Soros Economic Development Fund is the impact investment arm of the Open Society Foundations. Founded in 1997, it makes debt, equity and guarantee investments in businesses, funds, platforms and nonprofits advancing climate and inclusive development, independent media, justice and human rights, and health equity. It invests globally, including Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, the United States, Europe and Brazil, and has later-stage venture activity in sectors such as impact, climate, finance, media, health, logistics and transportation.