Smalls is a direct-to-consumer pet food company based in New York that specializes in producing human-grade, fresh food for cats. Founded in 2017 by co-founders Matt Michaelson and Calvin Hughes, the company offers a range of cat food options, including chicken, beef, turkey, and duck, as well as freeze-dried variants. Each product is crafted using fresh meat and a small amount of green vegetables, gently cooked to preserve nutrients and moisture. Smalls provides customized meal kits tailored to meet the specific nutritional needs of cats, ensuring that pet owners can conveniently access healthy and fresh food delivered directly to their homes.
GrubMarket
Venture Round in 2022
GrubMarket, Inc. is an online marketplace that connects sellers with customers by offering a wide range of food and related products at wholesale prices. Founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, GrubMarket specializes in organic, vegan, gluten-free items, fresh produce, snacks, beverages, pantry staples, home goods, health and beauty products, and items for pets and children. The company sources food from local farms, fisheries, commercial kitchens, and restaurants, emphasizing quality and sustainability. In addition to its marketplace, GrubMarket provides a Software-as-a-Service platform designed for food delivery services and also features a gaming application called GrubMarket FarmBox. As a significant player in the B2B eCommerce sector of the American food supply chain, GrubMarket leverages artificial intelligence to enhance its services and operations.
Everything Legendary
Series A in 2022
Everything Legendary is a retailer focused on providing plant-based, gluten-free, and soy-free food products. The company specializes in vegan offerings, including burgers, non-dairy milkshakes, fries, cookies, sweets, cakes, breads, cupcakes, and freshly pressed juices. By catering to the health and dietary preferences of consumers, Everything Legendary aims to improve health outcomes, particularly within the Black community, allowing customers to enjoy their favorite foods in a healthier format from the comfort of their homes.
Pots
Venture Round in 2021
Pots & Co is a producer of steam-baked puddings and dessert products, dedicated to delivering a diverse array of flavors in a sustainable manner. The company prides itself on using high-quality, ethically sourced ingredients, primarily British-grown or manufactured, such as real Devon cream and Cornish Sea Salt. With a team of chefs trained in esteemed restaurants, Pots & Co emphasizes craftsmanship in its cooking processes, avoiding preservatives and additives to ensure purity and flavor. Their product range includes fruit and chocolate puddings, multi-flavored ganaches, cheesecakes, and mezze dips, all elegantly packaged in reusable and recyclable ceramic pots. This commitment to quality and sustainability allows consumers to indulge in healthy and delicious desserts.
Gathered Foods
Series B in 2020
Gathered Foods Corporation, operating under the brand name Good Catch, specializes in the development, production, and sale of plant-based seafood alternatives in the United States. Founded in 2016 and based in Heath, Ohio, the company offers a variety of products, including plant-based tuna, frozen entrées, and appetizers, all crafted from a unique blend of six legumes—peas, chickpeas, lentils, soy, fava beans, and navy beans—alongside seaweed and algae extract to enhance flavor. These products are designed to replicate the taste and experience of traditional seafood while being free from dairy, gluten, and GMOs, providing a cruelty-free option for consumers seeking alternatives to seafood. Gathered Foods sells its products through both retail stores and online channels, catering to a growing market of health-conscious and environmentally aware consumers.
Good Culture
Venture Round in 2019
Good Culture, LLC, established in 2014 and headquartered in Irvine, California, specializes in the production of organic cultured dairy products. The company's portfolio includes a range of thick, creamy, low-sugar cottage cheese, probiotic gut shots, and sour cream. Good Culture focuses on providing real-food options with simple ingredients, aiming to offer consumers healthy dairy alternatives that do not compromise their well-being. Its products are available through stores across the United States.
Urban Remedy
Series B in 2018
Urban Remedy, Inc. is a plant-based organic food company founded in 2011 and headquartered in Point Richmond, California. The company specializes in producing and delivering organic juices, ready-to-eat meals, and healthy snacks, including juice cleansing elixirs, meal replacement drinks, and a variety of snacks such as brittles, cookies, brownies, and chips. All of Urban Remedy's offerings are certified organic, non-GMO Project Verified, gluten-free, and low glycemic, aligning with its mission that "Food is Healing." The company emphasizes convenience by shipping directly to customers nationwide and operates 17 retail locations along with over 300 grocery kiosks across 21 states. Urban Remedy is also recognized as a certified B Corporation, reflecting its commitment to social and environmental performance.
Purely Elizabeth
Venture Round in 2017
Purely Elizabeth LLC is a Boulder, Colorado-based company founded in 2009 that specializes in the production of natural and organic food products, focusing on healthy and delicious gluten-free options. The company's product line includes muesli, grain-free granola, probiotic granola, oatmeal, and cereals, all made from high-quality, nutrient-rich ingredients. Purely Elizabeth's offerings are certified organic, gluten-free, vegan, free from refined sugars, and non-GMO project verified, catering to health-conscious consumers. In addition to promoting healthy eating and living, the company is committed to environmental sustainability as a member of 1% for the Planet. Through its dedication to quality and nutrition, Purely Elizabeth aims to provide affordable products that support wellness without compromising on taste.
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.
Good Culture
Venture Round in 2016
Good Culture, LLC, established in 2014 and headquartered in Irvine, California, specializes in the production of organic cultured dairy products. The company's portfolio includes a range of thick, creamy, low-sugar cottage cheese, probiotic gut shots, and sour cream. Good Culture focuses on providing real-food options with simple ingredients, aiming to offer consumers healthy dairy alternatives that do not compromise their well-being. Its products are available through stores across the United States.
Tio Gazpacho
Series A in 2016
Tio Gazpacho is a New York-based producer of innovative bottled soups, specializing in drinkable gazpachos that combine the flavors and health benefits of Mediterranean cuisine. The company emphasizes the use of high-quality, all-natural, and organic ingredients, such as raw vegetables and organic extra virgin olive oil, to create its signature chilled soups. Tio Gazpacho's products are never heat pasteurized and are gluten-free, catering to health-conscious consumers seeking convenient meal options. By focusing on freshness and nutrition, Tio Gazpacho aims to provide a refreshing and wholesome alternative to traditional meal offerings.
Good Culture
Seed Round in 2016
Good Culture, LLC, established in 2014 and headquartered in Irvine, California, specializes in the production of organic cultured dairy products. The company's portfolio includes a range of thick, creamy, low-sugar cottage cheese, probiotic gut shots, and sour cream. Good Culture focuses on providing real-food options with simple ingredients, aiming to offer consumers healthy dairy alternatives that do not compromise their well-being. Its products are available through stores across the United States.