Grameen Credit Agricole Foundation

About the fund

The FIR Fund (Fund for Inclusive Finance in Rural Areas) is a microfinance investment vehicle launched in 2018 by the Grameen Crédit Agricole Foundation, in partnership with CA Indosuez Wealth (Asset Management) and CACEIS Bank Luxembourg Branch. It is the first dedicated microfinance fund of the Crédit Agricole Group, created to mobilize capital from Crédit Agricole Regional Banks and Group entities in support of rural microfinance institutions (MFIs) operating in emerging and developing markets. Structured as an Article 8 SFDR-aligned alternative investment fund, the FIR Fund embeds social and sustainability objectives across its entire investment process, from partner selection to ongoing monitoring. The fund targets MFIs whose mission is to combat poverty and expand access to financial services for underserved populations, with a particular focus on rural communities and women. Beyond financing, the fund actively engages with partner institutions to promote strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices, enabling MFIs to deliver adapted financial services and contribute to inclusive and resilient economic development.

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