Soli Organic
Venture Round in 2021
Soli Organic is an indoor farming startup that specializes in providing fresh organic culinary herbs to grocery stores, ensuring a year-round supply for consumers. The company's offerings include a variety of herbs such as basil, rosemary, lime leaves, chives, and arugula, all cultivated as living plants with fresh-cut leaves. Soli Organic focuses on delivering healthy and flavorful products that promote local consumption and enhance culinary experiences. By growing these herbs regionally, the company aims to make fresh organic options accessible to millions, thereby contributing to a more flavorful and sustainable food culture.
Pacha Soap
Convertible Note in 2021
Pacha Soap Company, founded in 2011 and based in Hastings, Nebraska, specializes in the manufacture of all-natural, handcrafted soaps and bath products. The company is dedicated to promoting health, hygiene, and well-being through its environmentally sustainable offerings, which are free from parabens and toxic chemicals. By using organic ingredients, Pacha Soap aims to provide customers with effective and eco-friendly solutions for personal care, ensuring a clean and germ-free experience while prioritizing environmental responsibility.
Farmhouse Culture
Convertible Note in 2021
Farmhouse Culture, Inc. is a producer and marketer of organic, probiotic-rich food products, specializing in fermented items such as sauerkraut and kimchi. Founded in 2009 in Watsonville, California, by Kathryn Lukas, a classically trained chef, the company emerged from her passion for traditional fermentation methods and a commitment to promoting gut health. Farmhouse Culture offers a range of organic, non-GMO, plant-based, and gluten-free products designed to enhance overall wellness by supporting digestive health. The company has positioned itself as a leader in the market for rich, health-focused foods and beverages, appealing to consumers interested in nurturing their microbiome and improving their immune system.
Soli Organic
Series C in 2020
Soli Organic is an indoor farming startup that specializes in providing fresh organic culinary herbs to grocery stores, ensuring a year-round supply for consumers. The company's offerings include a variety of herbs such as basil, rosemary, lime leaves, chives, and arugula, all cultivated as living plants with fresh-cut leaves. Soli Organic focuses on delivering healthy and flavorful products that promote local consumption and enhance culinary experiences. By growing these herbs regionally, the company aims to make fresh organic options accessible to millions, thereby contributing to a more flavorful and sustainable food culture.
Rustic Crust
Series C in 2020
Rustic Crust Inc. is a New Hampshire-based bakery specializing in the production of all-natural, ready-made pizza crusts, gluten-free products, sauce packs, and flatbreads. Founded in 1996 originally as Ever Better Eating, the company rebranded to Rustic Crust in 2005. Its offerings include a variety of crusts and frozen topped flatbread pizzas, each crafted with hand-formed dough that undergoes slow fermentation and double proofing, resulting in a rich flavor profile. Rustic Crust’s products are designed to assist customers in creating homemade pizzas, utilizing organic ingredients to maintain freshness and taste without the need for refrigeration. The company serves its customers primarily through online retailers and also provides recipes for appetizers, main courses, and desserts.
Bakery on Main
Debt Financing in 2020
Bakery on Main passion has always been to bring their customers delicious baked products made with clean and natural ingredients. Their goal is to make you happy while helping to clean up their food supply and provide everyone with products that can be trusted by those who need it and delicious to everyone who tries it! They hope that enjoying their products makes you as HAPPY as it make them to make them for you!
Rustic Crust
Convertible Note in 2020
Rustic Crust Inc. is a New Hampshire-based bakery specializing in the production of all-natural, ready-made pizza crusts, gluten-free products, sauce packs, and flatbreads. Founded in 1996 originally as Ever Better Eating, the company rebranded to Rustic Crust in 2005. Its offerings include a variety of crusts and frozen topped flatbread pizzas, each crafted with hand-formed dough that undergoes slow fermentation and double proofing, resulting in a rich flavor profile. Rustic Crust’s products are designed to assist customers in creating homemade pizzas, utilizing organic ingredients to maintain freshness and taste without the need for refrigeration. The company serves its customers primarily through online retailers and also provides recipes for appetizers, main courses, and desserts.
