About

Oikocredit is a global cooperative and social impact investor dedicated to promoting sustainable development by providing loans, equity investments, and capacity building to organizations focused on financial inclusion, agriculture, and renewable energy. Founded in 1975, Oikocredit's mission is to empower low-income individuals and communities to improve their livelihoods. By supporting partner organizations in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, Oikocredit aims to create a positive social impact while safeguarding the environment and generating fair financial returns for its investors. How Oikocredit Works: Oikocredit offers its products and services to organizations reaching people on low incomes across Africa, Asia, and Latin America and the Caribbean. Their loyal and committed investors, members, and donors provide the funds for the loans, equity investments, and capacity building they offer. To maximize social impact, Oikocredit focuses on three sectors: financial inclusion, agriculture, and renewable energy. Their local presence is essential for selecting the right partners to work with, fostering long-term relationships, and providing capacity building. The loans, equity investments, and capacity building that Oikocredit provides help their partners build strong and sustainable social businesses. In turn, their partners increase their outreach and improve access to products and services that meet the needs of people on low incomes. Their partners also finance small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that create and sustain jobs.

Eligibility

• Microfinance institutions, cooperatives, agri enterprises in developing countries