Social Equity Fund

SEF is an investment vehicle that finances Small and Growing Businesses (SGBs) in developing and emerging economies with a unique model. Based on a strong local presence, SEF’s partnership approach combines financial instruments along with governance and business support. SEF was established in 2014 to expand this ‘missing model for the missing middle’, that proved to be effective in Latin America, to Africa and Asia. SEF partners with SGBs that have a key role in productive value chains, creating a positive social and environmental impact. These SGBs are closely linked to the communities around, for example by providing market access to products of local farmers or by offering sanitation services that improve the local living standards. Assisting SGBs in their path of growth and transformation into quality businesses, SEF contributes to flourishing and sustainable local economies and has a tangible impact on the livelihood of low-income communities.