Latin America
Based in Bogota since 2013, we invest in agribusiness, workforce development, off-grid energy, and sustainable agriculture in post-conflict regions.
- Dignified jobs
- Renewable energy
- Sustainable agriculture
Our impact in Latin America
A region brimming with local talent
Despite incredible progress, 30% of Latin America’s population still can’t afford to cover their basic needs or feed their families. The most robust solutions are built from the ground up, so we invest in companies and grassroots organizations most proximate to problems of poverty.
Millions of smallholder farmers in the region are weathering broken supply chains, the effects of climate change, and political instability after years of conflict in Colombia. We invest in companies that boost rural incomes by integrating farmers into supply chains and providing them with technical assistance, market access, and fair prices.
Unemployment and underemployment affect around 130 million people in Latin America and the Caribbean, of whom at least 27 million are young adults. We invest in companies that employ technology to improve education quality and provide job training for young people.
Candles and kerosene are used by millions of rural Latin Americans who are subjected to negative health and environmental impacts. We invest in affordable and high-quality energy access solutions to communities living off-grid.
Repairing broken systems, from the ground up
We don’t have to settle for the status quo. The solutions to the problems of poverty exist, and they’re within our reach.
Don’t just take our word for it.
The proof is in the progress. Companies in Latin America are moving the needle on problems of poverty in Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Guatemala, and Peru.
Gigante Central Wet-Mill
A blueprint for community-based investing
CortePaz
Revamping cacao in Colombia
Selva Nevada
Seeding hope and harvesting progress in rural Colombian communities
Rebuilding the social fabric in post-conflict Colombia
In the wake of its 50-year armed conflict, we are building a network of entrepreneurs, Fellows, and Partners to support Colombia’s transition to long-lasting peace.
Partnering for impact
Creating change at scale stems from the power of community. We achieve more when we work together.
Where action meets insight
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10 Years of Acumen Investment in Colombia
Learn how an intentional strategy of investing in socially minded for-profit companies and projects can generate deep impact in rural, conflict-affected areas of Colombia.
Awake creates opportunities in rural areas and promotes conservation of Colombian biodiversity
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