Our Impact

How We Measure

We use a common set of metrics to measure the reach and impact of our work in all programs and projects. With these insights, we continuously adapt and improve how sustainably and effectively we are helping people and communities create jobs and promote economic stability.

IESC has created economic good that improves lives. The data below is cumulative from 2009.

Deals

Private Sector Growth

Facilitated $20.8 million in sales of commodities, products, or services with the people and communities we serve

Financing

Financing

Facilitated $43.9 million in loan applications and leveraged $293.9 million in funds

Sales

Sales

Average 37% increase in sales within six months of IESC assistance

Jobs

New Jobs

41,420 new full time, part-time, or seasonal jobs that did not exist before IESC assistance

Volunteers

Engaged Volunteers

315 volunteer expert assignments have been a win for the people and communities we serve, as well as for the volunteers whose lives and careers have been enriched

Firms

Strengthened Enterprises

26,854 enterprises, institutions, and organizations have directly benefited from IESC assistance

Individuals

Empowered Individuals

37,940 individuals have directly benefited from IESC assistance

IESC works throughout the business ecosystem to grow small and medium enterprises and promote entrepreneurship. Our locally-led teams—complemented by global expertise—put local stakeholders first.

1,500,000

Jobs

25,000

Volunteer Assignments

137

Countries

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