IVY START
Small Business Seed Fund
Small startup investments and guidance to help families establish income-generating businesses.
Pakistan — Pakistan 2023 Capacity Building
Active
The Need
Families with the drive to start a small business often lack the capital to begin.
Our Response
Small seed investments (from roughly $60) paired with guidance on getting a business running.
Impact
See the related story: From a Small Investment to a Sustainable Business.
Sustainability
Businesses are independently operated by recipients after the initial investment.
Beneficiaries
Many people
Budget
1000
Partnership Opportunity
Open to funding additional seed grants at $60–$500 per business.