Welcome to Impact Weekly

Where investing with purpose meets profitable opportunities.

This week, we’re spotlighting the world of impact real estate and showing you how you can get ahead of the curve:

🏠 Impact Real Estate: Build wealth while solving housing crises.
💰 Debt Funds: Generate passive income in today’s uncertain markets.
🌍 Global Trends: What’s hot (and what’s not) in impact investing.

Grab a coffee—it’s time to grow your portfolio with purpose. Also, scroll to the bottom to learn about our upcoming trip to Florence, Italy where we focus on sustainable manufacturing.

🏠 Spotlight: Impact Real Estate

Community Revitalization. Urban redevelopment. Passive income.

Did you know that affordable housing is one of the most recession-resistant asset classes? Investors are seeing stable returns and making a measurable difference in their communities.

Here’s what we’re watching this week:

• The Opportunity: A $10 million affordable housing fund that focuses on renovating properties in underserved areas.

• The Returns: Expected annualized returns of 12%-15% with steady monthly payouts.

• The Impact: Each dollar invested provides safe, quality housing for families in need.

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💰 The Case for Debt Funds

Debt funds are the unsung hero of impact investing. Why? They offer predictable cash flow and lower risk, making them ideal for uncertain markets.

What we love about debt funds:

• Reliable Passive Income: Monthly payouts keep your cash flow consistent.

• Impact: Funds can target underserved borrowers, like women entrepreneurs or first responders.

• Stability: Debt funds are less volatile than equities or other high-risk investments.

On our radar this month:

• A debt fund focused on small business growth offering 20% annualized returns over a 36-month period.

• The Social Impact: Supporting debt relief of social responders.

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🌍 What’s Trending in Impact Investing?

✨ Quick Takeaways:

• 🎬 The celebrity spotlight on impact investing is making it mainstream.

• 🌍 Global policy shifts require investors to stay nimble and informed.

• 📉 The cost of ESG compliance could affect portfolio returns—be aware!

• 🌱 Emerging green tech is where growth opportunities are heating up.

• 👩‍💼 Women investors are redefining the next era of capital deployment.

🔥 Quick Poll: Your Impact Priorities

You have $100k to invest. What’s your top priority?

🟢 Affordable housing
🟡 Debt funds for predictable cash flow
🔵 Renewable energy projects
🌟 All of the above

💬 VOTE HERE TO SEE WHAT THE COMMUNITY THINKS 💬

Community Spotlight

This week, meet 👩🏼‍🦰 Emily, a member from Chicago:

"I invested in an affordable housing fund last year and saw consistent returns of 14%. But the best part? Knowing I’m helping families live with dignity. It’s a win-win."

Do you have a success story? Reply to this email, and we might feature you in next week’s newsletter!

📢 🌱 What Are Cash-on-Cash Returns?

Cash-on-Cash Return (CoC) is a simple way to measure the cash income you earn on an investment compared to the cash you initially invested. It shows how much passive income you're receiving from your capital, separate from any potential appreciation when the property is sold.

Example from the Vanderbilt Deal we just sponsored :
This specific opportunity offers is a 7.9% cash-on-cash return, paid out monthly. This deal is a bank acquisition.

What does that mean in simple terms?

If you invest $100,000, you could receive:
✅ $7,900 annually in passive income (7.9% of $100,000)
✅ $658 per month in cash flow, directly deposited
✅ Over a 3-year period, this could total $23,700 in passive income — all before any profits from the sale of the property.

💡 This return is purely from income generated by the property and paid monthly – separate from any gains when the property is sold.

🌱 Impact Investing Insight: Why Real Estate Matters

Why Focus on Impact Real Estate in 2025?

Real estate has the power to create:
✅ Generational Wealth: Monthly passive income with steady returns
✅ Tangible Impact: Transforming underserved communities
✅ Long-Term Stability: Physical assets with built-in equity growth

📌 Take the Next Steps to Get Involved:
✅ Explore the Vanderbilt Deal Now
✅ Join the Next Impact Circle: [[email protected]]

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IMPACT INVESTING IN THE NEWS 

This Week in U.S. Impact Investing: Key Highlights

🌱 New Leadership in Climate-Focused Impact VC

• 👩‍💼 Narina Mnatsakanian (formerly UBS) joins Regeneration.VC, backed by Leonardo DiCaprio.

• ♻️ Firm invests in circular economy companies like Cruz Foam and Greyparrot.

