KIBOW Foundation

KIBOW Foundation is a general incorporated foundation that operates the KIBOW Social Investment Fund. The fund makes equity investments in social entrepreneurs who are tackling critical issues in Japan, such as elderly care, education, child-care support, and regional revitalization. It aims to generate social impact alongside a financial return. The foundation was originally launched in March 2011 to support relief and reconstruction efforts after the Great East Japan Earthquake and was formally incorporated in February 2012. The investment arm was established in September 2015.