KIBOW Foundation
Overview
KIBOW Foundation is a general incorporated foundation that operates the KIBOW Social Investment Fund. The fund makes equity investments in social entrepreneurs who are tackling critical issues in Japan, such as elderly care, education, child-care support, and regional revitalization. It aims to generate social impact alongside a financial return. The foundation was originally launched in March 2011 to support relief and reconstruction efforts after the Great East Japan Earthquake and was formally incorporated in February 2012. The investment arm was established in September 2015.
Portfolio Companies
20
Website
kibowproject.jpInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polaris Co., Ltd. | Nov 2018 | Early Funding | Co-investor |
| Welmo Inc. | Jun 2018 | Series A | - |
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FAQ
Where is KIBOW Foundation based?
KIBOW Foundation is headquartered in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.
When was KIBOW Foundation founded?
Founding year information for KIBOW Foundation is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does KIBOW Foundation have?
KIBOW Foundation has 20 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in KIBOW Foundation's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Polaris Co., Ltd., Welmo Inc..
What was KIBOW Foundation's most recent investment shown here?
KIBOW Foundation's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Polaris Co., Ltd. in 2018.
What sectors does KIBOW Foundation focus on?
KIBOW Foundation focuses on Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Real Estate & PropTech, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Consumer & Commerce, Real Estate & PropTech, Energy & Sustainability, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Real Estate & PropTech, Consumer & Commerce, Real Estate & PropTech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, Enterprise Software, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Healthcare & Life Sciences, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software.
What company stages does KIBOW Foundation focus on?
KIBOW Foundation typically invests at the Early stage.