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HISTORY
Our History:
The Transformative Journey of Impact not a Bank
Inspiring Timeline.
HISTÓRIA
Our History:
The Transformative Journey of Impact not a Bank
Inspiring Timeline.
Inspiring Timeline.
HISTORY
Our History:
The Transformative Journey of Impact not a Bank
Inspiring Timeline.
HISTÓRIA
Our History:
The Transformative Journey of Impact not a Bank
Inspiring Timeline.
Inspiring Timeline.
HISTORY
Our History:
The Transformative Journey of Impact not a Bank
Inspiring Timeline.
HISTÓRIA
Our History:
The Transformative Journey of Impact not a Bank
Inspiring Timeline.
Inspiring Timeline.
2015:
The Beginning with the Welight Institute of Socio-environmental Innovation
2015:
The Beginning with the Welight Institute of Socio-environmental Innovation
We began our journey in 2015 with the establishment of the Welight Institute for Socio-Environmental Innovation. We directed our first steps to the areas severely affected by the dam disaster in Mariana/MG, responsible for the destruction of the Doce River. Through water supply projects, we brought relief to the impacted communities. Our First Mission: Water for All: We extended our operations to the backlands of Alagoas and the indigenous areas in Acre, bringing about transformations, health, and dignity.
We began our journey in 2015 with the establishment of the Welight Institute for Socio-Environmental Innovation. We directed our first steps to the areas severely affected by the dam disaster in Mariana/MG, responsible for the destruction of the Doce River. Through water supply projects, we brought relief to the impacted communities. Our First Mission: Water for All: We extended our operations to the backlands of Alagoas and the indigenous areas in Acre, bringing about transformations, health, and dignity.
2016:
The Emergence of Welight Social Technology Ltd.
2016:
The Emergence of Welight Social Technology Ltd.
In 2016, recognizing the need for technology in the third sector, Welight Social Technology Ltd. was born. Our mission was clear: to provide fundraising technology for NGOs and other social impact organizations.
Roles Played:
Social Technology Development: Providing effective tools for fundraising and donor management.
In 2016, recognizing the need for technology in the third sector, Welight Social Technology Ltd. was born. Our mission was clear: to provide fundraising technology for NGOs and other social impact organizations.
Roles Played:
Social Technology Development: Providing effective tools for fundraising and donor management.
2018:
Transformation into a public company and International expansion
2018:
Transformation into a public company and International expansion
Welight transformed into a Publicly Traded Company (S.A) in 2018, expanding its reach and impact. We mobilized tens of millions of resources from Brazil, Europe, and the United States, enabling impactful projects to flourish globally.
Impact:
Operational Expansion: Enhanced international resource mobilization for social projects.
Welight transformed into a Publicly Traded Company (S.A) in 2018, expanding its reach and impact. We mobilized tens of millions of resources from Brazil, Europe, and the United States, enabling impactful projects to flourish globally.
Impact:
Operational Expansion: Enhanced international resource mobilization for social projects.
2019:
Best for the World Award from B Corp
2019:
Best for the World Award from B Corp
In 2019, Welight Social Technology was recognized by the B Corp with the Best For The World award in the Clients category, standing out for excellence in service and positive impact generated.
In 2019, Welight Social Technology was recognized by the B Corp with the Best For The World award in the Clients category, standing out for excellence in service and positive impact generated.
2020:
Birth of Impact Bank Pagamentos S.A.
2020:
Birth of Impact Bank Pagamentos S.A.
In 2020, we founded Impact Bank Pagamentos S.A., an urgent response to the need for global philanthropic fund transactions. We surpassed the limitations of fintechs and traditional banks, creating innovative solutions for philanthropic capital management.
Innovation:
Global Financing: Facilitating transactions and enhancing efficiency in deploying resources for social impact.
In 2020, we founded Impact Bank Pagamentos S.A., an urgent response to the need for global philanthropic fund transactions. We surpassed the limitations of fintechs and traditional banks, creating innovative solutions for philanthropic capital management.
Innovation:
Global Financing: Facilitating transactions and enhancing efficiency in deploying resources for social impact.
2021:
Global Recognition in Climate Fintech
2021:
Global Recognition in Climate Fintech
In 2021, Impact Bank was recognized as one of the TOP 10 CLIMATE FINTECHS globally, in a challenge sponsored by Mastercard and Barclays Bank in England. This victory validated our commitment to regenerative financial solutions.
Recognition:
Fintech Innovation: Recognized for innovative solutions and dedication to climate regeneration.
