Verve Super offers a financial platform that provides ethical investment opportunities specifically designed for women, enhancing their financial literacy through tailored educational resources. The service addresses the gap in accessible financial solutions for women by promoting sustainable investment options and member benefit services.
Funding
$3M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional superannuation funds often overlook the specific financial needs and values of women and gender diverse individuals, leading to a retirement savings gap and a lack of investment in gender equity and sustainable solutions. Many individuals seek to align their investments with their ethical values, but lack accessible options within the superannuation system.
Solution
Verve Super is an ethical superannuation fund designed to address the unique financial challenges faced by women and gender diverse individuals, while also promoting investments in companies and assets that support gender equity and climate solutions. Verve Super offers members access to Verve Learn, an educational platform providing resources such as events, expert coaching, workshops, and money guides to enhance financial literacy. The fund invests in areas such as disability housing and renewable energy projects through Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) and other managed investment vehicles, ensuring members' superannuation contributes to a more equitable and sustainable future. Verve Super also provides access to a Support Squad of financial and career coaches to assist members with specific needs like career changes or navigating divorce.
Target Audience
Verve Super targets women, gender diverse individuals, and allies who are seeking ethical superannuation options that align with their values and address the gender retirement savings gap.
Features
- Ethical investment options focused on gender equity and climate solutions, avoiding investments in fossil fuels and harmful industries
- Access to Verve Learn, an educational platform with money courses, guides, and workshops
- Support Squad providing one-on-one coaching for career and financial advice
- Investments in transforming disability housing and renewable energy assets
- Online platform for easy account management and contributions
- Member community for support and shared learning
- Baby bump program offering fee refunds for eligible new parents