Airwallex, an Australian-founded financial platform, has taken a bold step to foster innovation and support entrepreneurs worldwide with the launch of the Airwallex Impact program. Committing to donate 1% of its equity—currently valued at over $56 million—the company is joining the Pledge 1% movement, ensuring that a significant portion of its success will contribute to long-term social good. Through this initiative, Airwallex is pledging not only its financial resources but also its employee time and products to bolster the innovation community. The company’s commitment includes expanding its volunteerism programs, offering discounted products to nonprofit organizations, and providing mentorship and resources to startups globally.
This initiative builds on Airwallex’s track record of supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs, including its popular Airwallex for Startups program, which has already helped over 2,000 startups in Australia, Singapore, and Hong Kong. As part of its broader social impact efforts, the company will dedicate employee time to volunteering and provide pro-bono mentoring and grants to early-stage startups, especially those in underrepresented sectors like AI and fintech. By fostering these connections and breaking down barriers for emerging founders, Airwallex hopes to ignite innovation and create lasting value for communities worldwide, making an enduring impact on both the business world and society at large.
