Press

“Root Capital’s loans are a crucial link in the fair trade process: allowing farmer organizations to provide timely payments and improved services to their members. TransFair is proud to collaborate with Root Capital in assuring that farmers reap the full benefits of fair trade: higher incomes, enhanced environmental stewardship, and stronger communities.”

Paul Rice
President & CEO
TransFair USA




Root Capital Helps Grassroots Eco-ventures
April 21, 2008 - Miami Herald

The Miami Herald recently highlighted a profile of Root Capital and an interview with Founder William Foote as the cover story in its business section.
Top 15 Charities for Investors for 2007
November 26, 2007 - NuWire Investor

NuWire Investor ranks Root Capital third in its 2007 list of the Top 15 Charities for Investors. Charities were chosen based on their effectiveness and how tangibly the success of one’s donation could be measured.
Transatlantic Innovations in Affordable Capital for Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises
October, 2007 - The Milken Institute and the German Marshall Fund of the United States

The Milken Institute and the German Marshall Fund of the United States highlighted Root Capital for its innovative model that “catalyzes systemic change” in its recently released report on Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprise (SME) Finance.
From Grower to Green Market: Bridging the Rural Finance Gap
September, 2007 - Microfinance Insights

Root Capital was featured in the journal Microfinance Insights for its unconventional lending approach that is demonstrating the viability of rural grassroots businesses.