Thank you to all of our Festival 26 Partners!
Festival 26 Financial Partners
Advent International
Advent International is a highly respected global private equity firm known for its strong track record of partnering with companies to drive sustainable growth and long-term value creation.
The ALKU Foundation
The ALKU Foundation partners with nonprofits across Massachusetts to champion youth and women-focused initiatives, advancing equity and strengthening leaders to create a more inclusive, promising future.
Boston SCORES
Boston SCORES inspires youth to lead healthy lives, be engaged students and have the confidence and character to make a difference in the world.
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is a vibrant center of innovation, education, and history, known for its world-class universities and strong commitment to progress and community.
DEMAIN
DEMAIN (meaning “tomorrow” in French) is the social impact program created in 2018 by Morgane Sézalory, founder of French fashion brand Sézane. Guided by the belief that small, consistent acts of solidarity can lead to lasting change, DEMAIN supports long-term partnerships with nonprofits working to ensure access to fundamental rights for children—such as education, culture, and protection—and to advance women’s health. To date, over $12 million has been redistributed to 30 partner organizations, supporting more than 100,000 beneficiaries worldwide.
The Friends of Sport dans la Ville
The Friends of Sport dans la Ville brings together a dynamic network of Franco-American partners committed to strengthening the organization’s international reach, mobilizing resources for its programs, and championing the young people it empowers.
Generation Amazing
The Generation Amazing Foundation (GA) is a human and social legacy-focused organization that launched in 2010 during Qatar’s successful bid for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. GA operates its sport-for-development programs in alignment with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and Qatar’s National Vision 2030 to promote sustainability, inclusion, and gender equality. Since its launch, GA has positively impacted more than 1 million lives in 75 countries .
Loomis, Sayles and Company
Loomis, Sayles and Company is a highly respected global investment firm known for its disciplined research, innovative strategies, and long-term commitment to delivering strong, risk-adjusted returns for clients.
Natixis Investment Managers
Natixis Investment Managers brings together more than 15 specialized investment teams from around the world, giving clients access to a wide range of expertise. As one of the largest asset managers globally, the firm specializes in high‑conviction active investment strategies, insurance and retirement solutions, and private assets, working closely with clients to support their long‑term goals.
New Balance
New Balance is committed to creating positive change in its communities by promoting healthy active living, advancing educational opportunities, and championing the success of young people.
Proskauer
Proskauer helps define—and navigate—nearly every emerging field of law. We are committed to excellence as a best-in-class, trusted advisor to clients as they navigate complex challenges and seek to capitalize on market opportunities. Over our 150-year history, the issues may have changed, but one constant is that our work continues to shape the future.
Sanofi
Sanofi is an R&D driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. We apply our deep understanding of the immune system to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world, with an innovative pipeline that could benefit millions more. Our team is guided by one purpose: we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives; this inspires us to drive progress and deliver positive impact for our people and the communities we serve, by addressing the most urgent healthcare, environmental, and societal challenges of our time.
Weil
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP is a global law firm that pairs elite legal work with a longstanding commitment to community impact through extensive pro bono service, sustained charitable giving via the Weil Foundation, year-round volunteer engagement, and flagship initiatives.