space, as well as given me a network and resources to tap into, as I move from strategy to execution in the months to come.” Andrea La Mesa, Italy.

“The Innovations in Global Health programme is excellently curated by Jo Ensor and The Gates Foundation. I gained valuable insights into maternal and child health, the intersection between climate and health, nutrition, and the strategic role philanthropy can play in addressing these issues. I met remarkable peer philanthropists and people working in this space, who generously shared their successes, their struggles and lessons learned. Their openness illuminated how essential collaboration is in tackling complex global health challenges.  It deepened my sense of purpose and inspired me to think critically about my role as a philanthropist in global health. I now see how working together and finding the right partners can create transformative change in people's lives. The programme equipped me with the tools, connections, and inspiration to become a more strategic philanthropist in this space.” Elisabeth Rees, Sweden.

“I can’t think of enough great words to say about this programme. It has transformed my strategic thinking, and the way I approach my philanthropy. I whole-heartedly recommend this course to anyone wishing to develop their philanthropy development, learning, expertise and strategy.” Vicky Wolfe, UK.

 

Cost

  • Each participant is asked to commit a minimum of £500K of new philanthropic capital into any global health programme of their choice, over 5 years.

  • Programme cost is £2K, plus flights and accommodation costs, and a small additional fee if you join our learning journey to Tanzania.