No Poverty

End poverty in all its forms everywhere.

From the United Nations: “Extreme poverty persists, affecting one in ten people worldwide. Without a significant acceleration in efforts, 8.9 percent of the global population will still be living in extreme poverty by 2030 under the revised international poverty line.”

257 opportunities in CapShift’s Research Engine are working towards achieving this goal

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Story of Impact – One Acre Fund

Alphonsine, a 24-year-old farmer from Rwamagana, Rwanda, experienced the transformative power of One Acre Fund when her parents’ harvest grew from just one bag to five. Inspired by the impact, she knew she wanted to be part of it. “That’s why I didn’t hesitate to join,” she says. Since enrolling in 2020, Alphonsine has significantly increased her own yields. With the surplus, she began selling crops and generating extra income—enough to open a small shop and invest in solar lamps to light both her home and business. “Now I can serve my customers late into the evening because I have light,” she shares proudly.

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Zero Hunger

From the United Nations: “Global hunger and food insecurity have declined in recent years but remain above pre-pandemic levels. In 2024, an estimated 8.2 percent of the global population faced hunger and about 28 percent – nearly 2.3 billion people – were moderately or severely food insecure.”

116 opportunities in CapShift’s Research Engine are working towards achieving this goal

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Story of Impact – Fair Food Network

Damian’s Craft Meats is developing the only USDA-inspected meat processing facility within a 70-mile radius in its Midwest region. The BIPOC-owned venture aims to improve local food infrastructure by supporting regional agriculture, reducing transportation needs, and easing processing constraints for farmers. The facility will operate with a focus on regenerative practices and fair labor standards. Fair Food Network provided early investment and strategic support, helping leverage over $4 million in combined USDA, public, and private funding to move the project forward.

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Good Health and Well-Being

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

From the United Nations: “Global health progress is slowing after decades of gains. Between 2000 and 2019, maternal and child mortality declined significantly; the HIV incidence rate fell; and healthy life expectancy increased by over five years. However, COVID-19 reversed some of these gains, cutting life expectancy by 1.8 years and slowing progress towards nearly all health-related SDG targets.”

261 opportunities in CapShift’s Research Engine are working towards achieving this goal

Story of Impact – RH Capital Fund II

Twentyeight Health, a portfolio company, is expanding access to reproductive and sexual healthcare for underserved women—especially Medicaid recipients and those in rural areas—through a mission-driven telehealth platform that now serves over 100,000 users, 60% of whom are low-income and 59% living in non-urban settings. By offering smartphone-accessible care and expanding into services like STI testing and prenatal care, Twentyeight is proving that equitable, high-quality healthcare can be both impactful and scalable.

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Good Health and Well-Being

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

From the United Nations: “Global health progress is slowing after decades of gains. Between 2000 and 2019, maternal and child mortality declined significantly; the HIV incidence rate fell; and healthy life expectancy increased by over five years.

However, COVID-19 reversed some of these gains, cutting life expectancy by 1.8 years and slowing progress towards nearly all health-related SDG targets.”

261 opportunities in CapShift’s Research Engine are working towards achieving this goal

Twentyeight Health, a portfolio company, is expanding access to reproductive and sexual healthcare for underserved women—especially Medicaid recipients and those in rural areas—through a mission-driven telehealth platform that now serves over 100,000 users, 60% of whom are low-income and 59% living in non-urban settings. By offering smartphone-accessible care and expanding into services like STI testing and prenatal care, Twentyeight is proving that equitable, high-quality healthcare can be both impactful and scalable.

Quality Education

From the United Nations: “Education is vital for sustainable development, yet progress remains off track. While enrolment and completion rates have improved since 2015, with girls outperforming boys in most regions, progress is slowing… 272 million children and youth remained out of school in 2023.”

102 opportunities in CapShift’s Research Engine are working towards achieving this goal

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Story of Impact – Dreamers Graduate Loan Fund

With the aid of the Dreamers Graduate Loan Program, Ji Wan was able to finance graduate school for a Masters in Psychology. Wan says that “the loan changed my situation a lot. I honestly didn’t think I’d be able to go to grad school without it, especially when every other loan program I spoke with said I wasn’t a citizen [and therefore was not eligible for a loan]. I’m really glad that there are people out there who believe in providing opportunities for DACA individuals like me,” he added. Wan is one of 320 Dreamers that the loan program has supported since it was first launched.

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Gender Equality

From the United Nations: “Despite progress, discriminatory laws and gender-based norms continue to hinder gender equality. Women remain underrepresented in decision-making and leadership roles and often lack autonomy over sexual and reproductive health, land rights and technology access.”

153 opportunities in CapShift’s Research Engine are working towards achieving this goal

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Story of Impact – MCE Global Capital

Ethical Apparel Africa, based in Ghana, is a garment manufacturer focused on ethical and sustainable practices. With a $750K loan from MCE—its first institutional debt funder—the company expanded operations and gained investor confidence. It now employs over 400 full-time staff, 70% of whom are women, all earning double the national minimum wage.

