What is Bridges Fund Management?
Bridges Fund Management is a global leader in impact investing, focused on creating a more sustainable and inclusive future. At its core, Bridges invests exclusively in solutions that either help decarbonise the economy or enable more people to unlock their potential. Climate change and inequality are the defining challenges of our time, and Bridges tackles both head-on. Their approach isn’t just about doing good—it’s about seizing a unique opportunity to generate lasting economic and social value through sustainable finance.
Main Benefits and Key Figures
Here’s a quick snapshot of what makes Bridges stand out:
- Over £2 billion of assets developed since 2010 across more than 70 transactions
- Supports ambitious growth companies driving the transition to a sustainable economy
- Operates a pioneering patient capital vehicle alongside a growth equity fund
- Has provided project finance and management for 70+ innovative outcomes partnerships
- Impacted nearly 50,000 people globally through these partnerships
- Raised over £1.7 billion across three private markets strategies since 2002
- Certified B Corporation since 2015, ranking in the top 1.5% globally
- Consistently awarded 5 stars by the PRI and recognized as ‘Impact Investor of the Year’
The Bridges Platform: Driving Sustainable Growth
The Bridges Property Funds focus on needs-driven growth sectors, especially those that support decarbonising the built environment and improving health and wellbeing outcomes. They back companies whose products or services are not only sustainable but also commercially promising. By identifying sectors where sustainability and impact unlock real growth opportunities, Bridges partners with like-minded businesses through their growth equity fund and patient capital vehicle. This dual approach allows them to support innovation while delivering attractive returns.
Outcomes Partnerships: A New Model for Impact
Outcomes partnerships are transforming how complex human and environmental services are designed and delivered. Through Bridges Outcomes Partnerships, a not-for-profit subsidiary, the team provides project finance and management to these innovative initiatives. To date, they’ve supported over 70 projects worldwide, positively affecting nearly 50,000 people. This model represents a fresh way to tackle social and environmental challenges by aligning incentives and focusing on measurable outcomes.
A Pioneer in Sustainable and Impact Investing
Founded in 2002 by Sir Ronald Cohen, Michele Giddens, and Philip Newborough, Bridges has been at the forefront of sustainable and impact investing for over two decades. Their deep analysis of global trends has helped them identify investment solutions that make economies more sustainable and inclusive—while unlocking lasting economic value. Bridges was among the first to launch an impact-driven investment fund and has since pioneered multiple products channeling private capital to impactful SMEs, property, and social sector organisations. Their leadership has helped build the global market for impact investing.
Project Impact: Aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
Investing Responsibly with a Passionate Team
Bridges is driven by a passionate team with decades of experience working alongside partners who share their vision. Their commitment goes beyond financial returns—they strive to be ethical and responsible investors, considering all stakeholders in every decision. This dedication ensures that investments not only generate economic value but also create meaningful social and environmental impact. Plus, through the Bridges Impact Foundation, their philanthropic arm, they provide catalytic support to innovative solutions that improve outcomes for underserved communities and the planet. It’s impact investing with heart and hustle.
