• Capacity Development Provider

Heifer International

Heifer International contributes to the growth of small and growing businesses (SGBs) in low income countries through the development of pro-poor, wealth-creating value chains in the agriculture sector. Our model recognizes that markets play a pivotal role in achieving our mission to end poverty and hunger, while caring for the Earth.

  • Stages of Support

    • Idea
    • Start-up
    • Early
    • Growth
    • Mature

  • Nonfinancial Support

    • Leadership development
    • Access to networks and partners
    • Business strategy and planning
    • Financial management
    • Value / supply chain development
    • Legal, accounting, other office services
    • Investor matchmaking

  • Intervention Type

    • Provide financial support to intermediaries
    • Promote and educate about entrepreneurship

  • Sectors of Focus

    • Agriculture & Food
    • Education
    • Environment
    • Supply chain services
    • Infrastructure / facilities development

  • Stakeholder or Business Model Focus

    • Social enterprise
    • Youth entrepreneurs

  • Impact objectives

    • Access to financial services
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