Our history

The Transformative Journey
of Impact

Since 2015, we have built a robust socio-environmental infrastructure that evolved from the Welight Institute to become a global impact finance platform. Learn about our inspiring timeline.

Milestones of
Our History

A timeline of the key moments that shaped Impact over the years.

2015

The Beginning with Welight Institute for Social and Environmental Innovation

We began our journey directing efforts to areas affected by the Mariana/MG dam disaster. Through water provision projects, we brought relief to impacted communities, extending operations to the backlands of Alagoas and indigenous areas in Acre.

2016

The Birth of Welight Social Technology Ltd

Recognizing the need for technology in the third sector, Welight Social Technology Ltd was born. Our mission was to provide fundraising technology for NGOs and other social impact organizations.

2018

Transformation into S.A and International Expansion

Welight transformed into a Corporation (S.A), expanding its reach and impact. We moved tens of millions in resources from Brazil, Europe and the United States, allowing impact projects to flourish globally.

2019

Best For The World Award from B System

Welight Social Technology was recognized by B System with the Best For The World award in the Clients category, standing out for excellence in service and positive impact generated.

2020

Birth of Impact Payments S.A

We founded Impact, an urgent response to the need to transact philanthropy resources globally. We overcame the limitations of traditional fintechs and banks, creating innovative solutions for philanthropic capital management.

2021

Global Recognition in Climate Fintech

Impact was recognized as one of the TOP 10 CLIMATE FINTECHS in the world, a challenge promoted by Mastercard and Barclays Bank in England. This victory validated our dedication to regenerative financial solutions.

2022

Global Launch of Impact

We presented Impact to the world with a clear objective: offer digital accounts, cards and foreign exchange operations for Social Organizations and community-based Cooperatives that have been ignored by traditional banks.

2023

Continued Recognition and Financial Solutions Expansion

Welight again won the Best For The World award from B System in the Clients category. Impact began delivering financial management, ethical and fair credit, expanding our global reach.

2024

The Evolution of the Platform

We evolved to an innovative impact finance model — we are not a bank, we are much more. We present a global platform focused on transforming resources into real impact. We were recognized among the 10 initiatives accelerated by The Global Innovation Lab for Climate Finance, with the FOOD & FOREST program.

Be Part of
Our History

Join hundreds of organizations that have already chosen Impact to enhance their socio-environmental impact. Our journey is marked by the commitment to promote social justice and regeneration through innovative and inclusive financial solutions.