Common Fund for Commodities

📅 Update! Our #webinar for the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty has been rescheduled to Tuesday, 29 October 2024 at 15:00 CET. We’re honored to have Dr. Howard Nicholas as our keynote speaker. With over 40 years of experience as an economist and a history of accurate forecasts on global crises, Dr. Nicholas brings unparalleled expertise in financial markets and development economics. 🌐 Join us to  explore how can we collectively combat poverty by transforming economic systems and ensuring that growth benefits everyone. Register now!🌿📝https://lnkd.in/ekgRzGcu 💻 #EndPoverty #Empowerment #DignityForAll #PovertyEradication

As part of our unwavering commitment to advancing the ACT Fund, Michael van den Berg will join the GIIN Impact Forum 2024 in Amsterdam! 🌍 Fresh from the dynamic conversations at Climate Week at the United Nations, we aim to build upon the momentum generated in New York, deepening discussions around climate finance, sustainable agriculture, smallholder agriculture, and blended finance. These are not just buzzwords; they are the cornerstones of a future where financial markets are leveraged to bring concessional and de-risked finance for SMEs(small and medium enterprises) and smallholders to drive real, transformative change and thereby alleviating poverty for a liveable world. The Global Impact Investing Network (#GIIN) offers a crucial opportunity to redefine global finance and finding actionable solutions that are not only necessary but urgent. 🌿 #ImpactInvesting #ClimateAction #SustainableAgriculture #BlendedFinance #ACTFund

Hear insights from Michael van den Berg's engaging discussion with Daniela Vega and Anna Merrall Nelson at UNGA Climate Week🌍 As our momentum grows, we aim to capitalize on our VACS collaboration with U.S. Department of State Special Envoy for Global Food Security Dr. Cary Fowler to drive impactful change in food security and resilience, ultimately building stronger, more resilient food systems.🌿

On this International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, we are reminded that the struggle against poverty is not just about economics—it’s about dignity, opportunity, and justice. 👩🌾 Today, over 700 million people around the world still face extreme poverty, a staggering figure that reflects deep systemic challenges. Yet, as daunting as this reality may be, it is also a call to action—a call for collaboration, innovation, and unwavering commitment to a world where no one is left behind. 🌍 As CFC we acknowledge the resilience and strength of those who endure the hardships of poverty every day. Their stories inspire us to strive for a world where everyone has the chance to thrive, and where the cycle of poverty is not just addressed but fundamentally broken. 🤝 #EndPoverty #Empowerment #DignityForAll #PovertyEradication #Impact

🌍 Join us for a special webinar on the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty! This year’s theme, "Ending Social and Institutional Maltreatment: Acting Together for Just, Peaceful, and Inclusive Societies," highlights the importance of empowering individuals in poverty. Poverty isn’t just about lack of resources—it's about providing people with the tools and opportunities to thrive. 🙌 📅 Date: Thursday, 17 October 2024 ⏰ Time: 15:00 - 16:00 CET 📍 Where: Online 💻 Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/ekgRzGcu Let’s unite to explore how we can equip individuals in poverty with the tools and opportunities to take charge of their future, reclaim their dignity, and help create a world where everyone can thrive and contribute to building just, inclusive societies. 🤝🌍 #EndPoverty #Empowerment #DignityForAll #PovertyEradication

🌍 The CFC welcomes the Pact for the Future’s focus on eradicating poverty and developing sustainable food systems. Adopted at the UN Summit 2024, the pact is a critical step towards the global cooperation needed to address humanity's biggest challenges. Key actions that align with our mission include eradicating hunger, reducing poverty, closing the financing gap, humanizing value chains and promoting gender equality. We will continue playing our part by empowering smallholder farmers, supporting the adoption of climate-smart technologies and strengthening food systems. Together we can build a resilient, sustainable future for all! 🌱 Read more about the Pact for the Future: https://lnkd.in/eKybkqS9 #SDGLive, #GlobalGoals #PactForTheFuture #CFC #ClimateAction #2030Agenda #SDGs #ImpactInvesting

☕ Celebrating smallholders on International Coffee Day! While enjoying your morning brew, spare a thought for the hardworking hands behind every cup. 👩🌾 Coffee producers worldwide face numerous challenges including: 📉 Price volatility 💵Low incomes 🌱 Climate change Each one threatens their livelihoods and their ability to overcome poverty. The key to their survival is fair trade, access to markets and sustainability.🌍 These are core values in all our coffee investments. We pledge to continue raising awareness and supporting initiatives that ensure fair prices, better working conditions, and sustainable practices for the farmers who make our daily coffee possible. 🍃🤝 #CFC #FairTrade #SupportFarmers #Sustainability #CoffeeDay2024 #Coffee

UN Climate Week 2024 was a great opportunity for our ACT Fund Investment Director, Michael van den Berg, to connect with innovators in agtech such as Andrew Mack. 🌍✨ Michael also spread the word about how ACT Fund is supporting smallholder farmers to benefit from regenerative farming methods, with a little help from a handful of Central Park soil (which he's returned!).🍃 👩🌾 The event has made us even more determined to amplify ACT Fund's positive impact where it is needed most. 🤝

🌱✨ Celebrating 36 years of the Common Fund for Commodities!✨🌱 Since 1989, the Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) has been working to break the cycle of poverty through impact investing. By supporting value chain diversification for smallholders and SMEs, we empower farmers and producers to thrive. 👩🌾 👨🌾 The CFC team recently visited Fruittuin Van West, a biodynamic orchard in Amsterdam, as a part of our celebration of our 36th anniversary of existence. 🌿 At Fruittuin van West, an innovative entrepreneurship for circular and integrated processes with the environment, creating a system where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts—fruit growing, poultry farming, biodiversity, and composting all working in harmony. 🍃🍎🌻 As we reflect on our visit and journey, we remain committed to fostering partnerships that promote sustainable agriculture and empower smallholder farmers. 🤝 Together, we aim to drive positive impact and build a fairer, more resilient global economy. 🌍💚 #CFC #SustainableDevelopment #ImpactInvestment #Agriculture #TeamCFC #SmallholderFarmers