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The problem
Poverty's problems need sustainable solutions
Over two-thirds of the world’s population is living in poverty.
The solution
Impact investing for change
Acumen takes a venture capital approach to seed and early-stage investing, supporting pioneering companies with patient capital.
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The role of design
Acumen focuses on innovative technology solutions that offer the potential to transform people’s lives and leapfrog traditional energy infrastructure.
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Impact
Acumen has impacted more than 263 million lives in 14 countries through $120 million invested in breakthrough innovations.
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Learn more about Acumen
Acumen intends to help entrepreneurs across East Africa, West Africa, India, and Pakistan reach 8 million people by 2026.
We are excited to put capital to work in ways that challenge conventional philanthropy and empower people to solve their own problems.
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