Investment Associations & Organizations
Investment companies & services. Among investments today are equities, bonds, CDs, REITs, mutual funds, money market funds, government treasuries, real estate, options, futures, and other derivatives. Various organizations exist that provide newsletters, updates regarding new developments and laws, new software reviews, and other information related to the trading of futures and options. These can be useful for any investor, from beginner to advanced, interested in any form of investing, whether it be in riskier items such as commodities and futures, or risk-free instruments such as government securities. Below are links to information about associations and organizations.
Business for Social Responsibility
Visit the site of this organization that was developed specifically for companies which conduct business in a socially responsible manner and develop ethical policies.
Cascadia Revolving Fund
The Cascadia Revolving Fund is a financial organization that pools socially responsible investments in order to supply loans to small businesses.
Center for a New American Dream
Visit the site of the Center for a New American Dream, which is dedicated to educating Americans and making them more socially responsible consumers.
Eugene Free Community Network, Oregon: Impact Project: More Than Money
The Impact Projects aims to promote ethically and socially responsible investing among wealthy individuals.
Public Citizen
Read this group's most recent reports and learn of its legislative clout. The group monitors the actions of Congress, the nuclear energy industry, and more.
Students for Responsible Business Network
Learn more about this group of young business professionals dedicated to creating a more socially responsible business community.