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International Finance Corp. (IFC) operates as a global development institution. It is an organization that fosters sustainable economic growth in developing countries by financing private sector investment, mobilizing capital in the international financial markets and providing advisory services to businesses and governments. The firm operates through three segments: Investment Services, Treasury Services and Advisory Services. The Investment Services segment offers loans, equities, debt securities, trade and supply chain finance and client risk management services. The Treasury Services segment consists of the borrowing, liquid asset management, asset and liability management, and client risk management activities. The company was founded in 1956 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

GCP Sovereign Infrastructure Debt Ltd., a closed-ended investment company, invests directly or indirectly, in subordinated infrastructure debt issued by infrastructure project companies, their owners or their lenders, and assets with a similar economic effect, primarily located in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

Duke University is an academic university that offers undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. It also has publications and research services. The university was founded in 1838 and is headquartered in Durham, NC.

Harvard University engages in the provision of teaching and research. It has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a global education. The university was founded in 1636 and is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.

Promotes private investments in developing countries

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP provides legal services. It is a national business and litigation law firm representing businesses based throughout the United States and around the world. The company was founded in 1908 and it is headquartered in Seattle, WA.

The Associated Press provides news media services. It offers global news network, delivering news from every corner of the world to all media platforms and formats. The firm supplies a stream of news around the clock to its domestic members, international subscribers and commercial customers. The company was founded in 1846 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Global Communities engages in the provision of humanitarian and development services to low-income individuals, families, and communities. Its service areas include economic development, governance and urban management, financial inclusion, humanitarian assistance, food security and agriculture, global health, civil society and capacity development, infrastructure and construction, and working with women and youth. The company was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Silver Spring, MD.

Council on Foreign Relations, Inc. provides and disseminates ideas on foreign policies to individuals, corporate members, journalists and policy makers. It operates a forum for government officials, students and other interested parties to study and discuss world issues and impact on American foreign policies. The company publishes Foreign Affairs, a magazine that comes out six times a year, along with books and studies by its own scholars. Council on Foreign Relations was founded in 1921 and is headquartered in New York City, NY.

Creative Associates International, Inc. offers educational and community development services. It offers trainings, educational talks, school supplies procurement, school rehabilitation, HIV prevention program, electoral education, political programs, civil society empowerment, and stabilization and development services. The company was founded in 1977 by M. Charito Kruvant and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Omidyar Network LLC (Omidyar Network) is a venture capital firm, a subsidiary of Omidyar Network Commons LLC founded in 2004 by Pierre Omidyar and Pam Omidyar. The firm is headquartered in Redwood City, California.

Ecotrust engages in the provision of forest management planning services. It creates programs in fisheries, forestry, food, farms, children’s health, developing scientific and information tools to improve social, economic and environmental decision-making. The company was founded by Spencer B. Beebe in 1991 and is headquartered in Portland, OR.

Independent Sector provides social advocacy services. The company was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

InterAction, Inc. operates as an alliance organization. Its programs include Global Development Policy and Learning (GDPL); Humanitarian Policy and Practice (HPP); and Membership and Public Engagement (MPE). The company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

TechSoup Global operates as a non-profit international network of non-governmental organizations that provides technical support and technological tools to other non-profits. The firm offers help desk, tech implementation, managed IT, website and development, digital marketing and techSoup courses services. The company was founded by Daniel Ben-Horin in 1987 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Knoxville Farm & Home, Inc. owns and operates hardware stores. The company was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Knoxville, IA.

Accion International (Private Equity) (ACCION International) is a venture capital firm, a subsidiary of ACCION International founded in 1961. The firm is headquartered in Washington.

Part of The Walt Disney Co., ABC News, Inc. operates as a news and information broadcasting channel. The company is based in New York, NY.

Communities In Schools, Inc. is the largest and most effective dropout prevention organization that is committed to keeping kids in school and helping them succeed. The non-profit company is based in Arlington, VA. The company's focus is on reengagement, which involves a set of activities and initiatives to increase students' and families' interests, passions, and relationships to promote equitable learning conditions both inside and outside of school. The CEO of the company is Rey Saldaña.

Telecom Development Co. Afghanistan Ltd. engages in the provision of telecommunication services. It provides voice and text, 3G internet, call management, tech tools, and international and roaming. The company was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Kabul, Afghanistan.

Nymbus, Inc. engages in the provision of information technology solutions for financial institutions. Its platform include SmartCore, SmartDigital, SmartPayments, and SmartLaunch. The company was founded by Alexander Lopatine and Scott William Killoh in 2015 and is headquartered in Miami Beach, FL.

One World Impact Investments LLC (One World Impact Investments) is a venture capital firm founded in 2015 by Scott Saslow and Angelina Mertens. The firm is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.

Global Partnership for Education is an organization that focuses on improving education systems in countries. The non-profit company is based in Washington. The American company has a program called GPE Knowledge and Innovation Exchange (KIX) which connects their partners' expertise, innovation, and knowledge to help countries build stronger education systems.

Venture Studio Inc (Venture Studio) is a venture capital firm founded in 2018 by Ryan Falvey and Tyler Griffin. The firm is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Part of Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria SA, Azlo Business, Inc. is a digital banking and integrated business services provider for founders and freelancers. Azlo offers a free business checking account, business guidance, and integrated financial tools, including invoicing, to help small businesses get started, survive the early days, and navigate unexpected bumps along their entrepreneurial journey. Banking services are provided by BBVA USA, member FDIC. The American company was founded by Vijayesh Rajendran, Cameron Peake.

Candid is a non-profit organization based in New York, NY with subsidiaries in the United States. Candid connects individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the world with the necessary resources to achieve their goals. In 2019, Candid was formed through the merger of Foundation Center and GuideStar. The CEO of the non-profit company is Ann Mei Chang.

Part of US Civilian Research & Development Foundation, Development Innovations Group is a development firm that supports, transitions, and develops economies. The company is based in Bethesda, MD. Development Innovations Group was acquired by US Civilian Research & Development Foundation on July 31, 2023.

Part of Energy 4 Impact, Mercy Corps Europe is an organization that supports people suffering from poverty and oppression. The company is based in Edinburgh, UK and was founded in 1979.

ImagineNations Group, Inc. focused on practical strategies. The company was founded by Rick Little and Alan Fleischmann in 2002 and is headquartered in Pasadena, MD.