The Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth

The Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth focuses on promoting equitable and sustainable economic growth and financial inclusion around the world. As an independent Mastercard subsidiary, it combines data, expertise and technology with philanthropic investments to empower a community of thinkers, leaders and innovators on the frontlines of inclusive growth. Follow us on Twitter @CNTR4growth and subscribe to receive our latest insights.    

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives | The Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth

Mastercard: How an IoT Startup Is Tackling Single-Use Plastic, One Load of Laundry at a Time

Jun 5, 2023 2:40 PM ET

Strive Community is part of a portfolio of programs launched by the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth with Caribou Digital.

Videos

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment | The Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth

Impacting Small Business Growth Through Strive

Sep 21, 2022 2:55 PM ET

At the Clinton Global Initiative 2022 meeting, Center President Shamina Singh outlined Mastercard's four key assets for strengthening the financial resilience of small businesses: network, technology, data analytics and access to capital.

Diversity & Inclusion | The Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth

Improving the Financial Strength of Black Small Business Owners

Aug 25, 2022 1:45 PM ET

As we celebrate Black Business Month, we recognize the important role black-owned businesses play in supporting the U.S. economy.

Social Impact & Volunteering | The Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth

Financial Services and Tools Should be for Everybody

May 19, 2022 2:05 PM ET

More than 50 countries have implemented national financial inclusion strategies—it’s time for the U.S. to put financial inclusion on its list of economic priorities.

Diversity & Inclusion | The Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth

Mastercard: Unleashing the Power of Women Entrepreneurs - Meet Marlita

Apr 29, 2022 5:30 PM ET

Marlita Tenorio Gonzales runs a sportswear business with support from CARE’s Ignite program, a partnership with the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth.

Innovation & Technology | The Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth

Mastercard CEO Michael Miebach: How the Private Sector can Help Bring Innovation and Expertise

Apr 22, 2022 2:00 PM ET

Mastercard CEO Michael Miebach discusses how the private sector can help bring the innovation and expertise needed to support financial health and prosperity at The World Bank 2022 Spring Meetings.