Lorien Finance is a cross-border FinTech platform that specializes in offering affordable student loans and retail banking services to immigrants, particularly Indian students and temporary workers relocating to the United States. The platform is designed to support these individuals by funding their higher education and providing access to U.S. banking products. By focusing on this niche market, Lorien Finance aims to facilitate access to education loans at lower interest rates, thereby helping students and temporary workers manage their financial needs more effectively while pursuing opportunities in the U.S.
4P Foods is a food distribution company focused on delivering locally-sourced, sustainably-produced food while promoting a just and equitable food system in the United States. They emphasize the importance of environmental responsibility and fair treatment for both producers and consumers. By sourcing from environmentally responsible family farmers in the Washington DC foodshed, 4P Foods ensures that their offerings are fresh and healthy. The company operates an online marketplace that provides a diverse selection of quality food products, aimed at making the purchasing and delivery process seamless for customers. In addition to their commercial activities, 4P Foods is committed to social responsibility, donating one bag of food to partner organizations, such as food banks and community service groups, for every ten bags delivered. This approach underscores their mission to ensure accessibility to nutritious food while supporting local communities.
Health In Harmony provides environmental conservation, global health, sustainable development, medical services, fundraising, volunteer management, planetary health, and climate crisis services.
The African Climate Foundation focuses on addressing climate change, development, and economic transformation in Africa. It supports initiatives that promote sustainable energy transitions, just energy transitions, and climate pathways. The foundation collaborates with various stakeholders, including governments, private sector, and civil society, to drive impactful climate action and policy development across the continent.
IES empowers individuals throughout Asia to create and implement appropriate policy instruments and combinations. The worldwide approach to addressing these concerns has to be equally comprehensive and established via interdisciplinary teamwork.
Mombak is a carbon removal company dedicated to reforesting the Amazon. It specializes in cultivating native, biodiverse forests that effectively remove carbon from the atmosphere while ensuring high integrity in its projects. The company's initiatives are designed to achieve significant additionality and durability, with minimal leakage, thus enhancing biodiversity and supporting socioeconomic development in local communities. Mombak's team consists of experts in science, technology, forestry, and carbon markets, all working together to improve forestry practices and contribute to a sustainable future.
The African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs is a coalition of more than 80+ CEOs of black-led community development financial institutions, comprising loan funds, credit unions, venture capital firms, and non-profit developers.
Prospera emphasizes the power of economic opportunity and acts as a catalyst for positive community change by contributing to the growth and success of Hispanic-owned businesses.
Global Renewable Energy Mass Adoption Program, or Greenmap, is an independent non-profit with a focus on social impact. By actively assisting governments in the design and implementation of secure regulatory frameworks, competitive procurement processes, and novel financial and credit improvement instruments, Greenmap focuses on speeding the deployment of renewable generation in developing economies.
OneWest is a non-profit organization that works for economic development and community revitalization.
Amazon Conservation Team is a non-profit organization that focuses on governance, land, and livelihoods. It also works in partnership with indigenous people of tropical South America in conserving the biodiversity of the Amazon rainforest as well as the culture and land of its indigenous people. The organization provides essential support to Colombian National Parks Service to practically eliminate illegal gold mining from the Puré River National Park. Amazon Conservation Team promotes sustainable land management and protection and communities’ secure and sustainable livelihoods. It has maintained true to its mission and committed to maintaining a cost-effective operation. Amazon Conservation Team received the United Nations Environment Programme Global 500 Award in recognition of their conservation achievements and the organization received the 2008 Skoll Award for Social Entrepreneurship from the Skoll Foundation and was recognized as a 2010 Tech Awards Laureate by the prestigious Tech Museum in San Jose for their work with technology to help map the Amazon. Amazon Conservation Team was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA.
Naandi, which in Sanskrit means a new beginning; is one of the largest and fastest growing social sector organisations in India working to make poverty history. Founded in 1998 our work has 3 broad sectors: Child Rights, Safe Drinking Water and Sustainable Livelihoods. They also have a research arm that takes up action researches and other field based trials to check out innovations and their potential to positively influence policy. Their ideology revolves around building sustainable models within the social sector that deliver critical services efficiently and equitably to underserved communities.
Global.health's mission is to facilitate the quick exchange of dependable, transparent public health information in order to advance the fight against infectious diseases.