• 💰 Raising a second fund (€150M-€200M) with €5M already secured from Dutch Invest-NL.

🏛️ Policy Shifts Impacting Sustainable Investments

• ⚡ Potential rollback of the Inflation Reduction Act could affect U.S. banks’ net-zero commitments.

• 🇪🇺 Europe remains steady, with stricter anti-greenwashing rules and increased sustainable investments.

• 🔍 ESG terminology is under scrutiny—experts call for clearer definitions and transparency.

💼 Private Equity Passing ESG Costs to Investors

• 📊 Private equity firms are shifting rising ESG costs (carbon tracking, diversity efforts) to investors.

• 🔥 Disputes arise as investors believe these costs should be part of management fees, not extra charges.

🌍 Insights from Bank of America’s Karen Fang

• 💸 Bank of America is on track to deploy $1.5 trillion in sustainable finance by 2030 (already $560B deployed).

• 🌱 Fang emphasizes linking climate, health, and job growth to accelerate the global climate agenda.

• 📢 Calls for transparent policies to support investments in decarbonization and emerging markets.

HIGHLIGHTED MONTHLY OPPORTUNITIES

🌟  Florence, Italy – A Once-in-a-Lifetime Impact & Luxury Experience 🌟

💬 Why I’m Sharing This:
As an advocate for purpose-driven experiences, I’m excited to invite you to join us on an exclusive journey to Florence, Italy, where we’ll explore the intersection of sustainable luxury, impact, and craftsmanship. This curated experience isn’t just about travel—it’s about deep connections, behind-the-scenes access, and witnessing innovation firsthand.

📍 Why This Italy Experience?
This unique trip, hosted in collaboration with Ecohyde and the RISE Impact Investing Community, offers a rare opportunity to go behind the scenes of the world’s leading luxury brands while engaging with an intimate group of like-minded women. Led by Rebecca, founder of Ecohyde(80% food waste convert to beautiful plant based leathers), this experience will immerse you in the future of sustainable fashion and impact-driven entrepreneurship.

🚀 Mission:
Our goal is to create meaningful experiences that blend luxury with impact, offering an insider’s look at how innovation is shaping sustainable industries—all while fostering powerful connections with a select group of women leaders and investors.

♻️ Exclusive Experiences:
✅ Private Factory Tour – See how Gucci, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and more produce their bags & shoes.
✅ Custom Design Session – Create your own luxury product using Ecohyde’s sustainable materials.
✅ Luxury Accommodations – Stay at the breathtaking Villa Sassolini, with curated experiences throughout Florence.
✅ Seamless Travel – Private luxury buses ensure a smooth experience.
✅ Curated Community – An intimate group of 10 incredible women—this is a capped, invite-only experience.

📊 Trip Highlights:
✅ Dates: May 1st – May 7th, 2025
✅ All-Inclusive: Activities, accommodations, and meals (airfare not included)
✅ Optional Add-Ons: Alcohol & room upgrades

🔹 How to Join:
📩 Secure your spot now—this experience is limited!
📅 Questions? Book time with me, reply to this email, or text me at 480-438-8322.

This is more than a trip—it’s a transformative experience in the heart of Florence, where impact, luxury, and connection come together. Will you join us? ✨

🎯 Want to Learn More?
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Look around at the real estate and businesses out there—there are ones that prioritize making the world better for you and your generation, and some that don't. We want to support those that prioritize these principles. We look for solid plans with great people leading.

P.S. Whenever you’re ready here are a few ways for us to work together:

1. Partner with Us in Our Next Impact Real Estate Opportunity!

   We are in the final stages of due diligence on an exclusive impact real estate opportunity, and we’ll soon be inviting a select group to collaborate with us.

   🔹 Want to be invited to join us?
   📩 Reach out at hello@iic-capital.com

   Let’s invest in impact—together.

2. Impact Investing Education Program:

   Not ready to invest? Begin the world of impact investing with our 8 week Impact Investing co-taught Impact Investing Masterclass - email [email protected] to be added to the wait list. Every week will be co-taught with a private impact investing collaborator.

   Together, we're not just investors; we're changemakers.

   Until next week, keep making an impact!

   Warmly,

   ^Tanaha

At R.I.S.E (Rewarding Investments Smart Education) nonprofit we are committed to educating and providing community for women investors at every stage of their impact investment journey. We believe the key to success lies in education, informed decision-making, and using investments to make an impact. Join Impact Investing Community (IIC) Capital when you are ready to invest.

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