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The Inner Foundation invests in Psynlighet
The Inner Foundation announces its financial backing of Psynlighet, a non-profit organization addressing the systemic issues that prevail within Swedish psychiatry.
Launching Next in Mind
The Inner Foundation, Reach for Change and Tim Bergling Foundation just launched Next in Mind; as a response to the growing mental health challenges among emerging adults.
The Inner Foundation Invests in SPOKE
The Inner Foundation announces their financial backing of SPOKE, a mental wellness mobile app targeting young adults.
The Inner Foundation Invests in Allbry
Allbry is a very strategic investment for the Inner Foundation, addressing the need of increased access to a quality support system for all students - including those at universities and vocational schools.
Happy New Year from The Inner Foundation!
Our co-founder and partner, Annika Sten Pärson, greets the new year with a reflection on 2022 and an inspirational message to The Inner Foundation’s community.
Meela Launches Today
The Inner Foundation was one of the first investors in Meela — today we’re proud to see them launch.
The Inner Foundation Invests in Unconventional Ventures
With the intention to increase inclusion and diversity within the startup community and venture capital.
The Inner Foundation Invests in BLING Capital
BLING Capital is the first VC fund targeting startups from underserved communities in Sweden.
The Inner Foundation Invests in Ment
Ment is a new smart digital service for ADHD. "We have invested in Ment because the waiting time before receiving the right support can make life even more difficult."
Launching of The Inner Foundation
July 21st, 2022. The Inner Foundation announces a commitment of €100m over the next 20 years to invest in mental health. Created by Annika Sten Pärson and Pär-Jorgen Pärson, the foundation has made more than 6 investments to date.
Why we’re launching the Inner Foundation today
The cost of doing nothing was too high: Why we’re launching the Inner Foundation today.
In the media
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Bloomberg
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Business Insider
21 July 2022
Pär-Jörgen Pärson, an early Spotify backer, and social entrepreneur Annika Sten Pärson commit $100 million to startups focused on mental health.
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Dagens Industri
10 October 2023
The Inner Foundation, Reach for Change and Tim Bergling Foundation launched Next in Mind: as a response to the increasing mental health challenges among emerging adults in the Nordics.
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Impact Loop
7 February 2024
Annika Sten Pärson outlines her personal story to entrepreneurship and The Inner Foundation’s mission.
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Annika Sten Pärson
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Pär-Jörgen Pärson
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Annika Sten Pärson
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Pär-Jörgen Pärson
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Annika & Pär-Jörgen
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Annika & Pär-Jörgen
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Annika, Caroline, Ye
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Annika & Caroline
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