Caribbean Development Bank / Compete Caribbean
Government fundSt. Michael · Seed
Investment thesis
The Caribbean Development Bank works to reduce poverty and inequality across its borrowing member countries by promoting inclusive, sustainable and resilient development. Its mandate is to help member states optimise the use of their resources, develop their economies, and expand production and trade. The bank mobilises financial resources from within and outside the region, promotes private and public investment, and supports regional and local financial institutions as well as regional credit and savings markets. It also provides technical assistance to borrowing members and works to develop and stimulate capital markets throughout the region, with an emphasis on good governance.
Source: firm website, verified Sep 6, 2026.
Investments · 6 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathA US$33 million programme launched in August 2016 to reduce vulnerability and improve quality of life by funding sustainable infrastructure projects across the Region.
The Bank's flagship poverty reduction programme, providing grant financing to vulnerable communities.
Helps CDB Borrowing Member Countries prepare resilient projects to tackle climate change.
A multi-donor fund supporting the development of the creative industries sector in the Caribbean.
Brings together emerging leaders aged 18 to 35 from across CDB's Borrowing Member Countries.
A resource centre for women entrepreneurs in the region.
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Caribbean Development Bank / Compete Caribbean made?
- Caribbean Development Bank / Compete Caribbean has 6 tracked investments.
- What stage does Caribbean Development Bank / Compete Caribbean invest at?
- Caribbean Development Bank / Compete Caribbean invests at the Seed stage.
- What sectors does Caribbean Development Bank / Compete Caribbean focus on?
- Caribbean Development Bank / Compete Caribbean focuses on AgTech, Cleantech, Climate Tech, Construction Tech, Creator Economy, EdTech, Energy, Fintech, Impact & Social Good, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Caribbean Development Bank / Compete Caribbean located?
- Caribbean Development Bank / Compete Caribbean is headquartered in St. Michael, BB.
- Does Caribbean Development Bank / Compete Caribbean lead rounds?
- Caribbean Development Bank / Compete Caribbean typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
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Evaluation Leadership for Development Results in the Caribbean
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Building a Culture of Evaluation in the Caribbean
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AI, Data, and Power: Shaping the Future of Evaluation in the Caribbean
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From Data to Action: Unlocking Evidence Use in the Caribbean
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Building a Caribbean Evaluation Space: Why It Matters Now
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The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) is a regional multilateral development bank that finances and supports development, resilience, and inclusive growth across its Borrowing Member Countries in the Caribbean.