Investment Criteria

Eligible projects for the FIS 2.0 Fund are those that address social challenges at the base of the socio-economic pyramid through improvement of goods and services that generate a positive impact on the ability of at risk citizens to accumulate wealth, increase their income, and improve their quality of life.

These companies and social institutions may vary from non-profit organizations seeking to effectively scale their operations and achieve financial sustainability, to for-profit entities whose main focus is to generate social impact via goods and services.

Organizations meeting all the necessary requirements 1 through 8 would be eligible for investments of US$500k or more.

If a company or social institution meets all the necessary requirements, but does not have audited financial statements, or requires improving its social and / or legal management, it would be eligible for pre-investment, a period in which it must meet additional requirements to access the investment stage.

SOCIAL AND FINANCIAL CRITERIA

Profitable business model (current or anticipated).

Addresses a problem at the base of the socio-economic pyramid. The organization must demonstrate a commitment to generating positive social and/or environmental impact..

Team must demonstrate excellence and 100% dedication.

Company or Organization must be legally established in Chile.

At minimum, 2 years of sales.

At minimum, audited financial statements for the most recent 1 year of operations.

“Theory of Change” and socio-environmental result indicators.

Investment proposal and need of at least US$500k. Development of a financial model and legal investment structure.