Supporting SMEs in Africa, Asia, and Latin America since 2004

HOW DO WE DO IT?

Grassroots Business Fund (GBF) focuses on empowering high-impact Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Our mission is to economically uplift these SMEs by providing investment capital and access to technical assistance services. Our support targets competitive companies with business models that enhance income and reduce costs in low-income communities.

Our goal

Generating Impact

GBF actively contributes to poverty alleviation and economic growth in underserved communities by supporting inclusive SMEs. These SMEs create opportunities for economic mobility and generate income, making a significant impact on thousands of people in underserved communities.

18 years of blended finance

$396.3M

NET ECONOMIC VALUE (INCOMES + COST SAVINGS)


$9.7M

OF ECONOMIC VALUE PER $1 INVESTED


11,130

JOBS CREATED


6.3M

WOMEN IMPACTED


13.9M

FAMILY MEMBERS SUPPORTED


3.47M

FARMERS, ARTISANS, CONSUMERS SUPPORTED


Our work

Economic opportunity for all

Through our extensive first-hand experience and engagement with regional and local players, we have gained valuable insights and identified best practices to effectively assist others.

Our team

A dynamic and diverse team

Our team of experts specializes in investment consulting, impact advisory services, strategy formulation, commercial due diligence, and project finance.