Traditional finance often limits sustainable investing to institutions or wealthy individuals. Everyday people rarely get the chance to invest in projects that align with their values. Portuguese startup Goparity is changing that.
Founded in 2017, Goparity enables anyone to invest as little as €5 into projects that promote social and environmental good. Its platform connects users with initiatives that support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This low barrier to entry makes ethical investing more inclusive and scalable than ever.
Goparity’s €2.9M Funding Round Unites Institutions and Individuals
Goparity just closed a new €2.9 million funding round to expand its mission of democratizing sustainable finance. The round was led by 3XP Global’s Impact Innovation Fund, with major participation from Mustard Seed Maze, Schneider Electric, Energy Access, Regenerative.eco, and InvestEco Capital Corp. Together, these institutional investors contributed more than €2.4 million.
For the second time, Goparity invited its investor community to join the round through Crowdcube, an equity crowdfunding platform. Over 800 private investors contributed €470,000 under the same terms as institutional backers, showing strong grassroots support.
Nuno Brito Jorge, CEO and co-founder, called the round “the best validation we could have,” highlighting the platform’s strong year in 2024 and a projected €50 million in total investments by mid-2025.
He also stressed the urgency of impact investing. Between December 2024 and January 2025, six major U.S. banks and four leading Canadian banks exited the UN’s Net Zero Banking Alliance. “Now more than ever, we must direct capital where it can positively affect people and the planet,” he said.
A Micro-Investment Platform Driving Global Sustainability
Born in Lisbon, Goparity was co-founded by Nuno Brito Jorge, Manuel Nery Nina, and Luis Couto. Their mission was simple but bold: help individuals use their money for good. After failing to find a bank aligned with their ethical values, the founders decided to build their own platform.
Goparity lets users invest directly in verified impact projects through a secure, intuitive digital wallet. The platform supports causes including renewable energy, rural development, and social entrepreneurship—spanning continents and sectors. Unlike many rivals, Goparity only supports projects that align with the UN’s SDGs, ensuring every euro contributes to real-world change.
Its micro-investment model starts at just €5, making it one of the most accessible platforms in the market. Investments are tracked through a transparent ledger system. Users can see where their money goes, monitor repayments, and reinvest with ease.
To boost trust and performance, Goparity complies with financial regulations and works with verified payment partners. Unique features like convertible loans, auto-invest tools, and customizable savings plans help users grow both impact and returns.
Goparity also stands out for its community-building. It promotes financial literacy, gender diversity, and offers educational content that attracts a young and increasingly female investor base.
Competing in a Crowded, Evolving Market
Goparity competes with platforms like Fundeen, Abundance Investment, Trine, and Mintos, all of which operate in adjacent sectors. However, Goparity has carved out a strong niche with its low minimum investment, tech-driven features, and strict focus on SDG-aligned projects.
Where others focus on local markets or offer broader asset classes, Goparity stays mission-driven and globally minded. This commitment, along with its strong user engagement, gives it a clear edge.
Rita Branco, Impact Partner at 3XP Global, summed it up: “Investing in Goparity reinforces our belief that sustainable finance can be accessible, inclusive, and scalable. We’re excited to support a team that is redefining how we finance the future.”
