Women of the World Endowment
Company: Women of the World Endowment
Description: Women of the World Endowment (WoWE) stands as a pioneering force in the realm of venture capital and private equity principles, representing the first missionaligned endowment dedicated to investing in and through women. WoWE focuses on generating market-rate risk-adjusted returns while simultaneously creating a profound social impact. Their mission is to develop pathways that facilitate mainstream investing in female-driven initiatives, recognizing women as crucial Changemakers who foster resilient and sustainable investment systems, communities, and economies.
By inviting co-investment opportunities, Women of the World Endowment aims to expand the overall capital pool, positioning themselves as a leader in the movement toward gender equity in finance. The returns generated from their investments are strategically granted to organizations that empower women to tackle today’s most pressing challenges through transformative systemic change. WoWE is committed to fostering a virtuous cycle of capital that encompasses the full spectrum of investments, ultimately maximizing positive outcomes for all stakeholders involved.
In addition to their impactful model, WoWE's public markets portfolio has consistently outperformed its benchmark, including during the challenging context of the COVID-19 pandemic. This performance underscores the effectiveness of a gender lens investing (GLI) strategy, demonstrating that it can yield robust financial results while advancing gender equity. Through their innovative approach, Women of the World Endowment continues to play a vital role in reshaping the investment landscape to prioritize and empower women.
Industry: Venture Capital and Private Equity
Domain: http://www.wowendowment.org/
Location: Washington DC
Address: Washington DC, US
Size: 2-10 employees
Direct Contacts
Name: Pooja Eppanapally
Title: Investment Manager
Email: Direct Email
Company: Women of the World Endowment
Phone: (202)-286-4663
Industry: Venture Capital and Private Equity
Location: Los Angeles, California