Acumen

Acumen is a nonprofit social venture capital firm founded in 2001 by Jacqueline Novogratz, headquartered in Nairobi since 2008. The organization focuses on addressing poverty through entrepreneurial solutions, operating globally to create sustainable impacts. Acumen's mission revolves around "Patient Capital," which involves investing in local enterprises that can effectively tackle global poverty challenges. The firm has positively influenced over half a billion lives worldwide. Acumen invests in social enterprises across various sectors, including education, climate-resilient agriculture, and clean energy. It provides financial investments such as loans, grants, and equity, along with strategic support to help businesses grow and achieve sustainability. The organization also offers capacity-building programs and guidance to its portfolio companies, aiming to serve low-income communities in regions like East Africa, India, and Pakistan. Notable investments include support for EthioChicken, enhancing its operations and impact.