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__Member Training: How Philanthropic Organizations Blend, January 21, 2025__

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Member Training: How Philanthropic Organizations Blend

Join us as we explore how philanthropic organizations blend

How Philanthropic Organizations Blend

__Member Training: How Impact Investors Blend, November 13, 2024__

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Member Training: How Impact Investors Blend

Join us as we explore how impact investors blend 

How Impact Investors Blend 

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Join us virtually for the launch of the 9th edition of our flagship State of Blended Finance report on __Wednesday, October 30 at 9:00AM ET__, where we will share data, trends, insights, and recommendations from the report.

This year, for the first time, we are releasing two State of Blended Finance reports. This second report, with a focus on climate, complements our 2024 State of Blended Finance which covered the overall blended finance market and was released earlier this year.

Explore the 2024 State of Blended Finance [here](https://www.convergence.finance/resource/state-of-blended-finance-2024/view).

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2024 State of Blended Finance (Climate Edition) Virtual Launch

Convergence is launching the State of Blended Finance (Climate Edition) on Wednesday, October 30 at 9:00AM ET. This year, for the first time, we are releasing two State of Blended Finance reports. This second report, with a focus on climate, complements our 2024 State of Blended Finance which covered the overall blended finance market and was released earlier this year.

2024 State of Blended Finance (Climate Edition) Launch

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__Tuesday, October 22, 2024, 7:00PM - 8:30PM CET, Amsterdam, Netherlands__

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Convergence invites you to our member networking reception on the sidelines of the GIIN Investor Forum in Amsterdam. Chat with other Convergence members, including impact investors, institutional investors, donors, development banks, and sponsors of blended finance deals. Convergence will present the latest trends in blended finance, and members will have ample time to exchange ideas and discuss blended finance initiatives. Snacks and drinks will be served. 

*You do not need to be registered for the GIIN Investor Forum to attend our reception.*

Member Networking at the GIIN Investor Forum

Join us for a member networking reception in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Member Networking Reception in Amsterdam

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__Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024, from 9:00 am-10:00am ET__

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We invite you to join us virtually for an information session on the [Asia Climate Solutions (ACS) Design Grant](https://www.convergence.finance/design-funding/open-window/Asia-climate-solutions-design-grant). The ACS Design Grant awards feasibility study and proof of concept grants for the design and launch of innovative blended finance solutions that mobilize private capital to sectors critical for climate transition and resilience in developing markets in Asia including nature-based solutions (NbS), clean energy transition, and sustainable cities and infrastructure.

The current cycle has a thematic focus on sustainable agriculture and clean energy solutions, with an emphasis on supporting innovative models that leverage blended finance to mobilize local public, private, and philanthropic capital to support vulnerable communities in key Southeast Asian markets such as Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam. __*Applicants are encouraged to submit solutions that align with the thematic focus or the broader program criteria*.__

Register for the webinar to:
- Learn more about Convergence’s Design Funding Program and the ACS Design Grant
- Hear from one of our grantees about their design funding experience and understand how blended finance can help mobilize local private sector investment
- Gain insight into how to apply, grant eligibility, and evaluation criteria
- Get your questions answered, and more!

The anchor donors of this initiative include the Monetary Authority of Singapore, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Australia, Olayan Group, UBS Optimus Foundation, and Rockefeller Foundation.

The ACS Design Grant is now open, and the deadline to submit concept notes is __November 22, 2024__. Visit the [ACS Design Grant page](https://www.convergence.finance/design-funding/open-window/Asia-climate-solutions-design-grant) to learn more and apply.


Asia Climate Solutions Design Grant: Information Session (Europe/East Coast)

Join us virtually to gain insight into the application process for the Asia Climate Solutions Design Grant

Learn about the Asia Climate Solutions Design Grant

__Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024, from 9:00 am-10:00am SGT__

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We invite you to join us virtually for an information session on the [Asia Climate Solutions (ACS) Design Grant](https://www.convergence.finance/design-funding/open-window/Asia-climate-solutions-design-grant). The ACS Design Grant awards feasibility study and proof of concept grants for the design and launch of innovative blended finance solutions that mobilize private capital to sectors critical for climate transition and resilience in developing markets in Asia including nature-based solutions (NbS), clean energy transition, and sustainable cities and infrastructure.