Elevation Brands
Debt Financing in 2020
Elevation Brands develops, manufactures and markets mission-driven brands to improve the lives of families and the environment including Blue Horizon Seafood and Ian’s Natural Foods.
Soli Organic
Debt Financing in 2020
Soli Organic is an indoor farming startup that specializes in providing fresh organic culinary herbs to grocery stores, ensuring a year-round supply for consumers. The company's offerings include a variety of herbs such as basil, rosemary, lime leaves, chives, and arugula, all cultivated as living plants with fresh-cut leaves. Soli Organic focuses on delivering healthy and flavorful products that promote local consumption and enhance culinary experiences. By growing these herbs regionally, the company aims to make fresh organic options accessible to millions, thereby contributing to a more flavorful and sustainable food culture.
Open Range Beef
Debt Financing in 2019
Open Range Beef is a boutique beef processing company that specializes in providing premium organic beef tailored to customer specifications. Committed to strict organic principles, the company emphasizes food safety, employee safety, and humane animal handling practices. Open Range Beef ensures the organic integrity and traceability of its products by maintaining streamlined record-keeping that tracks cattle from birth to delivery. The company primarily serves certified organic and toll processing markets, offering products that are grass-fed and free from antibiotics, thereby meeting the growing demand for high-quality, responsibly sourced beef.
Brew Dr. Kombucha
Debt Financing in 2019
Brew Dr. Kombucha, LLC, founded in 2008 and based in Portland, Oregon, is a manufacturer of organic kombucha made from high-quality tea, herbs, and roots. Operating as a subsidiary of Townshend's Tea Company, Brew Dr. Kombucha produces its beverages entirely in-house, taking care to brew organic tea blends that undergo a two-week probiotic fermentation process. This meticulous attention to quality allows the company to create flavors that are well-balanced and distinct, without the need for added flavors or juices. Brew Dr. Kombucha emphasizes the use of whole, organic ingredients, offering a range of flavors such as apple, mango, ginger lemon, and ginger turmeric, catering to health-conscious consumers seeking naturally made beverages.
Farmhouse Culture
Venture Round in 2019
Farmhouse Culture, Inc. is a producer and marketer of organic, probiotic-rich food products, specializing in fermented items such as sauerkraut and kimchi. Founded in 2009 in Watsonville, California, by Kathryn Lukas, a classically trained chef, the company emerged from her passion for traditional fermentation methods and a commitment to promoting gut health. Farmhouse Culture offers a range of organic, non-GMO, plant-based, and gluten-free products designed to enhance overall wellness by supporting digestive health. The company has positioned itself as a leader in the market for rich, health-focused foods and beverages, appealing to consumers interested in nurturing their microbiome and improving their immune system.
Elevation Brands
Series C in 2019
Elevation Brands develops, manufactures and markets mission-driven brands to improve the lives of families and the environment including Blue Horizon Seafood and Ian’s Natural Foods.
Soli Organic
Debt Financing in 2019
Soli Organic is an indoor farming startup that specializes in providing fresh organic culinary herbs to grocery stores, ensuring a year-round supply for consumers. The company's offerings include a variety of herbs such as basil, rosemary, lime leaves, chives, and arugula, all cultivated as living plants with fresh-cut leaves. Soli Organic focuses on delivering healthy and flavorful products that promote local consumption and enhance culinary experiences. By growing these herbs regionally, the company aims to make fresh organic options accessible to millions, thereby contributing to a more flavorful and sustainable food culture.
Big Easy Bucha
Debt Financing in 2018
Big Easy Bucha is a producer of organic kombucha beverages based in New Orleans, Louisiana, established in 2014. The company specializes in healthy and refreshing drinks that are fermented tea rich in probiotics. Its product line includes organic kombucha, organic shots, and tepache, all designed to improve gut health and boost immunity. These beverages are naturally carbonated and lightly sweetened, providing a healthier alternative to sugary sodas for health-conscious consumers.
