Mulago Foundation

Mulago Foundation operates as a philanthropic venture fund, investing in high-impact organizations addressing poverty and climate change. It provides capital, mainly grants, to both for-profit and non-profit ventures offering scalable solutions to improve the lives of the poor. The foundation employs a rigorous, data-driven approach to identify and support initiatives achieving measurable impact.

The foundation was established to honor the life and work of Rainer Arnhold and Henry Arnhold. Their insight identified the need for a disciplined, venture capital-like approach in philanthropy to effectively tackle global challenges. This led to Mulago's creation, backing visionary leaders with viable societal solutions.

Mulago's efforts benefit vulnerable populations globally by expanding essential services and sustainable solutions. Its vision is to catalyze widespread, lasting improvements in human well-being, fostering a future where innovative, scalable interventions empower communities and alleviate poverty. The foundation seeks to maximize social return on philanthropic investment.