New School Foods
Seed Round in 2023
New School Foods develops plant-based seafood products that mimic the texture, flavor, nutrition, and cooking experience of traditional seafood. Their initial product is a plant-based salmon filet, aiming to provide sustainable and healthier alternatives.
NuCicer
Seed Round in 2022
NuCicer develops customized chickpea varieties to move chickpeas from an interesting ingredient to a staple superfood. Using a diverse breeding library and a proprietary platform grounded in plant genetics and machine learning, it creates chickpeas with enhanced protein content, targeted functional properties, and favorable agronomic traits. The company aims to deliver better nutrition, improved flavor, and more economical ingredients while reducing agriculture's environmental footprint. By offering multiple lines of chickpeas tailored to nutritional and environmental requirements, NuCicer supports the growth of protein-rich diets and related sectors, including plant-based foods and alternative meat.
Bosque Foods
Seed Round in 2022
Bosque Foods is a fungi-based food company focused on developing whole-cut meat alternatives derived from mycelium. The company aims to revolutionize the meat alternatives market by utilizing clean ingredients and minimal processing. By specializing in fungal mycelium, legumes, and grains, Bosque Foods offers environmentally sustainable, equitable, and animal-free protein options that provide a taste and nutritional experience comparable to traditional meat. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to create a new generation of meat products that meet consumer demands while promoting sustainability.
Apparo
Venture Round in 2022
Apparo is a food processing technology company based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, founded in 2020. It develops technology to process crops in order to maximize the yield of available nutrients, delivering protein and micronutrients to food, supplement, and nutraceutical brands. The technology focuses on total crop utilization to maximize nutritional outputs, contributing to the sustainability and resilience of the food system by enabling brands to access functional and nutritional ingredients.
California Cultured
Seed Round in 2022
California Cultured is a food company that uses cellular agriculture to produce cocoa and coffee, with the aim of delivering sustainable, lab-grown ingredients. Its cocoa is described as less bitter and requiring less sugar to achieve flavor, enabling premium quality products with a smaller environmental footprint. The company seeks to address social and environmental concerns linked to traditional cocoa production by avoiding practices such as slavery, deforestation, and child labor. California Cultured was founded in 2020 and is based in Davis, California.
BIOMILQ develops lab-grown human milk ingredients from cultured mammary cells to support infant nutrition. Founded in 2020 and based in Durham, North Carolina, the company is women-owned and science-led, building a mammary biomanufacturing platform to produce bioauthentic human milk ingredients for early-life nutrition. The platform combines human mammary cells with a scalable manufacturing process to create milk ingredients that promote gut, immune, and brain development, offering families a nutritious and sustainable option for feeding babies.
Tomorrow Foods
Seed Round in 2021
Tomorrow Foods is a company based in Pergamino, Argentina, specializing in the development and production of plant-based ingredients and additives for the food industry. Its offerings include solutions for various applications such as sports nutrition, meat extenders, pasta, dressings, soups, sauces, snacks, cereals, functional beverages, dairy substitutes, and baked goods. By providing integrated turnkey solutions, Tomorrow Foods enables clients to launch nutritious and sustainable products efficiently. The company focuses on introducing innovative alternatives that promote a diverse and well-rounded diet, aligning with the growing consumer demand for healthier food options. Through its research and development efforts, Tomorrow Foods aims to contribute to the evolution of food towards more sustainable practices.
Planted Foods
Series A in 2021
Planted Foods AG is a Swiss company founded in 2019, specializing in the development of plant-based meat alternatives. The company produces products such as planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken, utilizing a formulation that includes pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. Planted Foods employs advanced technology to transform these natural ingredients into nutritious, high-protein meat substitutes that appeal to consumers seeking plant-based options. In addition to its product offerings, the company operates an e-commerce platform to facilitate direct sales to customers. Headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, Planted Foods is committed to providing delicious and sustainable meat alternatives.
LIVEKINDLY
Venture Round in 2020
LIVEKINDLY is a plant-based media and brand collective focused on creating a sustainable, cruelty-free global food system. Through LIVEKINDLY Media it produces digital content that informs and engages the vegan community on health, ethics, environment, and lifestyle, including vegan recipes and guides. The collective owns a portfolio of plant-based brands and collaborates with seed growers, producers, and distributors to scale plant-based products, and has invested in infrastructure to convert traditional meat facilities to plant-based production. It also operates Kindmind, a program offering plant-based meal plans, shopping guides, and expert sessions. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, LIVEKINDLY aims to broaden access to plant-based food and sustainable living worldwide.