In 2021, Impact Bank was recognized as one of the TOP 10 CLIMATE FINTECHS globally, in a challenge sponsored by Mastercard and Barclays Bank in England. This victory validated our commitment to regenerative financial solutions.
Recognition:
Fintech Innovation: Recognized for innovative solutions and dedication to climate regeneration.
2022:
Global Launch of Impact Bank
2022:
Global Launch of Impact Bank
In 2022, we introduced Impact Bank to the world. Our goal was clear: to provide digital accounts, cards, and currency exchange operations for Social Organizations and Community-based Cooperatives that have been overlooked by traditional banks.Services:Financial Solutions: Inclusion of medium and large-sized CSOs, providing access to efficient financial solutions.
In 2022, we introduced Impact Bank to the world. Our goal was clear: to provide digital accounts, cards, and currency exchange operations for Social Organizations and Community-based Cooperatives that have been overlooked by traditional banks.Services:Financial Solutions: Inclusion of medium and large-sized CSOs, providing access to efficient financial solutions.
2023:
Reconhecimento Continuado e Expansão de Soluções Financeiras
2023:
Reconhecimento Continuado e Expansão de Soluções Financeiras
Em 2023, Welight once again won the Best For The World award from B Corp in the Customers category, solidifying our position as a leader in service and impact.
Recognition:
Excellence in Service: Consistency in positively impacting our beneficiaries.
In the same year, Impact Bank began delivering a diverse range of financial solutions. We included financial management, ethical and fair credit, expanding our global reach and offering robust, transparent services to maximize impact.
Advancement:
Ethical Financial Management and Credit: Providing ethical and integrity-driven financial services.
Em 2023, Welight once again won the Best For The World award from B Corp in the Customers category, solidifying our position as a leader in service and impact.
Recognition:
Excellence in Service: Consistency in positively impacting our beneficiaries.
In the same year, Impact Bank began delivering a diverse range of financial solutions. We included financial management, ethical and fair credit, expanding our global reach and offering robust, transparent services to maximize impact.
Advancement:
Ethical Financial Management and Credit: Providing ethical and integrity-driven financial services.
2024:
The Evolution to Impact not a Bank
2024:
The Evolution to Impact not a Bank
2024:
The Evolution to Impact not a Bank
Now, in 2024, we have evolved into Impact not a Bank. We want the world to know: WE ARE NOT A BANK, we are much more than that. We present a global impact finance platform, offering end-to-end solutions that ensure efficiency and transparency for impact initiatives in Brazil.
Impact Statement:
Global Platform: Encompassing everything from banking to impact monitoring, ensuring that each resource is invested with purpose and efficacy.
In addition, we have been recognized among the 10 initiatives accelerated by The Global Innovation Lab for Climate Finance, with the FOOD & FOREST program, in collaboration with The Nature Conservancy Brazil.
Innovation and Climate Finance:
FOOD & FOREST: A pioneering program that shows our ongoing commitment to community-based associations and cooperatives, and our deep gratitude for the environmental service they provide to the world.
Now, in 2024, we have evolved into Impact not a Bank. We want the world to know: WE ARE NOT A BANK, we are much more than that. We present a global impact finance platform, offering end-to-end solutions that ensure efficiency and transparency for impact initiatives in Brazil.
Impact Statement:
Global Platform: Encompassing everything from banking to impact monitoring, ensuring that each resource is invested with purpose and efficacy.
In addition, we have been recognized among the 10 initiatives accelerated by The Global Innovation Lab for Climate Finance, with the FOOD & FOREST program, in collaboration with The Nature Conservancy Brazil.
Innovation and Climate Finance:
FOOD & FOREST: A pioneering program that shows our ongoing commitment to community-based associations and cooperatives, and our deep gratitude for the environmental service they provide to the world.
Our journey is marked by the commitment to promote social justice and regeneration through innovative and inclusive financial solutions. Every step we have taken has been driven by the vision of a world where everyone has access to the financial opportunities necessary to transform their communities.
Our journey is marked by the commitment to promote social justice and regeneration through innovative and inclusive financial solutions. Every step we have taken has been driven by the vision of a world where everyone has access to the financial opportunities necessary to transform their communities.
This timeline not only tells the story of Impact not a Bank, but also inspires our customers and partners to understand our deep passion that drives our work.
This timeline not only tells the story of Impact not a Bank, but also inspires our customers and partners to understand our deep passion that drives our work.