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Building thriving communities through economic inclusion
Lives change when underserved small and micro businesses gain access to the global economy.
Financial inclusion fuels the future
By providing women-owned and other underserved entrepreneurs with access to capital, digital skills and financial skills, Visa Foundation helps empower businesses that form the backbone of economies worldwide.
Supporting small businesses benefits everyone
When underserved entrepreneurs gain business skills, access to capital and greater chances for growth, the positive effects ripple across communities.
They’re an economic force
They’re the majority + 90 % More than 9 out of 10 businesses worldwide are small businesses.
They’re the majority
+90%
More than 9 out of 10 businesses worldwide are small businesses.
They’re job creators + 70 % Small businesses provide more than half of the world’s employment.
They’re job creators
+70%
Small businesses provide more than half of the world’s employment.
They’re income generators 50 % In emerging economies, small businesses create $2.50 out of every $5 in GDP.
They’re income generators
50%
In emerging economies, small businesses create $2.50 out of every $5 in GDP.
Underserved entrepreneurs have many avenues for growth
Critical services deficit 1/3 Globally, only a third of businesses are owned by women.
Critical services deficit
1/3
Globally, only a third of businesses are owned by women.
Financial services disparity 70 % Most women-owned small businesses lack adequate access to financial services.
Financial services disparity
70%
Most women-owned small businesses lack adequate access to financial services.
Venture funding gap 0.03 % For every $100 in venture capital funding, Black female founders receive just 3 cents.
Venture funding gap
0.03%
For every $100 in venture capital funding, Black female founders receive just 3 cents.
Paving paths to economic mobility
Here are some of the organizations we partner with to help women-owned and other underserved small businesses transform their futures.
GRANTS Women’s World Banking
Partnering with trusted organizations to deliver business skills and education that can power growth.
GRANTS AND INVESTMENTS COMBINED Root Capital
Providing direct access to capital and resources that help small businesses get ahead.
INVESTMENTS
California Rebuilding Fund
Giving loans, advisory services and opportunity to small businesses that have historically been underserved.
INVESTMENTS
Elevar Equity
Creating more equitable access to products and services that are essential for household growth.
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