80/20 Plants
Seed Round in 2020
80/20 Plants LLC, established in 2018 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, specializes in plant-based nutrition coaching services. The company offers comprehensive diet programs, including a four-part plan, detailed videos, recipes, habit-building strategies, and community support, aiming to promote healthier lifestyles and environmental sustainability through plant-based diets.
Mia & Ben
Series A in 2020
Mia & Ben is a science-driven company dedicated to providing healthy nutrition for babies and children. It specializes in producing organic, plant-based foods tailored to meet the specific nutritional needs of kids. The company's offerings are designed to deliver real flavors while being gluten-free and rich in essential vitamins. Mia & Ben's products are available through both online and offline retailers, allowing parents to access nutritious, salt-free options that resemble homemade organic meals for their children.
Heartbest Foods
Series A in 2020
Founded in 2017, Heartbest Foods specializes in producing plant-based cheese and milk alternatives. Utilizing peas, amaranth, rice, and soybeans, the company aims to create healthier and more sustainable food options.
BIOMILQ
Seed Round in 2020
BIOMILQ develops lab-grown human milk ingredients from cultured mammary cells to support infant nutrition. Founded in 2020 and based in Durham, North Carolina, the company is women-owned and science-led, building a mammary biomanufacturing platform to produce bioauthentic human milk ingredients for early-life nutrition. The platform combines human mammary cells with a scalable manufacturing process to create milk ingredients that promote gut, immune, and brain development, offering families a nutritious and sustainable option for feeding babies.
Heartbest Foods
Series A in 2020
Founded in 2017, Heartbest Foods specializes in producing plant-based cheese and milk alternatives. Utilizing peas, amaranth, rice, and soybeans, the company aims to create healthier and more sustainable food options.
Cubiq Foods
Venture Round in 2020
Cubiq Foods produces sustainable fats and oils using cell culture technology. Based in Barcelona, Spain, the company specializes in cultivated fat enriched with omega-3, serving industrial clients.
Veestro
Venture Round in 2020
Veestro, LLC is a plant-based meal delivery service based in Los Angeles, California, established in 2012. The company specializes in preparing and delivering gourmet, organic meals directly to consumers across the continental United States. Veestro's offerings include a diverse range of products such as breakfast items, entrees, soups, desserts, snacks, and beverages, with options tailored for various dietary needs, including gluten-free and high-protein meals. The company also provides weight loss meal plans and starter packs, along with gift certificates for customers. By focusing on health-conscious consumers, Veestro aims to simplify meal preparation by eliminating the need for shopping, cooking, and cleaning, allowing customers to simply heat and enjoy their meals.
The Vurger
Seed Round in 2020
The Vurger Co Ltd, established in 2016 and headquartered in London, UK, operates as a fast food restaurant with a unique focus on plant-based cuisine. Its mission is to transform the fast food industry by celebrating vegetables, seeds, nuts, and legumes, crafting them into delicious, nutritious, and innovative vegan burgers. The company uses high-quality ingredients such as Beyond Meat, tempeh, and soya, and offers a range of gluten-free and nut-free mayo sauces made with herbs like basil, dill, and parsley.
LIVEKINDLY
Venture Round in 2020
LIVEKINDLY is a plant-based media and brand collective focused on creating a sustainable, cruelty-free global food system. Through LIVEKINDLY Media it produces digital content that informs and engages the vegan community on health, ethics, environment, and lifestyle, including vegan recipes and guides. The collective owns a portfolio of plant-based brands and collaborates with seed growers, producers, and distributors to scale plant-based products, and has invested in infrastructure to convert traditional meat facilities to plant-based production. It also operates Kindmind, a program offering plant-based meal plans, shopping guides, and expert sessions. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, LIVEKINDLY aims to broaden access to plant-based food and sustainable living worldwide.
Alpha Foods
Series A in 2020
Alpha Foods is a company specializing in the production of plant-based food products, emphasizing taste, texture, and sustainability. Founded in 2015, it is committed to providing delicious meat alternatives that are derived from non-dairy and non-genetically modified organisms ingredients. The company focuses on helping consumers maintain their health by offering cholesterol-free food options with enhanced protein content. Alpha Foods aims to create convenient, flavorful meals that reflect a return to a healthier diet while promoting sustainable practices within the food industry.
