The ICFA is a unique multi-year acceleration programme for emerging fund managers focused on climate action.
We typically select four fund managers / advisors each year and provide them with the following support:
Support envelope
An envelope of EUR 80,000 to be used with our Luxembourg private partners to set up and further develop your fund project in terms of legal structuring, risk management, impact strategy, etc. The EUR 80,000 will be reimbursed once your fund is launched.
Working capital loan
A loan of EUR 200,000 from a Luxembourg bank, guaranteed by the Luxembourg State, to be used as working capital for fundraising, marketing, team development, pipeline building, etc. The loan will be reimbursed over a period of five years, after a four-year grace period.
Coaching
An experienced coach, who will dedicate time for you and your team for specific advice and feedback on your fund project.
Training workshops
Five days of free training with our private partners over the course of the selection process and the first year.
Key benefits
CREDIBILITY
By being selected by a recognised team of public and private experts and benefiting from the knowledge and expertise of the Luxembourg climate finance eco-system.
COMMUNITY
By sharing your experience with like-minded climate finance managers.
FINANCIAL LEVERAGE
By getting access to fundraising support.
VISIBILITY
By being regularly featured and presented in dedicated climate finance media and events.