Kiva

Kiva is an international non-profit organization based in San Francisco that facilitates small loans to entrepreneurs in developing countries. Since its founding in 2005, Kiva has successfully crowdfunded over 705 million U.S. dollars in microloans, benefiting more than one million entrepreneurs across 86 countries. The organization aims to expand financial access to underserved communities by connecting individuals globally through lending. Kiva primarily finances its operations through optional donations, along with support from grants and sponsors, allowing low-income entrepreneurs to access essential funds and quality financial services.

Julie Hanna

Executive Chairman

7 past transactions

Farmerline

Debt Financing in 2022
The Farmerline vision is to see an Africa where Agriculture NGO’s are not a functioning force in the market. Farmerline provides paid services that allow farmers to have the information and access they need to employ an entrepreneurial method of farming. Input dealers and traders pay for more efficient communication channels to farmers and farmers pay for information packages and services. In this vision, more food is produce, more food gets to market, and GDP from cash crop export soars.

Sistema.bio

Series B in 2022
Sistema.bio specializes in manufacturing modular biodigester systems that convert animal manure into biogas and organic fertilizer. By processing manure daily, these biodigesters utilize anaerobic bacteria to transform organic waste into methane gas, which can be used for cooking, heating, and electricity generation. This technology aims to enhance the efficiency and productivity of small farmers while improving their quality of life. By turning waste into valuable resources, Sistema.bio not only helps farmers increase their energy security but also contributes to environmental sustainability.

Nilus

Venture Round in 2022
Nilus is a social enterprise that applies AI and crowdsourcing to reduce food loss and waste. It rescues edible food that is about to be discarded and distributes it among community kitchens. Nilus was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Buenos Aires, Distrito Federal.

I2B

Debt Financing in 2020
Offering rapid prototyping using bubble.is for non-technical founders.

Dios Dental Clinic

Seed Round in 2018
Dios dental is a network of dental clinics which aims to bring affordable quality dental care. Their transparent pricing policy allows its clients to know their budget, with standard treatment and sterilization protocol. It was founded on March 1, 2016, and is headquartered in Rubaga, Uganda.

Komaza

Series A in 2017
Komaza is a tech-driven sustainable forestry company focused on transforming the wood industry in Africa through its innovative farmer platform. Founded in 2006 by Tevis Howard, the company engages rural farmers to cultivate woodlots on small-holder farms, addressing the growing demand for wood and wood products. By integrating technology, training, and support, Komaza aims to provide a sustainable wood supply while achieving significant cost savings compared to traditional plantations. This approach not only helps alleviate the wood supply crisis but also empowers farmers to maximize their potential in the forestry sector.

SolarHome

Debt Financing in 2017
SolarHome Pte. Ltd. is a company based in Singapore that focuses on providing solar energy solutions to off-grid households in Southeast Asia. Founded in 2016, it specializes in the installation of integrated solar energy and appliance units, offering customers affordable rent-to-own plans through a Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG) model. This approach allows users to pay monthly fees that are comparable to their existing expenditures on traditional energy sources, significantly lowering the barriers to adopting solar technology. SolarHome aims to make a substantial social impact by serving around 27 million households in the region that lack access to the electric grid. The company's operations extend to several countries, including the Philippines, Cambodia, Myanmar, and Indonesia.
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