LoveRaw Ltd is a Manchester-based company that specializes in producing and selling innovative vegan confectionery and nutritious snacks. Founded in 2013, the company offers a range of products, including snack bars, food boosters, almond drinks, chocolates, and butter cups, all made without palm oil or dairy products. LoveRaw emphasizes the use of clean, organic ingredients, ensuring that its offerings are not only healthy but also flavorful. The company markets its products through various international stockists as well as online channels, promoting transparency and simplicity in its food production processes. LoveRaw aims to enhance customers' wellbeing by providing natural and wholesome food options.
Planted Foods
Seed Round in 2019
Planted Foods AG is a Swiss company founded in 2019, specializing in the development of plant-based meat alternatives. The company produces products such as planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken, utilizing a formulation that includes pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. Planted Foods employs advanced technology to transform these natural ingredients into nutritious, high-protein meat substitutes that appeal to consumers seeking plant-based options. In addition to its product offerings, the company operates an e-commerce platform to facilitate direct sales to customers. Headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, Planted Foods is committed to providing delicious and sustainable meat alternatives.
Human Food
Seed Round in 2019
Human Food is a producer of organic daily nutrition bars specifically designed to support a plant-based diet. These bars replace synthetic supplements with actual, organic wholefood vitamins and minerals, catering primarily to vegans and vegetarians. Each bar is formulated to provide essential nutrients that can be difficult to obtain from a plant-based diet, including antioxidants, while being gluten-free and free from grains and added sugars. The ingredients are carefully selected and balanced for optimal taste and bio-availability, ensuring that customers receive a nutritious and naturally vegan alternative to conventional snacks.
Algama is a pioneering food-tech company that harnesses the power of algae to create sustainable, nutritious food solutions. Founded in 2013, Algama aims to feed the world's growing population while preserving the planet by developing microalgae-based ingredients for various applications, with a focus on egg substitutes for bakery products.
Lighter
Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2014, Lighter specializes in personalized meal planning and tracking technology. It bridges the gap between dietary advice and action by generating tailored nutrition programs, including therapeutic diets, through its proprietary software solution. The company offers a searchable recipe database for diverse users and operates LighterPRO, used by healthcare providers to prescribe food as medicine.
The EVERY Company
Series B in 2019
The EVERY Company, formerly known as Clara Foods, specializes in producing animal-free proteins for the food and beverage industry. Founded in 2014 and based in South San Francisco, California, the company utilizes advanced fermentation technology to create functional and nutritional proteins derived from microorganisms. Its product line includes baking ingredients, nutritional supplements, and egg white alternatives that are free from pathogens and suitable for various culinary applications, such as cakes and meringues. The EVERY Company aims to provide a sustainable, healthier, and kinder alternative to traditional animal agriculture by decoupling protein production from animals, thereby offering consumers healthy and affordable protein options without added sugars.
The EVERY Company
Series B in 2019
The EVERY Company, formerly known as Clara Foods, specializes in producing animal-free proteins for the food and beverage industry. Founded in 2014 and based in South San Francisco, California, the company utilizes advanced fermentation technology to create functional and nutritional proteins derived from microorganisms. Its product line includes baking ingredients, nutritional supplements, and egg white alternatives that are free from pathogens and suitable for various culinary applications, such as cakes and meringues. The EVERY Company aims to provide a sustainable, healthier, and kinder alternative to traditional animal agriculture by decoupling protein production from animals, thereby offering consumers healthy and affordable protein options without added sugars.
Veestro
Seed Round in 2018
Veestro, LLC is a plant-based meal delivery service based in Los Angeles, California, established in 2012. The company specializes in preparing and delivering gourmet, organic meals directly to consumers across the continental United States. Veestro's offerings include a diverse range of products such as breakfast items, entrees, soups, desserts, snacks, and beverages, with options tailored for various dietary needs, including gluten-free and high-protein meals. The company also provides weight loss meal plans and starter packs, along with gift certificates for customers. By focusing on health-conscious consumers, Veestro aims to simplify meal preparation by eliminating the need for shopping, cooking, and cleaning, allowing customers to simply heat and enjoy their meals.
LIVEKINDLY
Seed Round in 2018
LIVEKINDLY is a plant-based media and brand collective focused on creating a sustainable, cruelty-free global food system. Through LIVEKINDLY Media it produces digital content that informs and engages the vegan community on health, ethics, environment, and lifestyle, including vegan recipes and guides. The collective owns a portfolio of plant-based brands and collaborates with seed growers, producers, and distributors to scale plant-based products, and has invested in infrastructure to convert traditional meat facilities to plant-based production. It also operates Kindmind, a program offering plant-based meal plans, shopping guides, and expert sessions. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, LIVEKINDLY aims to broaden access to plant-based food and sustainable living worldwide.
