The International Foundation for Electoral Systems

The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) is a nonprofit organization that has been striving towards its vision of "Democracy for a better future" since its establishment in 1987. The organization's mission is to build resilient democracies that deliver for all, through the provision of support for citizens' right to participate in free and fair elections. IFES, headquartered in the United States, operates as the global leader in democracy promotion, offering independent expertise to strengthen electoral systems and build local capacity for sustainable solutions. IFES's areas of focus include providing technical assistance to election officials, empowering underrepresented groups to participate in the political process, and leveraging field-based research to improve the electoral cycle. With a presence in over 145 countries, the organization has consistently worked towards advancing good governance and democratic rights since its inception. Despite the absence of specific details on recent investments, IFES's longstanding commitment and impact in the field of democracy promotion position it as a potential area of interest for venture capital that is aligned with supporting global democracy and civic engagement initiatives.