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Envest Microfinance Cooperative is an impact investment fund manager established in 2006 in Madison, Wisconsin. We work with impact focused investors to provide financing to microfinance institutions (MFls) that generate social and environmental benefits in 10+ countries. Our MFI partners are committed to lending to traditionally marginalized borrowers, such as women and rural residents. Learn more

About us

GLOBAL IMPACT

Envest is currently active in 10+ countries and our portfolio is diversified across over 20 independent microfinance institutions. Read about the impact these MFIs have on their communities or click on the map below to learn about each MFI we are partnering with.

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

Investors can play a critical role in expanding financial inclusion in countries with a severe need for capital. We offer a meaningful opportunity for accredited investors* to make a difference in the world through microfinance. Ready to invest? Contact us

PORTFOLIO

Envest’s portfolio is diversified across local microfinance institutions in countries where there is limited access to credit. For about half of our partners, Envest was the first foreign creditor to provide them with a much-needed infusion of cash in their local communities.
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$1000 average loan for individual borrowers
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Percentage of rural borrowers: 68%
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Percentage of women borrowers: 57%
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100% of investment money is lent to our global partners

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    *According to SEC an accredited investor is an individual who has a net worth of over US$1 million (excluding primary residence), or an annual income of over US$200,000.