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The Social Entrepreneurs' Fund
The Social Entrepreneurs' Fund is a venture capital firm based in New York, New York. Founded in 2011, it invests in technology solutions for low-income...
The Social Entrepreneurs' Fund
The Social Entrepreneurs' Fund is a venture capital firm based in New York, New York. Founded in 2011, it invests in technology solutions for low-income communities across sectors. The firm's portfolio includes companies offering software and services for access to clean energy, healthcare, education, and other services.
General information
Firm type
Private Equity
Year founded
2012
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
New York
Corporate office
New York, NY, United States
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Does The Social Entrepreneurs' Fund make concessionary investments or accept below-market returns?
No. The fund targets commercial, market-rate venture returns on every investment. Its thesis holds that the largest social problems represent large addressable markets, and that business models serving low-income populations can generate venture-scale outcomes without subsidy. The firm does not blend program-related or concessionary capital into its venture funds.
How does the firm measure social impact alongside financial returns?
The firm applies a dual-materiality screen at the point of investment: a company must demonstrate a direct, measurable link between its revenue growth and a defined social outcome. This is not a separate impact report produced post-investment. The business model itself must scale the outcome — for example, a healthcare platform earning revenue per Medicaid patient served, or an edtech tool paid per low-income learner credentialed.
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