The current cycle has a thematic focus on sustainable agriculture and clean energy solutions, with an emphasis on supporting innovative models that leverage blended finance to mobilize local public, private, and philanthropic capital to support vulnerable communities in key Southeast Asian markets such as Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam. __*Applicants are encouraged to submit solutions that align with the thematic focus or the broader program criteria*.__

Register for the webinar to:
- Learn more about Convergence’s Design Funding Program and the ACS Design Grant
- Hear from one of our grantees about their design funding experience and understand how blended finance can help mobilize local private sector investment
- Gain insight into how to apply, grant eligibility, and evaluation criteria
- Get your questions answered, and more!

The anchor donors of this initiative include the Monetary Authority of Singapore, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Australia, Olayan Group, UBS Optimus Foundation, and Rockefeller Foundation.

The ACS Design Grant is now open, and the deadline to submit concept notes is __November 22, 2024__. Visit the [ACS Design Grant page](https://www.convergence.finance/design-funding/open-window/Asia-climate-solutions-design-grant) to learn more and apply.


Asia Climate Solutions Design Grant: Info Session (Asia/West Coast)

Webinar: Learn Why and How to Apply to the CC Facility

__October 9, 2024 | 10:00 AM (EDT)__

The Catalytic Climate Finance Facility will host a webinar on October 9th to provide an in-depth overview of the CC Facility, including eligibility criteria, application process, and available resources. Register today to discover how to increase your likelihood of securing funding and scaling your impact.

More details to come.

Join our webinar on October 9 to learn about the CC Facility, including eligibility criteria, application process, and available resources. Register today to discover how to increase your likelihood of securing funding and scaling your impact.

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__Member Training: How blended finance supports project finance transactions in West Africa, October 3, 2024, 9:00AM - 10:00AM ET__

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Project financing is critical for the delivery of crucial utility-scale services that enable development in low and middle-income countries. However, the underlying demand and supply-side risks, such as uncertain off-take/distribution capacity, affordability of infrastructure services to end users, and currency devaluation, among others can impact the project’s cash flows and viability. Blended finance offers a financial structuring approach that can leverage concessional capital to manage these risks, helping transactions get off the ground and mobilize private capital.
 
This webinar will feature two Convergence members, West African Development Bank and InfraCredit Nigeria and one partner organization, Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund. These three organizations have successfully supported various infrastructure projects in West Africa using a variety of concessional and commercial instruments. The session will begin with a brief overview from each organization, followed by a panel discussion with the representatives.

 __Featured speakers:__
- Joseph Diabate Djigui, Head of Financial Planning, West African Development Bank
- Chidi Mike-Eneh, Head of Credit Risk, InfraCredit Nigeria
- Kwadwo Kwakwe Gyan, Head, Risk Management and Sustainability, Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund
 

*Registration is complimentary for members, please register using the code shared via email. Non-members can register for a fee of $75.*

Member Training: How blended finance supports project finance transactions in West Africa

Project financing is critical for the delivery of crucial utility-scale services that enable development in low and middle-income countries. However, the underlying demand and supply-side risks, such as uncertain off-take/distribution capacity, affordability of infrastructure services to end users, and currency devaluation, among others can impact the project’s cash flows and viability. Blended finance offers a financial structuring approach that can leverage concessional capital to manage these risks, helping transactions get off the ground and mobilize private capital.

This webinar featured two Convergence members, West African Development Bank and InfraCredit Nigeria and one partner organization, Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund. These three organizations have successfully supported various infrastructure projects in West Africa using a variety of concessional and commercial instruments. The session began with a brief overview from each organization, followed by a panel discussion with the representatives.

__Featured speakers:__
- Joseph Diabate Djigui, Head of Financial Planning, West African Development Bank
- Chidi Mike-Eneh, Head of Credit Risk, InfraCredit Nigeria
- Kwadwo Kwakwe Gyan, Head, Risk Management and Sustainability, Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund

Join us as we explore blended finance for project finance in West Africa.

Blended finance for project finance in West Africa

Deal Connect

Join us for an engaging and insightful webinar where we will connect you to early-stage blended finance investment opportunities in emerging markets. This interactive session will feature presentations from two Convergence grantees, showcasing investment opportunities currently listed on our live deals database. This is a great opportunity to explore unique transactions and learn about new developments in the broader blended finance ecosystem.

Whether you’re a seasoned investor or new to the space, this webinar will uncover promising new ventures in emerging markets.

