IDEAS Institute for Development, Evaluation, Assistance Solutions is an international entrepreneurial NGO that aims to empower resource-poor individuals and communities worldwide by improving the organizations that provide microfinance and economic development services. With expertise in impact investing, consulting, and evaluations, IDEAS helps measure and manage the desired impact for investors, funds, social enterprises, and grassroots organizations. They also offer a range of consulting services, including solar energy, microfranchising, market research, business development, rural finance, and strategic planning. As pioneers in social performance management and creators of 15 different enterprises, IDEAS has extensive experience in evaluation methodologies and has taught these methodologies in various venues. They specialize in catalytic financing to make impact investing effective and provide evaluation, consulting, and training services to NGOs, microfinance institutions, development organizations, and other socially responsible institutions. IDEAS is committed to building secure and sustainable futures for individuals, families, and communities around the world.Generated from the website