Digital Empowerment for Enterprises Displaced from Nagorno-Karabakh
Description and Goal The Digital Empowerment for Enterprises Displaced from Nagorno-Karabakh program aims to support business owners from Nagorno-Karabakh who have been forcibly displaced and are looking to revive their businesses in Armenia. This program is supported by the “Digital Transformation of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises in Eastern Partnership Countries” (DT4SME), funded by the German Federal […]
Meet the 10 Participants of the VIA Fund Investment-Readiness Program
Introducing the Next Wave of Impactful Ventures: Meet the 10 Participants of the VIA Fund Investment-Readiness Program Empowering social enterprises in Armenia, VIA Fund is thrilled to announce the launch of its new Investment-Readiness program! This intensive 3-month program will provide participants with essential skills and strategies to secure investment and push their ventures to […]
Catalyzing Change: Impact Investing for Socioeconomic Development
Last week, the VIA Fund team was thrilled to host an intimate event in collaboration with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). Our “Impact for Breakfast” gathering, held at Impact Hub Yerevan, brought together a diverse group of stakeholders passionate about driving positive change through impact investing. With representatives from various organizations and […]
How VIA Fund Portfolio Companies Respond to Crisis with Inspiring Resilience
In the face of the ongoing humanitarian crisis caused by the forced displacement of around 120,000 people from Artsakh(Nagorno-Karabakh) into Armenia, social enterprises supported by the VIA Fund have displayed remarkable resilience and adaptability. These companies, initially focused on various social missions, have shifted some or all of their attention to provide essential support to […]
Crafting an Effective Pitch Deck for an Impact Investor: A Step-by-Step Guide
One of the crucial components of this funding application process is creating a persuasive pitch deck. In this guide, we’ll walk you through what you need to craft the best possible pitch deck. One that captures the attention of VIA Fund and other impact investors and showcases the potential impact of your social enterprise. Before […]
Fostering Collaboration and Growth: Insights from Audrey Selian on the Social Impact Ecosystem in Armenia
Meet Audrey Selian, a founder and Board Member of Impact Hub Yerevan and an advisory board member of VIA Fund. An amazing individual with a wealth of experience and insight, Audrey shared her two cents about the social impact ecosystem in Armenia. With her extensive background in impact investment and involvement in various initiatives, Selian […]
Decoding Impact Investing: What VIA Fund’s Impact Investment Process for Social Enterprises in Armenia Looks Like
Welcome to VIA Fund’s groundbreaking approach to impact investing in Armenia! As the first-ever impact investment fund for social enterprises in the country, we are on a mission to support social enterprises that aim to deliver and maximize positive social impact on communities and the environment. This resource is here to take you through our […]
Celebrating VIA Fund’s New Portfolio Companies Making a Positive Impact
We are thrilled to announce the addition of four inspiring and impactful social enterprises to VIA Fund’s portfolio! These companies are dedicated to creating positive change in Armenia and have unique missions that aim to empower communities in need, promote inclusivity, and advance sustainable practices. Below, we will introduce each company, highlighting its impact missions, […]
Driving Positive Change: An Interview with Mikaël Donikian, Director of DONOS Conseil and VIA Fund Investor
We had the pleasure of sitting down with Mikaël Donikian, the director of DONOS Conseil and one of VIA Fund’s earliest investors and supporters. Mikaël brings a wealth of experience and a strong passion for impact investing to the table. In this interview, we delve into his journey into the world of impact investing, his […]
Apply to AXEL’23 and get ready to scale your impact!
The acceleration program will support social enterprises with high growth potential in developing their ventures and products towards marketability, making them investment-ready by providing access to professional networks, expert consultancy, entrepreneurship knowledge, and mentorship.
