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Alpaca is a subscription-based service that provides monthly care packages of school supplies directly to teachers. The company aims to facilitate parental support for educators by ensuring that every teacher at a school receives a pack of supplies each month. Each subscription allows parents to contribute easily, with a notable value proposition of delivering $2 worth of goods for every $1 spent. This approach not only helps teachers receive the appreciation they deserve but also simplifies the process for parents looking to support their children's educators.

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Monaire is a technology-driven company specializing in automated HVAC and refrigeration management for small commercial businesses. Its innovative platform employs advanced diagnostics to proactively identify and resolve issues, extending equipment lifespan, minimizing repair costs and downtime, and enhancing indoor comfort through precise temperature and air quality control. This results in optimized heating and cooling schedules, reducing energy consumption and waste.

Cartwheel is a provider of mental health support specifically designed for the school community, founded in 2022 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company addresses the growing mental health crisis among students by offering evidence-based services from licensed clinicians. Cartwheel partners with schools to facilitate rapid access to mental health assessments, therapy, and medication evaluations, aiming to empower school staff, alleviate family stress, and enhance overall student mental health outcomes. Its program is compliant with FERPA and HIPAA regulations, ensuring it meets the unique needs of educational institutions in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. By focusing on creating a supportive environment, Cartwheel helps schools become places where every student can thrive.

Yard Stick develops a handheld device that measures soil carbon levels in real-time. This enables evidence-based regenerative farming practices, improving soil health, increasing farmer income, and combating climate change by sequestering carbon.

Elephant Energy is a home electrification platform founded in 2021 by Josh Lake and DR Richardson, focused on simplifying the transition to all-electric technologies for residential heating and cooling systems, as well as various appliances. The company offers a range of products, including heat pumps, electric water heaters, electric vehicle charging solutions, and electric cooking options. By facilitating these upgrades, Elephant Energy aims to enhance home comfort and air quality while enabling homeowners to reduce their carbon emissions. The services are designed to empower both homeowners and contractors in the pursuit of gas-free living.

Founded in 2020, Edlink specializes in two-way connection integration platforms for learning management systems. Its platform facilitates single-sign-on, content integration, grade pass-back, and rostering, enabling seamless access to educational resources.