Working Capital for Community Needs (WCCN) is proud to announce its selection for the fourth consecutive year on the prestigious ImpactAssets 50 (IA 50) Emerging Impact Manager list for 2024. This recognition highlights WCCN's continuous commitment to creating meaningful impact throughout Latin America and our innovative approach of lifting up underserved communities.
The IA 50 Emerging Impact Manager list aims to spotlight newer fund managers demonstrating potential to generate significant positive change. WCCN's inclusion in this list is a testament to our dedication to fostering access to microfinance and social services that support low-income entrepreneurs and families in Latin America.
"We are honored to be selected for the fourth year in a row to be a part of the ImpactAssets 50. Being on the list has helped WCCN attract more supporters and capital to its mission, as well as to introduce us to a global audience. Our inclusion on the list is a testament to the hard work of so many people over the last 40 years to create and grow one of the first social impact funds in the world."
- Will Harris, Executive Director of WCCN
For four decades, WCCN has been a trailblazer in the social impact fund space, investing over $160 million to reach nearly 22,500 end borrowers in 2022 alone. Our organization supports individuals, families, and communities by sustaining partnerships with microfinance organizations and agricultural cooperatives in ten Latin American countries.
“The IA 50 has become a trusted resource in the industry, not only for its comprehensive listing but also for its rigorous selection process managed by a diverse and expert review committee. The record number of applications this year reflects the growth and maturation of impact investing in the global financial landscape,"
- Sandra Osborne Kartt, CFA, Deputy Chief Investment Officer of ImpactAssets Capital Partners
As a leader in impact investing, ImpactAssets is dedicated to changing the trajectory of the planet's future and improving the lives of people globally. The organization empowers impact investors and philanthropists by providing access to investing opportunities and customized solutions that promote positive change.
WCCN is humbled by ImpactAssets and we are eager to utilize this recognition as a catalyst for advancing our mission and broadening our impact, continuing to foster opportunities for individuals, families, and communities across Latin America.
