Impactivist

Overview

Impactivist is a French investment firm specializing in impact investing, formerly known as Investir & +. The firm focuses on supporting entrepreneurs developing high-impact social and environmental projects. Operating in venture capital and private equity, Impactivist invests between €250,000 and €1 million as lead or co-lead in initial funding rounds. The firm is exclusively financed by entrepreneurs, with over 90 shareholders who provide both financial resources and expertise to assist their portfolio companies. Impactivist has funded 40 companies since its inception, including Simplon.co, HelloAsso, RecycLivre, Sparknews, Deuxiemeavis.fr, Etic, Le Chênelet, Auticiel, Acces Inclusive Tech, Make.org, Yuka, Continuum+, Les opticiens mobiles, Hello Charly, Murfy, Les Alchimistes, Naoden, Frello, Weefin, Lifeaz, Uzaje, Epoca, Kiplin, Argile, Atypique, Nona, Cantoo, Lyv, Mon assistant numérique, and others. The firm is B Corp certified and has been recognized as Best for the World in Governance, Clients, and Overall categories. Impactivist is also a member of the Mouvement Impact France, aiming to engage 30% of French companies in ecological and social transition within three years. Additionally, the firm signed the Sista Charter in 2019 to promote more inclusive entrepreneurship, with 38% of its startups founded and 54% led by mixed or female teams. Impactivist operates with an open collective of committed investors, entrepreneurs, and partners who aim to change the rules of the game for good.

Investment Focus

• Entrepreneurs developing high-impact social or environmental projects
• Companies in seed, Series A, or growth stages
• Businesses operating in France or Spain
• Startups in sectors such as climate, health, circular economy, agriculture, education, inclusion, civic tech, and sustainable economy

Portfolio Companies