Acumen

Acumen invests in entrepreneurs and help them build a more inclusive world.

Acumen is a global collective of entrepreneurs, investors, philanthropists, and social innovators dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty. They operate in markets where capital can transform the lives of people left behind by business as usual.

Since 2021, Acumen has focused on tackling the toughest poverty-related challenges by investing capital in smart solutions and innovative entrepreneurs who are building a more equitable and sustainable world. As of 2023, Acumen has invested $260 million into 215 companies, impacting 648 million lives.

Acumen invests patient capital in sectors such as agriculture, education, energy, healthcare, and workforce solutions.

Latest news and articles

The Hindu Kush Himalaya Innovation Challenge for Entrepreneurs (HKH-ICE) 2.0  is now open!

Together with the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD), we are pleased to launch the second round of HKH-ICE.

Looking ahead with gratitude and shared purpose

Thank you for your support in 2025. We look forward to collaborating with you in 2026.

GRP launches Mobilising Business for Resilience to accelerate private sector action on climate adaptation and resilience

Launched at COP30 with IFC, Mobilising Business for Resilience (MBR) is a new platform helping companies turn climate risk awareness into action.

Meet the winners of the TECH4Resilience Challenge

Eight initiatives using AI-powered solutions to advance climate and disaster preparedness.

WBCSD and GRP announce the winners of the Climate Resilience Awards 

The winning submissions showcase real and cross-cutting solutions alongside COP30 Belem.