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Why Support Our Mission
Entrepreneurs around the world are building solutions to climate resilience, food systems, financial inclusion, and health access. Yet 8 out of 10 impact startups cannot access the capital they need to grow.
The problem is not a shortage of ideas — it’s a shortage of capital designed to support them.
Village Capital partners with foundations, corporations, and donors to redesign how capital flows, unlocking the social and financial capital entrepreneurs need to scale solutions that strengthen communities and markets.
Your support helps Village Capital unlock the social and financial capital entrepreneurs need to build resilient businesses and stronger communities.
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Trusted by 100+ corporations, foundations, and public institutions. For every $1 Village Capital has raised, our alumni have raised $90 in follow-on capital.
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News & Insights
Two-Phase Program Targets Both Accelerators And Startups In Africa
Accelerators and other startup programs in Africa play a key role helping entrepreneurs in the region succeed. But they often lack the resources needed to accomplish their jobs effectively.
Village Capital Impact Report 2024
Our 2024 impact report sheds light on our ecosystem-building strategy, introduces game-changing Village Capital alumni you should have on your radar, and delves into the themes that will continue to guide our work in 2025 and beyond.
Critical Role of ESOs in Advancing Impact Investing in Africa
Entrepreneur Support Organizations (ESOs) play a vital role in bridging the gap between promising ventures and investors seeking measurable impact.