UNICEF

UNICEF is an international development organization focused on improving the lives of children worldwide. It funds and guides early-stage, open-source technology through its innovation programs, managing pooled resources to quickly assess, fund, and scale solutions developed in new and emerging markets. The organization identifies clusters of initiatives around frontier technologies such as blockchain, unmanned aerial vehicles, virtual and augmented reality, 3D printing, machine learning, quantum computing, genetic engineering, Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, nano-satellites, and human dynamics to shape markets and guide technologies toward measurable improvements in vulnerable children's lives.

Sunita Grote

Lead, Ventures

Madison Marks

Portfolio Strategist

21 past transactions

Map Action

Seed Round in 2023
Map Action is a trailblazer in leveraging mapping technology for environmental management and solving urban issues in Bamako. Our innovative approach started with addressing Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) issues, evolving to support diverse sectors through collaboration with civil society, governments, NGOs, and private entities. Our business model includes paid subscriptions for organizations relying on our data for actionable insights across various domains. By making complex data accessible, we empower stakeholders in urban development and environmental stewardship to drive meaningful change.

CirroLytix

Seed Round in 2022
Social Listening, Remote Sensing, Artificial Intelligence, and Data Visualization for Social Impact Applications Our mission is to help governments, non-profits, researchers, international and local organizations succeed at addressing collective social problems around the world by harnessing the full power of their data. Our ultimate contribution to society is in enabling social impact organizations make positive data-driven change to the lives they seek to uplift. Our clients and partners span many social impact fields, including public health, democracy, elections, fake news, human rights, education, justice reform, peacebuilding, urban planning and agriculture.

OM3GA SOLUTIONS

Grant in 2022
OM3GA SOLUTIONS doo is a Montenegro-based company established in 2017, specializing in online marketing solutions for clients worldwide. The company offers a diverse array of services, including web design, visual identity creation, digital marketing, and advertising. Additionally, OM3GA SOLUTIONS provides advanced services in artificial intelligence and machine learning, focusing on speech-to-text and text-to-speech technologies, as well as virtual assistant solutions. With a commitment to delivering comprehensive marketing strategies and innovative technology applications, OM3GA SOLUTIONS caters to the evolving needs of businesses in the digital landscape.

CirroLytix

Seed Round in 2022
Social Listening, Remote Sensing, Artificial Intelligence, and Data Visualization for Social Impact Applications Our mission is to help governments, non-profits, researchers, international and local organizations succeed at addressing collective social problems around the world by harnessing the full power of their data. Our ultimate contribution to society is in enabling social impact organizations make positive data-driven change to the lives they seek to uplift. Our clients and partners span many social impact fields, including public health, democracy, elections, fake news, human rights, education, justice reform, peacebuilding, urban planning and agriculture.

Somleng

Seed Round in 2021
Somleng operates an interactive voice response platform offering open-source telephony tools. Its platform enables users to build voice applications and connects them to call flow managers, aiming to break down economic and accessibility barriers in telephony application development.

Treejer Protocol

Seed Round in 2021
Treejer is a technology company that offers a blockchain-based platform aimed at promoting tree plantation and conservation efforts. The company connects individuals and organizations that fund tree planting initiatives with local people who carry out these activities, even in remote areas. This innovative ecosystem facilitates traceable carbon credits, enabling participants to engage in responsible environmental practices. By gamifying the process, Treejer encourages active participation in global reforestation efforts, thus contributing to the preservation of the planet.

Leaf

Grant in 2021
Nearly 2 billion people around the world are unbanked and lack access to formal financial services. For refugees, migrants, and cross border traders, this is particularly challenging because they have no safe or reliable way to bring their money across borders or an affordable way to send and receive money, leaving them vulnerable to exploitative exchange rates and theft. With Leaf, users can travel without cash and rest assured that their money will be safe and accessible no matter where they go. Friends and family around the world can also deposit into a refugee’s account, regardless of location. Backed by blockchain technology of Stellar, Leaf ultimately creates an economic identity that customers can use to establish themselves in a new country.

Kotani Pay

Grant in 2021
Kotani Pay is a technology company focused on facilitating the integration of blockchain protocols and fintech applications with local payment channels in Africa. By offering a reliable on-ramp and off-ramp service, Kotani Pay enables blockchain companies to effectively reach a broader customer base, particularly those utilizing mobile money services. The platform is designed to streamline payroll management and enhance the accessibility of digital finance, allowing clients to concentrate on local payment solutions while increasing their operational efficiency in the African market.

Grassroots Economics

Grant in 2021
Grassroots Economics is a non-profit foundation that has been seeking to empower marginalized communities to take charge of their own livelihoods and economic future since 2010.

Xcapit

Grant in 2021
Xcapit specializes in blockchain-based financial solutions, offering a non-custodial platform, Xcapit Wallet, empowering users with full control over their finances. It supports B2B services for fintech companies to expand credit portfolios, minimize risks, and improve process efficiency. Its innovative approach uses stablecoin collateral for secure smart escrow services, enabling local currency credit backed by blockchain technology.

