Established in 2001, Acumen Fund is a non-profit global venture fund that uses entrepreneurial approaches to solve the problems of poverty. Its headquarters are located in New York, United States.

Acumen Fund's investment strategy centers on the notion of "patient capital," making long-term debt or equity investments in early-stage companies providing reliable and affordable services to the world's underprivileged. As of 2023, the organization has a diverse team of over 100 employees, dedicated to identifying and supporting these groundbreaking businesses. The non-profit has raised a total of $60.8M across 3 funds.