A global accelerator and investment platform that uses a peer-selected model to identify and back entrepreneurs solving critical social, economic, and…
Village Capital is a Washington DC-based accelerator and impact investment platform founded in 2009 that has run 100+ programs across 27 countries. It uses a pioneering peer-selection model where entrepreneurs evaluate each other and co-determine investments. Programs are organized around specific thematic areas such as climate, fintech, and sustainable agriculture, typically targeting early-stage startups with MVPs. In 2025, Village Capital operates the Empowering Sustainable Entrepreneurship Africa program for climate-focused startups in five African countries.