How we work

At Access Ventures, we believe our impact will reach only as far as the stories we tell.

We view storytelling as a critical amplifier of our work and the work of our partners, without which we cannot realize our mission.

Explore some of these stories below, and let us know what you think.

  • We view storytelling as a powerful way to spark change, exchange ideas, and build empathy. We are currently producing two podcasts that serve as a critical amplifier of our work and the work of our partners.

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  • We continually share learnings and best practices that advance our collective mission of human flourishing.

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Financial Freedom through Social Trust
Building Adaptive Capacity, Unlocking Capital Pathways, Leveraging Blended & Flexible Capital, Supporting an Equitable Economy, Empowering People, Investing Your Values, Building Systems for Better Access Justin Esquivel Building Adaptive Capacity, Unlocking Capital Pathways, Leveraging Blended & Flexible Capital, Supporting an Equitable Economy, Empowering People, Investing Your Values, Building Systems for Better Access Justin Esquivel

Financial Freedom through Social Trust

There’s a real fear of being obsolete for Maurice. “If you become obsolete, you are not providing value. You are no longer needed.” By borrowing using an innovative software platform, Maurice’s integrity as a borrower allowed him to pursue job opportunities, career changes, business ventures, and so much more.

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A Little Help Goes A Long Way
Empowering the Vulnerable, Building Adaptive Capacity, Unlocking Capital Pathways, Building Systems for Better Access, Empowering People Bryce Butler Empowering the Vulnerable, Building Adaptive Capacity, Unlocking Capital Pathways, Building Systems for Better Access, Empowering People Bryce Butler

A Little Help Goes A Long Way

Through the programs at VOA and the support of Samaritan users in his community, Trenton is able to connect to resources and training to help him explore his options and reach his career goals.

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TikTok, Medical Debt, and The Power of Forgiveness
Empowering the Vulnerable, Building Adaptive Capacity, Building Systems for Better Access, Demonstrating New Models, Empowering People Bryce Butler Empowering the Vulnerable, Building Adaptive Capacity, Building Systems for Better Access, Demonstrating New Models, Empowering People Bryce Butler

TikTok, Medical Debt, and The Power of Forgiveness

Dollar For is working to educate patients about the policies at non-profit hospitals and aid them through the process of applying for Charity Care.

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A Place To Call Home
Empowering the Vulnerable, Demonstrating New Models, Building Systems for Better Access Bryce Butler Empowering the Vulnerable, Demonstrating New Models, Building Systems for Better Access Bryce Butler

A Place To Call Home

Timothy Wilkins, once homeless and struggling with addiction, transformed his life through hard work and support from Facility Management Services and the Working Your Way Home program, ultimately achieving the dream of homeownership and providing stability for his family.

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Clean Water Through Crypto
Empowering the Vulnerable, Stewards of the Natural World, Pioneering in Digital Assets, Investing Your Values, Demonstrating New Models, Building Systems for Better Access Bryce Butler Empowering the Vulnerable, Stewards of the Natural World, Pioneering in Digital Assets, Investing Your Values, Demonstrating New Models, Building Systems for Better Access Bryce Butler

Clean Water Through Crypto

Mrs. Fasoro Christina, a dedicated teacher in Lagos, Nigeria, provides safe drinking water to her students through Impact Water, a non-profit supported by blockchain-based funding from Goldfinch, highlighting how decentralized finance can facilitate access to essential resources in underserved communities.

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