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Clean Water and Sanitation

From the United Nations: “While steady progress expanded access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene services between 2015 and 2024, billions remain underserved. In 2024, 2.2 billion people lacked safely managed drinking water, 3.4 billion went without safely managed sanitation and 1.7 billion lacked basic hygiene services at home.

67 opportunities in CapShift’s Research Engine are working towards achieving this goal

Story of Impact – WaterEquity Global Access Fund

A Water.org partner since 2020, Samasta offers Sajal, a 12–24-month water and sanitation loan ranging from $170 to $400. Client surveys indicate most borrowers used the funds to build toilets, leading to improved family health and time savings. In 2024, Samasta received its first $11.7 million loan from WaterEquity Fund IV, projected to provide clean water and safe sanitation to over 800,000 people over six years.

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Affordable and Clean Energy

Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.

From the United Nations: Renewable energy is the fastest-growing energy source today, and it is projected to surpass coal as the primary electricity source in 2025. However, achieving Goal 7 targets demands substantially increasing clean-energy investments, particularly in developing economies. Without accelerated investments and action, 645 million people will still lack electricity access, and 1.8 billion will lack access to clean cooking in 2030.”

240 opportunities in CapShift’s Research Engine are working towards achieving this goal

Story of Impact – SEACEF

In 2024, Mober, the Philippines’ pioneer in green logistics, expanded its electric vehicle fleet to 110 units, reducing over 1,500 tons of CO2 annually. Through partnerships with IKEA and Nestle, and support from Clime Capital and ADI, Mober integrated advanced ESG systems and real-time CO2 tracking. This innovation not only enhanced operational efficiency but also set a new standard for sustainable logistics in Southeast Asia, demonstrating how early catalytic investments can crowd in commercial capital to accelerate decarbonization and innovation in logistics.

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Decent Work and Employment

From the United Nations: “Global economic growth is falling short. GDP per capita growth is projected to slow to just 1.5 percent in 2025 due to heightened trade tensions and policy uncertainty.”

389 opportunities in CapShift’s Research Engine are working towards achieving this goal

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Story of Impact – Seed Commons

When Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina, the low-income immigrant communities supported by PODER Emma—a member of Seed Commons—were hit hard. Years of grassroots organizing laid the foundation for a resilient, community-led recovery. The Chispas worker cooperative quickly mobilized into a chainsaw brigade to clear debris, and PODER Emma’s newly acquired economic hub became a vital emergency center for distributing supplies and coordinating aid. This response exemplifies the Seed Commons model: not just access to capital, but empowering communities to steward resources and lead their own recovery.

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Reduced Inequalities

From the United Nations: “Since 2015, most countries have seen income and consumption growth for the bottom 40 percent of their population outpace the national average, though disparities persist among regions and countries at different income levels. The labour income share of GDP fails to show progress, contributing to rising inequality. Reports of discrimination are rising globally, with higher prevalence among urban residents, women, persons with disabilities, the poorest and those with lower education levels.”

480 opportunities in CapShift’s Research Engine are working towards achieving this goal

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Story of Impact – Oweesta

In the small town of Hulbert, Oklahoma, Zach and Rachel Weeks—members of the Peoria and Otoe-Missouria Tribes—turned a shared love for trucking into Z&W Trucking. Inspired by Zach’s childhood memories of his grandfather’s truck driving days, the couple took a leap of faith in 2017 and bought their first truck. The road wasn’t easy, but when traditional banks couldn’t support their vision, Local Bank Hulbert, a Native- and female-owned CDFI, stepped in. Today, with eight trucks and a team of drivers, the Weeks family is proof that with trust, grit, and the right partners, dreams can drive real change.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities

From the United Nations: “With rapid urbanization and now over half the world’s population living in cities, housing affordability has reached crisis levels. Up to 3 billion people worldwide struggle to afford a place to live, and 1.12 billion live in slums or informal settlements without basic services. Climate threats intensify urban vulnerabilities.”

292 opportunities in CapShift’s Research Engine are working towards achieving this goal

Story of Impact – Pacific Community Ventures

Pierre Middleton-Baez, born and raised in San Francisco, co-founded New Found Growth Corporation, a majority-owned general contracting firm focused on sustainable construction. Despite challenges like union politics and cash flow issues, Pierre’s vision held strong. When traditional financing fell short, Pacific Community Ventures provided a restorative capital loan through its Climate Justice Mobilization Fund, helping him meet payroll and complete a major roofing project. The support enabled Pierre to deliver on a key contract and position his business for future growth—advancing climate resilience and economic mobility in his community.

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Responsible Consumption and Production

From the United Nations: “Food waste, food loss and electronic waste are reaching unprecedented levels, while rising consumption continues to drive increases in domestic material consumption and material footprint. These trends are placing growing pressure on the environment, accelerating climate change and exacerbating global resource inequalities.”