Farmhouse Culture
Convertible Note in 2018
Farmhouse Culture, Inc. is a producer and marketer of organic, probiotic-rich food products, specializing in fermented items such as sauerkraut and kimchi. Founded in 2009 in Watsonville, California, by Kathryn Lukas, a classically trained chef, the company emerged from her passion for traditional fermentation methods and a commitment to promoting gut health. Farmhouse Culture offers a range of organic, non-GMO, plant-based, and gluten-free products designed to enhance overall wellness by supporting digestive health. The company has positioned itself as a leader in the market for rich, health-focused foods and beverages, appealing to consumers interested in nurturing their microbiome and improving their immune system.
NurturMe
Venture Round in 2018
NurturMe is a producer of organic food products designed specifically for children and toddlers. The company offers a range of innovative and sustainable food options that cater to the nutritional needs of young children, including the first 100% pure quinoa alternative to traditional rice cereals, dry pouch infant meals that can be mixed with breast milk or formula, and healthy toddler snacks that provide 1.5 servings of fruit and vegetables in each pouch. All products are made from specially selected super fruits and vegetables that are quick-dried to preserve freshness and nutrients. NurturMe's offerings are certified organic, gluten-free, non-GMO, and kosher, containing no added preservatives, sugars, or salts. This commitment to health extends to avoiding common allergens, making their food suitable for sensitive digestive systems. Additionally, NurturMe emphasizes environmental responsibility, as their lightweight dried foods are made in the USA, contributing to a smaller carbon footprint compared to traditional baby food options.
Open Range Beef
Debt Financing in 2018
Open Range Beef is a boutique beef processing company that specializes in providing premium organic beef tailored to customer specifications. Committed to strict organic principles, the company emphasizes food safety, employee safety, and humane animal handling practices. Open Range Beef ensures the organic integrity and traceability of its products by maintaining streamlined record-keeping that tracks cattle from birth to delivery. The company primarily serves certified organic and toll processing markets, offering products that are grass-fed and free from antibiotics, thereby meeting the growing demand for high-quality, responsibly sourced beef.
Hip Chick Farms
Convertible Note in 2018
Hip Chick Farms, Inc. is a producer of frozen poultry products, specializing in organic and natural offerings such as chicken fingers, meatballs, wings, and stock items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Sebastopol, California, the company focuses on providing ethically raised, free-range chicken products. Their commitment to transparency ensures that customers can enjoy high-quality, easily accessible poultry options suitable for the entire family.
Rustic Crust
Venture Round in 2018
Rustic Crust Inc. is a New Hampshire-based bakery specializing in the production of all-natural, ready-made pizza crusts, gluten-free products, sauce packs, and flatbreads. Founded in 1996 originally as Ever Better Eating, the company rebranded to Rustic Crust in 2005. Its offerings include a variety of crusts and frozen topped flatbread pizzas, each crafted with hand-formed dough that undergoes slow fermentation and double proofing, resulting in a rich flavor profile. Rustic Crust’s products are designed to assist customers in creating homemade pizzas, utilizing organic ingredients to maintain freshness and taste without the need for refrigeration. The company serves its customers primarily through online retailers and also provides recipes for appetizers, main courses, and desserts.
NurturMe
Debt Financing in 2018
NurturMe is a producer of organic food products designed specifically for children and toddlers. The company offers a range of innovative and sustainable food options that cater to the nutritional needs of young children, including the first 100% pure quinoa alternative to traditional rice cereals, dry pouch infant meals that can be mixed with breast milk or formula, and healthy toddler snacks that provide 1.5 servings of fruit and vegetables in each pouch. All products are made from specially selected super fruits and vegetables that are quick-dried to preserve freshness and nutrients. NurturMe's offerings are certified organic, gluten-free, non-GMO, and kosher, containing no added preservatives, sugars, or salts. This commitment to health extends to avoiding common allergens, making their food suitable for sensitive digestive systems. Additionally, NurturMe emphasizes environmental responsibility, as their lightweight dried foods are made in the USA, contributing to a smaller carbon footprint compared to traditional baby food options.
