IMPACT PROGRAMS

We sponsor programs that provide socio-economic opportunities for marginalized and unprivileged groups and communities mainly through grants as well as financing and direct investments

Our focus has been on projects in continuing education, worker placement and development, micro and small businesses, community development, and affordable housing

We provide technical and financial support for our projects. We provide flexible and patient captial. our objective is to realize sustained opportunities for the members of our programs

We advise on participations in financing programs and projects as well as structure debt and equity financing arrangements, including blended and innovative financing

Social Enterprise

Business Investment

Business support and business model refinement for emerging and frontier markets. Investor engagement improves the sustainability of social and economic outcome objectives. Financial management and workforce development.

Social Financing

Provide financing and financial management support and facilitate bridge to traditional and pooled lenders. Objective to reduce servicing gaps. Target segments include affordable housing and agriculture.

Business Model Expansion / Overseas Trade

Support emerging and frontier market businesses and business models that can be translated to and implemented in developed markets. Provide trade / channel access where higher percentage of profits accrue to local parties.

Capital Goods Financing Program

Provide financing and leasing of equipment at conventional rates to lower barriers of entry. Objectives to improve financing access and net incomes. Target segments include vehicles and equipment.

Social Development

Scholarships and Grants

Sponsorship of and support for trade schools and attending students in developing markets

Community Centers

Access to computers (no internet) and communication terminals (internet). Education programs and guidance for basic personal financial planning (community banking) and assistance with public forms. Partnerships with local governments.

Entrepreneur / Business Management Skills Development

Professional Centers

Access to computers and communication terminals. Advice for career planning and assistance with public forms. Partnerships with local businesses.