Einstein Rising

Vista Ventures Social Impact Fund is an American tax exempt non-profit organization that provides education and financial support to social entrepreneurs in developing countries in Africa, South Asia and Latin America. They bridge the gap to the first investment capital raised by early stage for-profit social enterprises from angel investors, funds and other sources of commercial capital. Because of the challenges and new business models encountered in developing countries, the process of raising capital often requires more time, complexity and expense. In addition to advice, Vista Ventures assists social entrepreneurs to validate the business model, recruit additional members of the management team, close initial sales with key customers, and/or reach agreement with lead investors. As a small organization, Vista Ventures accomplish these tasks using only experienced volunteers so every dollar raised goes toward assistance to social entrepreneurs. The end result is sustainable progress toward alleviating poverty and climate change as well as increasing agricultural productivity among the people who need it most.

Type

Implementation Partner / Program Delivery

Role
Runs the SunSow Girls Football Tournament
Works directly with farmers and communities in Kiboga
Supports education + agriculture + market access

Type

Product + Innovation Partner

Role
Creator of SeatPack (chair + desk + solar kit)
Supplies classroom solutions to rural schools
Key partner in finding and vetting Uganda schools to participate in the Sister School Program