elea Foundation for Ethics in Globalization
Overview
elea Foundation for Ethics in Globalization is a philanthropic impact investor that supports social enterprises to fight absolute poverty with entrepreneurial means. The firm's investments focus on agricultural value chains, last-mile retail and services, employable skills, and climate and livelihoods in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virohan | May 2021 | Series A | Co-investor |
| bukaPO | Jan 2025 | Seed | Lead |
| Ricult | May 2021 | Early Funding | Co-investor |
| Coffee Circle | Mar 2014 | VC Round | Co-investor |
| Essmart | Sep 2018 | Seed | Co-investor |
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Key People
Andreas R. Kirchschlaeger
Founding Partner & CEO
Melissa Villard
Associate Venture Capital
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is elea Foundation for Ethics in Globalization based?
elea Foundation for Ethics in Globalization is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.
When was elea Foundation for Ethics in Globalization founded?
elea Foundation for Ethics in Globalization was founded in 2006.
How many portfolio companies does elea Foundation for Ethics in Globalization have?
elea Foundation for Ethics in Globalization has 27 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in elea Foundation for Ethics in Globalization's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Virohan, bukaPO, Ricult, Coffee Circle, Essmart.
What was elea Foundation for Ethics in Globalization's most recent investment shown here?
elea Foundation for Ethics in Globalization's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in bukaPO in 2025.
What sectors does elea Foundation for Ethics in Globalization focus on?
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What company stages does elea Foundation for Ethics in Globalization focus on?
elea Foundation for Ethics in Globalization typically invests at the Early stage.