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$50K-$5M (varies by instrument: smart grants, first-loss capital, impact-linked loans, performance-based incentives)
Dutch foundation that mobilises capital and strengthens local enterprises to achieve lasting system-level impact in water and sanitation access across Africa and Asia. Operates through blended finance — combining smart grants, first-loss capital, performance-based incentives, and impact-linked loans — to catalyse private investment into the WASH sector.
Smart Grants
Non-dilutive grant funding to de-risk innovation and market entry
First-Loss Capital
Risk-sharing mechanisms that make it easier for financial institutions to lend to WASH enterprises
Performance-Based Incentives (SIINC)
Outcome-based payments tied to verified social impact metrics
Impact-Linked Loans
Loan financing with terms linked to social impact achievement
Technical Assistance
Capacity building, business development support, and training for WASH enterprises and financial institutions
Network Access
Connection to Aqua for All's global network of partners, investors, and WASH sector actors
Climate-Resilient WASH
Supporting enterprises developing climate-smart water and sanitation solutions that build community resilience to climate change
Blended Finance for WASH
Mobilising private capital into the WASH sector through de-risking instruments, first-loss capital, and impact-linked finance
Small-Scale Water Providers
Financing and strengthening community-based and private water service operators, particularly in rural and peri-urban areas
Market Development
Building the commercial viability of WASH enterprises through revenue-based models and outcome-based payments
Market-oriented WASH enterprises with proven models that can demonstrate measurable social impact. Strong preference for climate-smart solutions and enterprises serving low-income populations. Blended finance readiness — ability to work with multiple financial instruments.
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2002
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