Save the date: __October 1, 2024 at 9:00AM - 10:00AM ET__. During the session we will present two compelling deals from our live deals database:

- The __Climate Collateral Alliance, by Opportunity International__, is an investment vehicle promoting climate adaptation and regenerative agriculture across five African countries. It incentivizes Financial Institutions (FIs) to lend to smallholder farmers, particularly women, fostering resilience in the face of climate change.

- The __Microleasing Fund, by AdOpes__, is a Kenyan evergreen debt fund that provides capital for asset finance to farmers and enterprises in Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda. It operates through Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs) and Micro-Finance Institutions (MFIs), fuelling growth and financial inclusion across the region.

*This webinar series is exclusive to investors registered on the Convergence platform.*

Deal Connect: October 2024

Join us for an informative webinar that will connect you to relevant blended finance investment opportunities in emerging markets.

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__Convergence Member Breakfast and Networking in New York, Monday, September 23rd, 8:30-10:00AM ET__

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Join this invitation-only breakfast and networking event in New York, taking place during Climate Week NYC 2024.

Attendees will receive an exclusive preview to the upcoming State of Blended Finance 2024 Report (Climate Edition) followed by a full hour of networking with the Convergence team and other members in the blended finance space working towards mobilizing billions in sustainable investments in emerging markets.

Registration is open on a first-come-first-serve basis, with a limit to 2 persons per organization.

Whilst in New York, the Convergence team also looks forward to meeting with our members in-person. Please reach out directly to take advantage of this opportunity to chat in-person. Meetings will be scheduled on a first-come-first serve basis.

Convergence Member Breakfast & Networking in New York

Join us for breakfast and networking in New York.

Breakfast & Networking in New York

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__Tuesday, September 10, 2024, from 10:00-11:00AM EDT/4:00-5:00PM CET__

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This GIIN Blended Finance Innovations and Practices Workshop will be co-hosted with Convergence. This joint webinar, for Convergence members and GIIN members, will support co-learning and partnerships which are critical to blending for impact. 

__Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank (FMO)__ and __Allianz Global Investors__ will present on the $1.11 billion dollar SDG Loan Fund, one of the largest blended finance impact vehicles structured to deploy private sector investment to address environment and social impact. They will unpack how three independent organizations partnered to design and construction a purpose-built investment product with a shared objective to blend capital tranches — guarantees, risk protection, and credit enhancement — to cascade the scaled mobilization of foundation, DFI, and institutional capital.

*Please register using your work/organization email.*

Blended Finance Innovations and Practices Workshop: Partnerships and the Anatomy of a Billion Dollar Deal

Watch the replay of this GIIN Blended Finance Innovations and Practices Workshop co-hosted with Convergence on September 10, 2024. 

__Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank (FMO)__ and __Allianz Global Investors__ presented on the $1.11 billion dollar SDG Loan Fund, one of the largest blended finance impact vehicles structured to deploy private sector investment to address environment and social impact. They unpacked how three independent organizations partnered to design and construction a purpose-built investment product with a shared objective to blend capital tranches — guarantees, risk protection, and credit enhancement — to cascade the scaled mobilization of foundation, DFI, and institutional capital.

Don't miss this joint webinar for GIIN and Convergence members exploring the SDG Loan Fund and more.

Partnerships and the Anatomy of a Billion Dollar Deal

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__Member Training: An Introduction to Blended Finance, September 6, 2024, 9:30AM - 3:00PM CST, Mexico City__

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Join public, private, and philanthropic actors in Mexico City for an inspiring, interactive, and practice-driven training on blended finance. This beginner-level session will combine insights from Convergence experts, notable speakers from major organizations, and technical experts in the field. This training is an opportunity for Convergence members and non-members to gather in-person to share insights and experiences and tackle difficult questions around innovative approaches to mobilize private capital for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Speaker details and agenda to follow.

The training is complimentary for members (one seat for Standard Membership, two seats for Market Builder Membership), USD 100 for additional member seats, and USD 150 for non-members. Please contact your relationship manager for more details or questions on your membership type.

*Registration is on a first come, first served basis and capacity is limited. We encourage registering early to reserve your seat.*

Member Training: An Introduction to Blended Finance

Don't miss this training bringing together public, private, and philanthropic actors interested in blended finance in Mexico City for an inspiring, interactive, and practice-driven half-day of learning and knowledge sharing.