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Every investment we make must generate lasting impact—whether by proving a concept, unlocking an entire industry, or creating ripple effects that attract further investment.
A sustainable economy depends on two key elements: businesses that create positive impact and markets that recognize and value that impact. By empowering impact-driven ventures and redefining value beyond traditional financial metrics, we are actively shaping the investment landscape we want to see emerge.
Traditional philanthropy has long been limited to filling gaps left by private capital and government support, reinforcing the outdated belief that impact must rely solely on donations—an approach proven to be unsustainable. This separation has fuelled the misconception that financial performance and positive impact are inherently at odds.
At Fondation Valery, we challenge this narrative by demonstrating that impact is not just a moral imperative but a valuable asset with financial sustainability potential. While we are not a Venture Capital firm, we see it as our responsibility to bridge the gap between impact and finance, proving that investing in a sustainable economy creates tangible opportunities for responsible investors.
Our support spans R&D for impact-driven spin-offs, early-stage catalytic capital, and innovative impact infrastructure financing, ensuring that transformative solutions gain the resources they need to thrive.
Reforestation project monitoring
CO2 avoided
Clean energy produced
Pesticide avoided
Beyond Unicorns: The Rise of Phoenix Companies
In traditional finance, unicorns represent success through billion-dollar valuations and rapid growth. But what if we measured success by a company’s ability to regenerate rather than its financial returns?
At Fondation Valery, we champion the rise of Phoenix Companies—a new model for impact-driven ventures. Unlike unicorns, phoenixes are not just built to scale; they are designed to restore, regenerate, and sustain, ensuring that nature, communities, and economies thrive together. They replenish resources, prioritize long-term resilience, and drive systemic change.
By supporting these transformative businesses, we go beyond investing in companies—we invest in a future where success is measured by the lasting impact we create.
Discover our portfolio and how we help make the planet thrive for a better future.