makesense
Overview
makesense is a French organization committed to enabling individuals to take action and build an inclusive and sustainable society. It offers tools and programs for collective mobilization, inspiring citizens, entrepreneurs, and organizations to engage in social and environmental initiatives. The organization operates in multiple countries, including France, Spain, and Belgium, and has supported over 8,000 entrepreneurial projects across seven countries. In addition to its mobilization efforts, makesense manages two impact investment funds: makesense SEED I and Racine². makesense SEED I focuses on financing early-stage startups with high social or environmental impacts, investing amounts ranging from €100,000 to €600,000. Racine², a fund operated in partnership with Serena Capital, targets investments between €500,000 and €4 million in sectors such as health, education, and environmental sustainability. These funds aim to support the growth of impact-driven businesses and contribute to the transition towards a more sustainable economy. makesense's approach to impact is comprehensive, integrating all stakeholders in the value chain. The organization provides tailored support to each team, co-constructing an impact roadmap structured around five key dimensions: protecting the mission, sharing value, sharing power, impacting people, and impacting the environment. Clear and measurable objectives are set over a three-year period, with regular monitoring to ensure alignment with the organization's mission and values.
Investment Focus
- Impact-driven projects
- Social and environmental focus
- Early-stage startups
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does makesense invest in?
makesense invests in Education, Agriculture, Health, Circular Economy, Sports and Food, and is based in Île-De-France, France. makesense is listed as a other in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does makesense invest at?
makesense backs companies at Pre-Seed, Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B and Growth, writing cheques of 100K - 3M.
Which regions does makesense invest in?
makesense invests across France, Spain and Belgium.
What companies has makesense invested in?
makesense's portfolio includes Toopi Organics, Vesto, Epoca, Bibak, Urbyn, Le Drive Tout Nu, Mytroc and Telaqua.
How do I contact makesense?
makesense's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of the team.
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