Catalyzing Systems-Level Solutions for Food, Agriculture & Climate
At Aspen Impact Foundation, we believe in nurturing a regenerative and resilient food system, from soil to society.
Who We Are
Our mission is to catalyse sustainable, systems-based solutions at the intersection of food, agriculture and climate.
We believe in the power of transformative initiatives to regenerate land and soil, empower farming communities, advance circularity, and ensure equitable access to quality nutrition for disadvantaged communities.
Our Approach
Invest in Community Leaders
Invest in Community Leaders
We support and amplify community-driven ventures with a sustainable, entrepreneurial approach.
Promote Diversity
Promote Diversity
We promote diverse, regenerative crops that nourish farmers and create local income streams.
Actively Encourage Collaboration
Actively Encourage Collaboration
We encourage collaboration between community-driven ventures with technology or commercial partners to reduce risk and support scaling, where relevant.
A Systems Approach
A Systems Approach
We address root causes by tackling interconnected factors that go beyond surface-level symptoms.
Measuring Impact at Different Levels
We support the agroecological transition towards food systems transformation. In doing so, we aim to strengthen the resilience of both ecosystems and communities, starting with smallholder farmers in their field and extending across food landscapes.
Environmental
Transformational Change
Landscape
Landscape
Ecosystem Services
(e.g., reduced soil erosion, enhanced climate regulation, improved water provision & quality)
Social
Community
Community
Resilience Capacity
(e.g.,increased ability to self-organize and respond collectively to change, supported by access to shared assets)
Incremental Change
Farm
Farm
Soil Health
(e.g., increased organic matter, nutrient availability)
Biodiversity
(e.g., crop diversity, pollinator & soil biological activity)
Household
Household
Economic Diversification
(e.g., increased & more stable income from diverse on-farm sources, incl. value added)
Food Security
(e.g., increased % of households with year-round access to sufficient, safe & nutritious food)
What We Offer
Multi-year funding
in the form of grants or recoverable grants.
Strategic support for organizations
looking to diversify their revenue streams and strengthen long-term financial sustainability.
We welcome community-driven organizations with sustainable, entrepreneurial approaches that advance an equitable and diverse regenerative food and agriculture system within our Thematic Focus areas in Southeast Asia.
Eligible organizations include non-profits, cooperatives, and social enterprises seeking to diversify revenue beyond grants, as well as startups with a compelling demonstrated need for catalytic capital. We also invite collaboration with ecosystem builders, foundations, researchers, and others active in these focus areas.
Partner Spotlight
A systems approach involves collaborating with diverse stakeholders across the ecosystem over time to drive lasting, systemic change.
Latest Updates
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Introducing AIF’s Approach and First Thematic Focus: Local and Regional Food Systems
Innovative approaches to enhance climate resilience in agriculture
Let's Explore How We Can Work Together
Whether you’re a community leader, partner, or curious ally—we’d love to hear from you.
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