Yunus Social Business Colombia
Impact investorBerlin · Seed–Growth · 32 people tracked
Investment thesis
Yunus Social Business channels philanthropic donations into investments in local social businesses, recycling returns to multiply social impact over time. It provides long-term, patient loans alongside hands-on growth support delivered by local teams, focusing on enterprises that deliver employment, education, healthcare, clean water and clean energy. Founded on the social business model pioneered by Nobel laureate Prof. Muhammad Yunus and the Grameen Bank, the organization also partners with corporations to build corporate social businesses. It operates across East Africa, Latin America and India, reaching over 17 million people.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 32 people
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Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Yunus Social Business Colombia invest at?
- Yunus Social Business Colombia invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth stages.
- What sectors does Yunus Social Business Colombia focus on?
- Yunus Social Business Colombia focuses on EdTech, Energy, Healthtech, Impact & Social Good.
- Where is Yunus Social Business Colombia located?
- Yunus Social Business Colombia is headquartered in Berlin, DE.
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Turning Waste Into Value: Cofresco's social business and their shift toward plastic circularity
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An Unlikely But Immensely Impactful Partnership: BCG and Yunus Social Business
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