Hip Chick Farms
Series A in 2018
Hip Chick Farms, Inc. is a producer of frozen poultry products, specializing in organic and natural offerings such as chicken fingers, meatballs, wings, and stock items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Sebastopol, California, the company focuses on providing ethically raised, free-range chicken products. Their commitment to transparency ensures that customers can enjoy high-quality, easily accessible poultry options suitable for the entire family.
Hip Chick Farms
Convertible Note in 2017
Hip Chick Farms, Inc. is a producer of frozen poultry products, specializing in organic and natural offerings such as chicken fingers, meatballs, wings, and stock items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Sebastopol, California, the company focuses on providing ethically raised, free-range chicken products. Their commitment to transparency ensures that customers can enjoy high-quality, easily accessible poultry options suitable for the entire family.
NurturMe
Venture Round in 2017
NurturMe is a producer of organic food products designed specifically for children and toddlers. The company offers a range of innovative and sustainable food options that cater to the nutritional needs of young children, including the first 100% pure quinoa alternative to traditional rice cereals, dry pouch infant meals that can be mixed with breast milk or formula, and healthy toddler snacks that provide 1.5 servings of fruit and vegetables in each pouch. All products are made from specially selected super fruits and vegetables that are quick-dried to preserve freshness and nutrients. NurturMe's offerings are certified organic, gluten-free, non-GMO, and kosher, containing no added preservatives, sugars, or salts. This commitment to health extends to avoiding common allergens, making their food suitable for sensitive digestive systems. Additionally, NurturMe emphasizes environmental responsibility, as their lightweight dried foods are made in the USA, contributing to a smaller carbon footprint compared to traditional baby food options.
Imperial Frozen Foods
Debt Financing in 2017
Imperial Frozen Foods, an extension of the Fruitcrest Preserve Company, specializes in the supply and distribution of both conventional and organic frozen fruits. The company has established itself as a leading supplier of high-quality frozen fruits and fruit blends, catering to the evolving needs of the market. Imperial focuses on global sourcing and packing, primarily serving private label retailers, grocers, and supermarket chains across the United States. As consumer preferences shifted and the demand for private brands increased, Imperial adapted to these changes, solidifying its position in the frozen food industry.
Farmhouse Culture
Series D in 2017
Farmhouse Culture, Inc. is a producer and marketer of organic, probiotic-rich food products, specializing in fermented items such as sauerkraut and kimchi. Founded in 2009 in Watsonville, California, by Kathryn Lukas, a classically trained chef, the company emerged from her passion for traditional fermentation methods and a commitment to promoting gut health. Farmhouse Culture offers a range of organic, non-GMO, plant-based, and gluten-free products designed to enhance overall wellness by supporting digestive health. The company has positioned itself as a leader in the market for rich, health-focused foods and beverages, appealing to consumers interested in nurturing their microbiome and improving their immune system.
Brew Dr. Kombucha
Debt Financing in 2017
Brew Dr. Kombucha, LLC, founded in 2008 and based in Portland, Oregon, is a manufacturer of organic kombucha made from high-quality tea, herbs, and roots. Operating as a subsidiary of Townshend's Tea Company, Brew Dr. Kombucha produces its beverages entirely in-house, taking care to brew organic tea blends that undergo a two-week probiotic fermentation process. This meticulous attention to quality allows the company to create flavors that are well-balanced and distinct, without the need for added flavors or juices. Brew Dr. Kombucha emphasizes the use of whole, organic ingredients, offering a range of flavors such as apple, mango, ginger lemon, and ginger turmeric, catering to health-conscious consumers seeking naturally made beverages.