BlueMark engages in providing independent impact verification services for investors and companies. It focuses on strengthening trust in impact investing and helps bring more accountability to the impact investment process.
data.org seeks to democratize and reimagine the use of data science to tackle society’s greatest challenges and improve lives across the globe. Our current initiatives aim to advance inclusive growth, build capacity, mitigate and adapt to climate change and fight pandemics.
Africa Public Health Foundation exists to forge partnerships and mobilize resources to support critical public health initiatives.
CLLCTIVLY is an organization dedicated to expanding equity and economic opportunity to communities of color.
Atlas AI develops business analytics software aimed at monitoring economic development drivers in emerging markets. The company's technology generates reliable socioeconomic estimates, covering aspects such as land under cultivation, staple crop productivity, household asset wealth and consumption, as well as access to essential infrastructure like power and transportation. By leveraging advanced machine learning techniques and deep expertise in emerging markets, Atlas AI enables organizations to effectively allocate resources and monitor high-stakes investments and development programs, including infrastructure initiatives and market expansion efforts. The company is currently focusing on constructing these models for Sub-Saharan Africa, with the intention of scaling its solutions globally.
Founded in 2005, Benefits Data Trust (BDT) is a national not-for-profit organization committed to transforming how individuals in need access essential benefits and services.
Sixup is a for-profit technology company based in San Francisco that focuses on providing scalable financing and support to high-achieving, low-income students seeking higher education. The company operates an online lending platform that offers responsible and affordable loans with minimal paperwork, making it easier for these students to access financial resources. Sixup's innovative approach combines community, finance, and technology to create a new asset class called Future-Prime, which encompasses around 7 million students and represents a significant annual funding volume. With $14 million in equity financing and an additional $41 million in lending and grant capital from various investors, including major financial institutions and foundations, Sixup has established partnerships with numerous advocacy and community organizations. These collaborations enhance its mission to support underserved students in their educational pursuits while operating as a consumer lender across 18 states.
Onward is a non-profit employer-based mobile savings and credit app that enables workers of all income levels to build financial security. We help workers save effortlessly, build financial literacy, and access responsible credit when emergencies strike. Essentially, what the 401K is for long-term retirement savings, Onward is for short-term emergency savings.
Project QUEST is a vital resource for economic progress. To produce in-demand professions that provide a livable income, benefits, and a career path, a principal economic development broker offers crucial support, knowledge, and resources. They link to developing fields like cybersecurity, manufacturing, trades, and healthcare.
The/Nudge Foundation exists to alleviate poverty, sustainably and scalably. The/Nudge was founded in July 2015 by Atul Satija, after his last stint as Chief Business Officer of InMobi. --- We are a collective of some of India’s best leaders and entrepreneurs from across industry, academia, government and development sectors, and our work is organised across 3 impact streams. 1. Centre for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (CSDE) CSDE exists to enable underprivileged youth to lead flourishing lives. Our goal is to impact 1M+ youth annually through direct, leveraged as well as indirect channels. 2. N/Core N/Core exists to nudge and nurture talent to solve for India's biggest problems. 3. up (ultra-poor) up exists to nudge families out of extreme poverty. We are implementing an integrated micro-entrepreneurship program to pull ultra-poor households (in Jharkhand), out of extreme poverty, through a globally acclaimed and well-researched "graduation model". Our goal is to directly work with and pull 100k families (500k people) out of extreme poverty, over the next 10 years. --- Over the last 4 years, we have impacted the lives of 6M+ people through our direct and indirect work across skilling, education, healthcare etc. We are a passionate team of 175+ #nudgesters, with a dream to see a poverty-free India within our generation.
EliteGamingLIVE is a STEM-focused platform that engages students in learning about video game design and technology careers while participating in competitive gaming. Recognizing that a significant percentage of students are avid gamers, the platform provides a structured environment where they can improve their skills in coding, computer programming, and web development through interactive gameplay. By facilitating after-school programs, EliteGamingLIVE allows students to represent their schools in live gaming competitions, thereby merging their passion for video games with educational opportunities. This approach not only fosters technical skills but also encourages students to explore potential career paths in technology while maintaining a fun and challenging atmosphere.
Sixup is a for-profit technology company based in San Francisco that focuses on providing scalable financing and support to high-achieving, low-income students seeking higher education. The company operates an online lending platform that offers responsible and affordable loans with minimal paperwork, making it easier for these students to access financial resources. Sixup's innovative approach combines community, finance, and technology to create a new asset class called Future-Prime, which encompasses around 7 million students and represents a significant annual funding volume. With $14 million in equity financing and an additional $41 million in lending and grant capital from various investors, including major financial institutions and foundations, Sixup has established partnerships with numerous advocacy and community organizations. These collaborations enhance its mission to support underserved students in their educational pursuits while operating as a consumer lender across 18 states.
