Report
2023 Annual Report
Acumen’s 2023 impact includes reaching 650M lives, launching a $250M initiative in Africa, and creating 4,036 jobs, advancing global equity and sustainability.
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Deliver outsized impact through philanthropic giving when you become a Partner.
Your gift makes our work possible.
When you support Acumen, you’re contributing to a unique approach to solving problems of poverty that emphasizes dignity over dependence.
With more than 20 years of investing, we have learned what works and what doesn’t when it comes to solving problems of poverty. We are a global investor with deep expertise in local markets.
For every philanthropic dollar we invest, five more follow from other investors. It all starts with the power of giving.
Learn about Patient CapitalWe pioneered a new way of investing over 20 years ago and we’re still at it. Your gift allows us to invest capital where it is needed most, taking outsized risk for outsized impact.
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Join a community of passionate and committed like-minded peers. From philanthropists to family foundations to corporations to governments, there’s a place for you in our Partner community.
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We offer exclusive engagement opportunities, connections, and access to expertise you won’t find anywhere else.
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Case Study
Ed Partners
Education
East Africa
2021
Financing the future of education in East Africa
Case Study
Ziqitza Healthcare Limited
Healthcare
India
2006
Building the foundation for emergency medical services in India
Case Study
Gigante Central Wet-Mill
Agriculture
Latin America
2016
A blueprint for community-based investing
“In this time of crises and contestation, the Acuverse, as I sometimes like to call it, is a place where my optimism has gone to live… In it I see deeper truths about our interconnectedness and what we can achieve if we are just a bit kinder with one another…”
– Andrea Soros Colombel, Board Member, Acumen and Open Society Foundations
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Frequently asked questions
Yes. Acumen is registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in the U.S. All gifts made to Acumen in the U.S. are tax deductible. In addition, Acumen’s U.K. branch is a restricted fund under the auspices of Prism the Gift Fund. U.K. Partners can take advantage of U.K. tax benefits by giving through Prism.
There are other ways to give, such as donating stock, fundraising for Acumen, joining our Legacy Society, or even via the PayPal Giving Fund.
Acumen releases an annual impact report and a quarterly newsletter showcasing the impact of your support. In addition, our Development & Partnerships team engages each of our Partners individually to ensure they are close to areas of our work they care about the most.
Yes. You can see our full list of Partners here. Our Development & Partnerships team regularly convenes Partners in each region to bridge meaningful connections across our community.
Acumen has a unique approach to philanthropic investing. We reinvest in our continued work to ensure we continue to provide high-risk and Patient Capital in the form of debt or equity for early-stage social enterprises serving customers experiencing poverty.
We regularly share events we host and attend on our events page. Additionally, we share conferences and external events we participate in through our Partner newsletter and Partner LinkedIn page.
For NY state residents:
Acumen Fund, Inc. is a not for profit corporation formed under the laws of the State of New York and a public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, with offices at 40 Worth Street, Suite 303, New York, NY 10013. Donations will be used to support our programs to change the way the world tackles poverty. Our most recent financial statements are accessible on our website at acumen.org or from the Attorney General’s Charities Bureau’s Website (www.charitiesnys.com). You also may obtain information on charities from the Attorney General at (212) 416-8401.
For FL residents:
Acumen Fund, Inc. is a not for profit corporation formed under the laws of the State of New York and a public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, with offices at 40 Worth Street, Suite 303, New York, NY 10013. Donations will be used to support our programs to change the way the world tackles poverty. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE WITHIN THE STATE, 1-800-435-7352 (800-HELP-FLA), OR VISITING FDACS.GOV. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. FLORIDA REGISTRATION #CH43260.