Basin Transportation and Farming
Series A in 2016
Basin Transportation and Farming transports agricultural commodities and natural fertilizers processed for organic growing. It was established in 2010 in Moses Lake, Washington.
Soli Organic
Venture Round in 2016
Soli Organic is an indoor farming startup that specializes in providing fresh organic culinary herbs to grocery stores, ensuring a year-round supply for consumers. The company's offerings include a variety of herbs such as basil, rosemary, lime leaves, chives, and arugula, all cultivated as living plants with fresh-cut leaves. Soli Organic focuses on delivering healthy and flavorful products that promote local consumption and enhance culinary experiences. By growing these herbs regionally, the company aims to make fresh organic options accessible to millions, thereby contributing to a more flavorful and sustainable food culture.
Green Zebra Grocery
Debt Financing in 2016
Green Zebra Grocery, Inc. is a Portland, Oregon-based company that operates a chain of healthy convenience food stores known as Fresh Feed. Established in 2012, the company focuses on increasing access to healthy, organic, and local foods by transforming the traditional convenience store model. Green Zebra's small-format stores provide a variety of offerings, including made-from-scratch grab-and-go meals, a full-service coffee bar, beer and wine, and carefully sourced groceries. With an emphasis on convenience and quality, the stores are designed to facilitate quick access to nutritious snacks and meals, catering to communities and workplaces looking for healthier food options.
Navitas Organics
Debt Financing in 2016
Navitas Organics is a manufacturer and seller of organic superfood products, founded in 2003 and based in Novato, California. The company specializes in a variety of plant-based food items that cater to health-conscious consumers, focusing on areas such as energy, beauty, immune support, and stress reduction. Its product offerings include cacao and camu powders, chia seeds, cashews, coconut sugar, goji berries, and various snack bars and blends, all sourced from regenerative organic farming practices. Navitas Organics emphasizes a commitment to quality by ensuring its products are gluten-free and free from pesticides and fertilizers. The company distributes its products through retail and online channels across the United States, as well as through its own online shop. In March 2017, it rebranded from Navitas Naturals to Navitas Organics to better reflect its mission and product focus.
Hip Chick Farms
Series A in 2016
Hip Chick Farms, Inc. is a producer of frozen poultry products, specializing in organic and natural offerings such as chicken fingers, meatballs, wings, and stock items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Sebastopol, California, the company focuses on providing ethically raised, free-range chicken products. Their commitment to transparency ensures that customers can enjoy high-quality, easily accessible poultry options suitable for the entire family.
Hip Chick Farms
Debt Financing in 2016
Hip Chick Farms, Inc. is a producer of frozen poultry products, specializing in organic and natural offerings such as chicken fingers, meatballs, wings, and stock items. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Sebastopol, California, the company focuses on providing ethically raised, free-range chicken products. Their commitment to transparency ensures that customers can enjoy high-quality, easily accessible poultry options suitable for the entire family.
NurturMe
Venture Round in 2016
NurturMe is a producer of organic food products designed specifically for children and toddlers. The company offers a range of innovative and sustainable food options that cater to the nutritional needs of young children, including the first 100% pure quinoa alternative to traditional rice cereals, dry pouch infant meals that can be mixed with breast milk or formula, and healthy toddler snacks that provide 1.5 servings of fruit and vegetables in each pouch. All products are made from specially selected super fruits and vegetables that are quick-dried to preserve freshness and nutrients. NurturMe's offerings are certified organic, gluten-free, non-GMO, and kosher, containing no added preservatives, sugars, or salts. This commitment to health extends to avoiding common allergens, making their food suitable for sensitive digestive systems. Additionally, NurturMe emphasizes environmental responsibility, as their lightweight dried foods are made in the USA, contributing to a smaller carbon footprint compared to traditional baby food options.
