Yoff Ventures

Early-stage backing for impact founders in emerging markets


What we do

Yoff Ventures is a managed angel syndicate that backs emerging-market impact founders when they need it most.

Source
We identify exceptional early-stage founders in emerging markets building high-impact businesses for an inclusive, sustainable future.
Fund
We provide their first significant external capital, when they are most isolated: too ambitious for microfinance, too early for impact funds.
Build
We establish and join their first board and actively support growth through coaching, methodology, structure and network.
Graduate
We bring the best ventures to the point where institutional capital takes over; high returns on winners offset portfolio risks.

What we look for

Our investment focus is on inclusive business models using climate-friendly innovations for underserved groups.

Transformational
A clear, measurable social or environmental benefit is built into the product or model.
Viable
A real business with scalable, profitable unit economics.
Authentic
Founders who pair genuine mission with commercial discipline, and have already shown their commitment and resilience.