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As the climate crisis worsens, it is clear traditional forms of agriculture are no longer fit for purpose. Our global food system has led to water scarcity, biodiversity loss, diet related disease and erosion of farmer well-being, the effects of which equate to nearly $20 trillion each year. There needs to be a global transition to regenerative agricultural practices which prioritize the sustainability of our global food system. You can read our full report ‘Financing for Regenerative Agriculture’ here: https://lnkd.in/euTYhRx3 #RegenerativeAgriculture #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateChange

In the US, business and homeownership have traditionally been primary paths to wealth accumulation, yet people of color have historically faced barriers in accessing these opportunities, widening the racial wealth gap. #ZeroGapFund invested in Apis & Heritage Capital Partners' Legacy Fund I to combat this disparity by converting companies with large workforces of color into 100% employee-owned. Their efforts have: - Mobilized $55 million in capital - Transitioned 3 businesses to employee ownership, benefiting 323 employee-owners, 90% of whom are BIPOC Together, we're not just preserving jobs but creating pathways to intergenerational wealth and economic empowerment. Find out more about our impact investing collaborative with the MacArthur Foundation: https://lnkd.in/enHhGbyX

Diverse and minority-led businesses are a growing segment of American firms, yet many face significant challenges accessing investment capital needed for growth. #ZeroGapFund invested in Founders First Capital Partners to address this funding gap for underserved small businesses led by women, military veterans, LGBTQIA+, and BIPOC founders. Impact highlights: - Mobilized $119+ million in capital - Facilitated 35 loans to small and medium businesses, with 89% benefiting individuals from underserved groups Together, we're fostering inclusive economic opportunities and driving meaningful impact in diverse communities. Learn more about our impact investing collaborative with the MacArthur Foundation in our 2023 State of the Portfolio report: https://lnkd.in/enHhGbyX

Women entrepreneurs across Southeast Asia often encounter significant barriers to starting and scaling their businesses, often due to limited access to financing. That's why #ZeroGapFund invested in Impact Investment Exchange (IIX) to champion women entrepreneurs in Southeast Asia through enhanced access to capital via the Women’s Livelihood Bond II. The impact speaks volumes: •Mobilized $10.5 million in capital •Expanded access to capital and support for 114,300 women in emerging markets •Supported 18,000+ women in attending financial literacy training sessions Learn more about our impact investing collaborative with the MacArthur Foundation in our 2023 State of the Portfolio report: https://lnkd.in/enHhGbyX

The correct answer is “A dish of delicacies.” Read the story here: https://lnkd.in/dAAHc_p8 #MatterOfImpact

We shared this story about Chef Rodrigo Pacheco, who’s on a quest to create a sustainable food corridor from the Galapagos to the Amazon. Can you find the correct answer to the question below? Article: https://lnkd.in/dAAHc_p8

"When people discuss climate, they talk about the Amazon. And that's important. But we have to focus on the semi-arid areas too. Why? Because most climate migration will come from there. And those areas are very important to food security." - Carlos Magno As droughts become more frequent and severe across Latin America, #BigBets Climate Fellow Carlos Magno is leading a multi-country initiative to: - Ensure equitable access to water and land - Boost food security in vulnerable communities - Develop climate-adaptive agricultural technologies Discover how Carlos and our other #BigBets Climate Fellows are reimagining climate solutions across Latin America and the Caribbean. Read: https://lnkd.in/ezNyrw-i #MatterOfImpact #BigBets #ClimateAction

"Women are on the frontlines, but often not among the decision-makers" - Xiomara Acevedo. Meet Xiomara, a #BigBets Climate Fellow bringing women's voices to the forefront of climate policy. Why? - Women face disproportionate climate impacts. - Often primary caregivers, women offer vital insights into community vulnerabilities and needs. - Including women's perspectives leads to more equitable and effective practices. Xiomara's organization, Fundación Barranquilla+20, has already reached over 32,000 people with climate education. Her #BigBet aims to mobilize thousands of women to participate in local and global climate governance. Discover how Xiomara and our other #BigBets Climate Fellows are reimagining climate solutions across Latin America and the Caribbean: https://lnkd.in/eBZycF-N #MatterOfImpact #BigBets #ClimateAction

Today on International #YouthDay, Plan International has launched the Youth Leadership Academy for Gender and Climate Action. We're proud to support the Academy as they invest in 40 youth leaders, a majority girls and young women, who are contributing to climate actions in Indonesia, India, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Thailand. “The climate crisis affects the future of young people, despite their minimal contribution to its causes. Their leadership is essential for accelerating climate action," says Deepali Khanna, Vice President for Asia at the Foundation. Learn more below 👇

“Gastronomy is a vehicle to convey an important message,” says Rodrigo Pacheco, one of our #BigBets Climate Fellows. Rodrigo is crafting a future where biodiversity thrives on our plates and in our forests. How? By creating the Biodiverse Edible Forest, a corridor of protected land stretching from the Galapagos to the Amazon. This approach aims to: - Protect and restore biodiversity - Preserve ancestral knowledge of indigenous peoples - Create economic opportunities for local communities Discover how Rodrigo and our other #BigBets Climate Fellows are reimagining climate solutions across Latin America and the Caribbean. Read: https://lnkd.in/e-4XyVPF #MatterOfImpact #BigBets #ClimateAction