Rahat

Grant in 2021
Rahat, which means relief in Nepali, is a digital Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) management system. It uses mobile-based blockchain tokens for emergency response and recovery programs for humanitarian agencies. Rahat manages and monitors the flow of transactions in cash distribution projects maintaining end to end

Leaf

Grant in 2021
Nearly 2 billion people around the world are unbanked and lack access to formal financial services. For refugees, migrants, and cross border traders, this is particularly challenging because they have no safe or reliable way to bring their money across borders or an affordable way to send and receive money, leaving them vulnerable to exploitative exchange rates and theft. With Leaf, users can travel without cash and rest assured that their money will be safe and accessible no matter where they go. Friends and family around the world can also deposit into a refugee’s account, regardless of location. Backed by blockchain technology of Stellar, Leaf ultimately creates an economic identity that customers can use to establish themselves in a new country.

Giraffe

Grant in 2020
Giraffe is a recruitment company based in South Africa that specializes in connecting small businesses with medium-skilled job candidates across various sectors. These sectors include accounting and finance, retail, marketing, banking, healthcare, construction, and more. Giraffe's platform offers a wide range of job positions, such as accounts/bookkeeper, customer service representative, data capture clerk, driver, and security guard, among others. In addition to job placement, Giraffe provides essential background verification services, including criminal, credit, education, and reference checks for potential employees. By leveraging technology, Giraffe aims to simplify the recruitment process for both employers and job seekers.

VRapeutic

Grant in 2020
VRapeutic is a company dedicated to creating virtual reality software aimed at providing therapeutic support for individuals with learning disabilities and developmental disorders, including autism, ADHD, and cerebral palsy. The company's platform features software modules that deliver educational scenarios designed to instill essential life skills, such as motor, cognitive, social, and academic abilities. By integrating artificial intelligence and internet-of-things technologies, VRapeutic enhances the effectiveness of therapy sessions, allowing therapists to monitor and evaluate the impact of the treatment on users.

Somleng

Seed Round in 2020
Somleng operates an interactive voice response platform offering open-source telephony tools. Its platform enables users to build voice applications and connects them to call flow managers, aiming to break down economic and accessibility barriers in telephony application development.

SimpleMap

Seed Round in 2019
Previously with the name Rentadrone.cl we are a Chile based company that pioneered the use of drones to detect anomalies in solar panels

Cloudline

Seed Round in 2019
Cloudline specializes in emissions-free aviation using lighter-than-air technology and solar power. It offers logistics services, including drone deliveries of large payloads, goods transportation, data gathering, maintenance inspections, and surveillance. The company connects isolated communities to global supply chains, benefiting remote areas such as rural villages, island nations, and disaster-stricken regions.

Utopixar

Grant in 2018
Utopixar is a technology company focused on creating tools that empower communities and organizations to thrive through participatory decision-making and value transfer. The company specializes in developing applications, platforms, and services that incorporate blockchain, data, artificial intelligence, hardware, and low-tech solutions. Utopixar aims to address global challenges by providing user-centered design and open-source software, facilitating collaboration and engagement among users. Through its offerings, Utopixar seeks to foster social innovation and enhance the ability of communities to collectively address issues that affect them.

Nilebot

Seed Round in 2018
Nilebot is a company that specializes in water quality monitoring systems specifically designed for the aquaculture industry. It offers a comprehensive suite of services, including water quality laboratories, sampling, and the provision of water quality meters. Nilebot's systems are capable of measuring critical parameters such as oxygen saturation, temperature, conductivity, and pH levels in various fish farms. In addition to the monitoring technology, the company provides ongoing technical support and after-sales service, ensuring that clients receive continuous assistance and system development tailored to their needs. Through its innovative solutions, Nilebot aims to enhance the operational efficiency and sustainability of fish farming practices.

Dymaxion Labs

Seed Round in 2018
Dymaxion Labs is a developer of a cloud-enabled platform that harnesses the power of satellite and aerial data to transform organizations into geospatial-driven entities. By utilizing advanced AI and machine learning algorithms, the platform analyzes vast amounts of geospatial data, providing critical insights for various sectors. It enables companies to accurately and promptly assess their carbon footprints, while also assisting non-governmental organizations in mitigating risks to environmentally sensitive areas and supporting local communities. Additionally, the agriculture sector can leverage Dymaxion Labs' solutions to monitor potential disruptions and the effects of climate change on global food supply. The company's innovative approach allows for improved policy and decision-making by detecting informal settlement growth in hard-to-verify locations, ultimately enhancing understanding of the physical world.

Somleng

Seed Round in 2016
Somleng operates an interactive voice response platform offering open-source telephony tools. Its platform enables users to build voice applications and connects them to call flow managers, aiming to break down economic and accessibility barriers in telephony application development.
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