Investment principles
Our commitment to deploy capital where it is needed most
Investing with purpose
These eight principles guide our use of capital to solve problems of poverty and build a world based on dignity.
Principle 1
We use investing as a means to change systems and catalyze markets to provide choice and opportunity for people living in poverty.
Principle 2
We strive to stay proximate to and understand the complex problems of poverty and structure our capital to enable innovative solutions.
Principle 3
We deploy Patient Capital to solve problems investing in early-stage, high-risk business models that are led by values-aligned entrepreneurs.
Principle 4
We accompany investees with strategic support and hold them and ourselves accountable to values, impact, and business objectives.
Principle 5
We believe that impact must be measured and actively managed to create the change that we seek.
Principle 6
We prioritize impact and long-term financial sustainability over financial returns.
Principle 7
We share and leverage our insights to influence key stakeholders in service of solving problems of poverty.
Principle 8
We build strategic partnerships and invest in sector-building initiatives to catalyze systemic change.