Ajira Digital introduces young people to online work and provides the tools, training and mentorship needed for them to work and earn an income online.
CloudFactory Limited is a cloud-based workforce solution provider, founded in 2010 and headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, with a significant presence in Reading, United Kingdom. The company specializes in machine learning, document transcription, and data enrichment services, marketed under the WorkStream brand. By offering an on-demand digital workforce, CloudFactory enables businesses to scale their operations and focus on innovation by providing services such as data validation, image and video tagging, sentiment analysis, and data categorization. As a social enterprise, CloudFactory aims to connect one million talented individuals to online work, fostering an environment where these workers can earn, learn, and grow into effective leaders.
BPeSA Western Cape was founded in 2002 to promote and develop the IT-enabled services industry in Cape Town, with a strong initial focus on contact centres. It operates both as a specialist investment promotion agency for business process outsourcing (including call centres) and as a regional trade association and networking body for the industry. The mandate of BPeSA Western Cape is to create jobs. It does this by raising awareness of the industry’s potential internationally and thus attracting new investments, and by helping to create an enabling environment for investments to thrive and grow – developing the skills base, supporting SMEs, and providing linkage to national and regional government to ensure the implementation of pro-growth policies. BPeSA Western Cape’s mission is to promote job creation in the Western Cape's BPO industry
Dasra is a strategic philanthropy foundation based in Mumbai, India, established in 1999. The organization collaborates with philanthropists and social entrepreneurs to drive large-scale social change, addressing critical issues such as adolescent development, governance, and sanitation in India. By providing consulting services that focus on strategic, management, and organizational challenges, Dasra aims to enhance the effectiveness of its partners in navigating financial and advisory landscapes. Through these collaborations, Dasra seeks to foster impactful solutions and promote sustainable development within the communities it serves.
Treedom is the first platform that allows consumers and corporations to celebrate and contribute to environmental commitment, planting trees and following their impact online. It’s a smart, simple way to make a big difference, supporting the environment and local communities around the world. The goal is to become the leading tree planter globally. With over 3.3 million trees planted in 42 agroforestry projects to date, Treedom initiates positive impacts in Cameroon, Colombia, Ecuador, Ghana, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Italia, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Nepal Tanzania and Thailandia. Treedom is a certified B Corp based in Florence (Tuscany) , Munich (Germany), London (UK), Paris (France) and Amsterdam (Netherlands) relies on the enthusiasm and experience of a team of over 100 people.
Digital Divide Data (DDD) is a business process outsourcing company based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, established in 2001. It specializes in converting paper-based data into digital formats tailored to client specifications. DDD offers a range of services, including cloud solutions, digital marketing, and image processing, while also supporting machine learning operations and large language model data training for industries such as automotive and autonomous driving. The company provides end-to-end services with a focus on quality and client support, acting as an extension of clients' data operations teams. DDD is committed to ensuring data security and confidentiality, adhering to standards such as SOC 2 Type 2 and ISO 27001. Through its services, DDD not only enhances operational efficiency for its clients but also aims to create lifelong employment opportunities for its workforce.
United States Artists is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the work of living American artists. Each year, USA awards $50,000 fellowships to the country’s most accomplished and innovative artists working in the fields of Architecture & Design, Crafts, Dance, Literature, Media, Music, Theater & Performance, Traditional Arts and Visual Arts. USA was founded to address the lack of unrestricted funding available to artists. USA is currently funded by a broad range of philanthropic foundations and individuals committed to cultivating the vibrant character of contemporary culture in America.
netomat, Inc. specializes in developing websites, applications, and social media services that function seamlessly across various devices, including desktops, tablets, and smartphones. The company offers a range of mobile solutions, such as responsive website design, mobile applications, and location-based services. It also provides web solutions, including websites, microsites, and web applications, alongside social media solutions that facilitate integration with social platforms and offer analytics, contests, and engagement tools. Additionally, netomat delivers creative services focused on user interface and experience design, as well as managed services encompassing cloud hosting, search engine optimization, and e-commerce integration. Its flagship Mobility Server enables organizations to publish web content across numerous mobile devices, while the MediaHub service allows for the management and streaming of video content. Catering to clients in diverse sectors, such as tourism, sports, and entertainment, netomat has established itself as a comprehensive provider of mobile web experience and content management solutions since its founding in 2001. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.