Mercy Corps Ventures, based in Portland, Oregon, focuses on early-stage investments in resilience-building solutions for underserved communities. Founded in 2015 as the impact investing arm of Mercy Corps, the firm targets sectors such as adaptive agriculture and food systems, inclusive fintech, and climate-smart technologies. They have supported over 40 ventures, helping them scale and secure more than $400 million in follow-on capital. Typical investment rounds include pre-seed, seed, and Series A stages.
Notable portfolio companies include Cloud to Street, Goldfinch, Payhippo, and Topl. Mercy Corps Ventures is led by key partners who leverage their expertise from affiliations with global development initiatives to drive impactful investments. Their investment philosophy centers on creating scalable solutions that enhance community resilience. Additionally, the firm offers unique value-add services such as strategic guidance and access to a broad network within the global development sector.
Mercy Corps Ventures - Portfolio Snapshot
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Mercy Corps Ventures, a Portland-based financial services firm, invests in early-stage ventures for resilience-building solutions in underserved communities.
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