SIDI

What they do

Created in 1983 by the NGO CCFD-Terre Solidaire, SIDI is structured as a limited partnership with variable capital (SCA) and is accredited by the French government as an "Entreprise Solidaire d'Utilité Sociale" (ESUS). SIDI stands out in the ecosystem for its "chain of financial solidarity," relying on over 2,000 individual citizen shareholders who prioritize social and environmental returns over financial dividends. They are positioned as a "patient capital" provider, willing to invest in fragile organizations or difficult socio-economic contexts where traditional investors hesitate to go. Over the last 40 years, they have built a strong reputation for combining flexible financing with deep technical assistance to empower rural populations in the Global South.

What they look for

SIDI’s mission is to make socially responsible and patient finance a lever for sustainable transformation towards a more equitable and environmentally-responsible world. They aim to combat economic inequality and poverty by supporting local economic players that improve the living conditions of vulnerable populations and promote virtuous ecological practices.

Stage

Seed, Series A, Series B+

Sectors

Fintech, Food and agriculture, Climate

Based

Paris, FR