Brew Dr. Kombucha
Debt Financing in 2015
Brew Dr. Kombucha, LLC, founded in 2008 and based in Portland, Oregon, is a manufacturer of organic kombucha made from high-quality tea, herbs, and roots. Operating as a subsidiary of Townshend's Tea Company, Brew Dr. Kombucha produces its beverages entirely in-house, taking care to brew organic tea blends that undergo a two-week probiotic fermentation process. This meticulous attention to quality allows the company to create flavors that are well-balanced and distinct, without the need for added flavors or juices. Brew Dr. Kombucha emphasizes the use of whole, organic ingredients, offering a range of flavors such as apple, mango, ginger lemon, and ginger turmeric, catering to health-conscious consumers seeking naturally made beverages.
Soli Organic
Venture Round in 2015
Soli Organic is an indoor farming startup that specializes in providing fresh organic culinary herbs to grocery stores, ensuring a year-round supply for consumers. The company's offerings include a variety of herbs such as basil, rosemary, lime leaves, chives, and arugula, all cultivated as living plants with fresh-cut leaves. Soli Organic focuses on delivering healthy and flavorful products that promote local consumption and enhance culinary experiences. By growing these herbs regionally, the company aims to make fresh organic options accessible to millions, thereby contributing to a more flavorful and sustainable food culture.
Open Range Beef
Debt Financing in 2014
Open Range Beef is a boutique beef processing company that specializes in providing premium organic beef tailored to customer specifications. Committed to strict organic principles, the company emphasizes food safety, employee safety, and humane animal handling practices. Open Range Beef ensures the organic integrity and traceability of its products by maintaining streamlined record-keeping that tracks cattle from birth to delivery. The company primarily serves certified organic and toll processing markets, offering products that are grass-fed and free from antibiotics, thereby meeting the growing demand for high-quality, responsibly sourced beef.
Brew Dr. Kombucha
Debt Financing in 2013
Brew Dr. Kombucha, LLC, founded in 2008 and based in Portland, Oregon, is a manufacturer of organic kombucha made from high-quality tea, herbs, and roots. Operating as a subsidiary of Townshend's Tea Company, Brew Dr. Kombucha produces its beverages entirely in-house, taking care to brew organic tea blends that undergo a two-week probiotic fermentation process. This meticulous attention to quality allows the company to create flavors that are well-balanced and distinct, without the need for added flavors or juices. Brew Dr. Kombucha emphasizes the use of whole, organic ingredients, offering a range of flavors such as apple, mango, ginger lemon, and ginger turmeric, catering to health-conscious consumers seeking naturally made beverages.
EnviRelation
Debt Financing in 2010
EnviRelation LLC, established in 2006 and based in Washington D.C., specializes in environmental services tailored for the hospitality industry. The company offers food composting services for various businesses such as restaurants, hotels, schools, and hospitals, processing organic waste like fruits, meats, dairy, and paper products. Additionally, EnviRelation provides emissions quantification services to track greenhouse gas emissions, sustainability reporting services for individual properties and corporations, and environmental projects documentation.
The Rainforest Company
Debt Financing in 1997
The Rainforest Company is an e-commerce platform established in Berlin in 2016. It specializes in producing and distributing natural, organic food products, with a focus on vegan superfoods like acai. The company's product range includes ready-to-eat breakfast options such as meal bowls and smoothies, made from sustainably sourced ingredients that are high in protein, low in calories and sugar. Notably, The Rainforest Company donates a portion of its revenue to rainforest conservation efforts, enabling customers to make a positive environmental impact through their daily food choices.
The Rainforest Company
Venture Round in 1997
The Rainforest Company is an e-commerce platform established in Berlin in 2016. It specializes in producing and distributing natural, organic food products, with a focus on vegan superfoods like acai. The company's product range includes ready-to-eat breakfast options such as meal bowls and smoothies, made from sustainably sourced ingredients that are high in protein, low in calories and sugar. Notably, The Rainforest Company donates a portion of its revenue to rainforest conservation efforts, enabling customers to make a positive environmental impact through their daily food choices.