R.I.S.E. Artisan Fund invests in artisan enterprises that are creating sustainable livelihoods in rural communities with few economic alternatives.

Micro, small and early-stage artisan enterprises typically lack the capital resources necessary for them to grow successfully. Catalytic capital is needed to support artisan enterprises in building more effective sales distribution, more efficient operations and more timely financial reporting. Only with appropriate capital and support will these artisan enterprises be able to grow.

Investment in artisan enterprises addresses key impact investment themes: women’s empowerment, sustainability and climate change.

Powered by Realize Impact and Sprout Enterprise®, the R.I.S.E Artisan Fund deploys capital using a range of investment vehicles from grants to revenue-based equity investments while seeking a return of capital for further investment, creating a reinvestment cycle that multiplies the catalytic impact of philanthropic capital.

R.I.S.E Artisan Fund invests in artisan enterprises who are redesigning business models based on:

• Sustainable and ethical business practices
• Skills development and training to increase sales and profitability for producers
• Revenue or profit sharing with producers
• Revitalization, revaluation and representation of traditional crafts and cultural heritage
• Shared ownership structures around brand, design and stories

Please get in touch if you'd like to learn more on how to use your donor advised fund, charitable contributions or investment capital to invest in our portfolio of impact opportunities.

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