182 opportunities in CapShift’s Research Engine are working towards achieving this goal

Story of Impact – Closed Loop Partners

In 2023, Closed Loop Partners acquired a majority stake in Sage Sustainable Electronics to advance the circular economy in IT asset disposition. Sage processes over 600,000 devices annually, with 53% refurbished and reused—cutting landfill waste, material extraction, and emissions. Serving Fortune 100 clients in finance and healthcare, Sage extends IT asset life through secure data destruction and refurbishment. With Closed Loop’s support, Sage gains capital, expertise, and a network to scale its impact. “They truly share our commitment to sustainability and reuse,” said CEO Bob Houghton.

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Climate Action

From the United Nations: “Climate change is accelerating, with 2024 marking the hottest year on record, at approximately 1.55°C above pre-industrial levels. Extreme weather is intensifying, driving the highest climate-related displacement in 16 years and worsening food insecurity, economic losses and instability. Although one year above 1.5°C does not mean the Paris Agreement has been breached, it serves as a clarion call for increasing ambition and accelerating action in this critical decade, as current global efforts fall far short of what is needed.”

572 opportunities in CapShift’s Research Engine are working towards achieving this goal

Story of Impact: GEF US Climate Solutions Fund II

Lifecycle Renewables, a GEF portfolio company is advancing sustainable energy through its partnership with Vicinity Energy, the largest district energy provider in the U.S. By supplying TruBurn™-a biogenic heating oil made from waste vegetable oils and fats-Lifecycle is helping Vicinity transition away from fossil fuel-based heating to a low-carbon, renewable alternative. This collaboration supports Vicinity’s goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and promotes circular economy practices by repurposing food industry waste into clean energy.

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Life Below Water

From the United Nations: “Oceans and seas are vital to life on Earth, regulating climate, sustaining biodiversity, supporting livelihoods and food security, enabling global trade and providing countless ecosystem services. Yet they face mounting threats from overfishing, pollution, biodiversity loss and climate change. Despite growing conservation efforts, only 8.4 percent of the ocean is classified as marine protected areas, far short of the target of 30 percent by 2030.”

31 opportunities in CapShift’s Research Engine are working towards achieving this goal

Life on Land

From the United Nations: “Persistent challenges continue to hinder progress in protecting life on land, managing natural resources sustainably and combatting the biodiversity crisis. Global forest cover is shrinking; protection of key biodiversity areas has stalled recently, and species extinction is accelerating.”

90 opportunities in CapShift’s Research Engine are working towards achieving this goal

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Story of Impact – The Conservation Fund

In 2024, The Conservation Fund protected 51,810 acres through recoverable grants and revolving capital. These efforts supported Tribal Nations reclaiming ancestral lands, farmers gaining secure access to working lands, and communities safeguarding clean water and outdoor spaces. With a total acquisition value of $195M secured for $161.9M, this work delivered lasting benefits to people, ecosystems, and local economies—ensuring conservation serves those who depend on it most.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions

From the United Nations: “Violence and conflict continue to drive human suffering and displacement. In 2024, nearly 50,000 lives were lost to conflict – one every 12 minutes – disproportionately affecting women and children. By the end of 2024, 123.2 million people were forcibly displaced.”

25 opportunities in CapShift’s Research Engine are working towards achieving this goal

Story of Impact – Kiva Capital Refugee

Mbazimutima and Beata, refugees from the Democratic Republic of Congo living in Uganda, were previously denied credit due to their refugee status and lack of collateral. After meeting a loan officer, they secured a small loan to purchase a motorized scooter, enabling them to deliver water across the settlement. They began selling over 1,000 jerry cans per day, successfully repaid their loan, and later qualified for a second loan to expand their shop and meet increased community demand.

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Partnerships for the Goals

From the United Nations: “Low- and middle-income countries faced record-high $1.4 trillion debt-servicing costs in 2023, compounded by a $4 trillion annual investment gap that severely constrained SDG achievement. Despite increased financial flows from official and private sources, official development assistance declined by 7.1 percent after five years of growth, with further cuts expected through 2025.”

51 opportunities in CapShift’s Research Engine are working towards achieving this goal

Story of Impact – Dirt Capital Partners

Diamond E. Ranch, a 22,000-acre property in Cochise County, Arizona, joined the Iroquois Valley portfolio in 2024. The purchase was made possible through collaboration with Dirt Capital Partners and conservation groups. Nestled near the Swisshelm Mountains and bordering wildlife refuges, the ranch lies in a vital grassland zone where the Sonoran and Chihuahuan deserts meet. It supports rare species, pollinators, and birds. Conservation work includes rainwater capture, berm construction, and habitat restoration. The ranch is now pursuing organic certification and designation as an Audubon Conservation Ranch to formalize its sustainable land practices.

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