Plantable
Seed Round in 2018
Plantable is a health program combining behavioral psychology, neuroscience, and nutritional science to transform well-being. It offers personalized coaching and plant-based meal plans through its lifestyle tool platform, aiming to promote healthy weight loss and improve metabolic health.
Fora Foods
Seed Round in 2018
Fora Foods is a New York-based company that specializes in producing plant-based dairy alternatives. Founded in 2017, the company initially operated under the name Aquafaba Company, LLC before rebranding to Fora Foods in February 2020. Its primary product, Fababutter, is a dairy-free butter made from aquafaba, the liquid byproduct of chickpeas. Fora Foods sells its innovative products directly online, aiming to provide consumers with sustainable and healthier alternatives to traditional dairy items.
No Evil Foods
Seed Round in 2018
Founded in 2014, No Evil Foods produces plant-based protein foods. Its products mimic the taste and texture of meat using ingredients like beans, wheat berries, and yeast. The company supplies hundreds of restaurants, universities, and grocery stores across multiple states.
The EVERY Company
Seed Round in 2018
The EVERY Company, formerly known as Clara Foods, specializes in producing animal-free proteins for the food and beverage industry. Founded in 2014 and based in South San Francisco, California, the company utilizes advanced fermentation technology to create functional and nutritional proteins derived from microorganisms. Its product line includes baking ingredients, nutritional supplements, and egg white alternatives that are free from pathogens and suitable for various culinary applications, such as cakes and meringues. The EVERY Company aims to provide a sustainable, healthier, and kinder alternative to traditional animal agriculture by decoupling protein production from animals, thereby offering consumers healthy and affordable protein options without added sugars.
LIVEKINDLY
Seed Round in 2018
LIVEKINDLY is a plant-based media and brand collective focused on creating a sustainable, cruelty-free global food system. Through LIVEKINDLY Media it produces digital content that informs and engages the vegan community on health, ethics, environment, and lifestyle, including vegan recipes and guides. The collective owns a portfolio of plant-based brands and collaborates with seed growers, producers, and distributors to scale plant-based products, and has invested in infrastructure to convert traditional meat facilities to plant-based production. It also operates Kindmind, a program offering plant-based meal plans, shopping guides, and expert sessions. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, LIVEKINDLY aims to broaden access to plant-based food and sustainable living worldwide.
LIVEKINDLY
Seed Round in 2018
LIVEKINDLY is a plant-based media and brand collective focused on creating a sustainable, cruelty-free global food system. Through LIVEKINDLY Media it produces digital content that informs and engages the vegan community on health, ethics, environment, and lifestyle, including vegan recipes and guides. The collective owns a portfolio of plant-based brands and collaborates with seed growers, producers, and distributors to scale plant-based products, and has invested in infrastructure to convert traditional meat facilities to plant-based production. It also operates Kindmind, a program offering plant-based meal plans, shopping guides, and expert sessions. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, LIVEKINDLY aims to broaden access to plant-based food and sustainable living worldwide.
Hail Merry
Seed Round in 2017
Hail Merry LLC is a manufacturer and retailer of raw, vegan, and gluten-free snack products, established in 2006 and based in Dallas, Texas. The company offers a diverse range of snacks, including tarts, macaroons, grawnola, nuts and seeds, all crafted from pure, consciously sourced ingredients. Hail Merry emphasizes the benefits of plant-based dietary fats, particularly raw nuts and organic virgin coconut oil, which contribute to the flavor and health benefits of their products. Their snacks are low-temperature dehydrated to preserve the integrity of these ingredients, ensuring freshness and a superior taste experience. Hail Merry's products are available through retail stores in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, as well as online, catering to consumers seeking guilt-free, healthy snacking options that are grain-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, non-GMO, vegan, and kosher certified.
Gathered Foods
Seed Round in 2017
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.
New Wave Foods
Seed Round in 2017
New Wave Foods, Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, specializes in producing and selling plant-based seafood products. The company offers a range of shrimp alternatives, including sautéed, grilled, breaded, and fried options, as well as shrimp tacos and salads. These products are made from sustainably sourced seaweed, soy protein, and natural flavors, providing a sustainable and healthier alternative to traditional seafood. New Wave Foods serves customers in the culinary market across the United States, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable seafood.
Geltor designs and produces animal-free collagen and other bioactive proteins for beauty, wellness, and nutrition applications. Founded in 2015, the company uses proprietary AI to create customized proteins tailored to specific industry needs.
Alpha Foods
Seed Round in 2017
Alpha Foods is a company specializing in the production of plant-based food products, emphasizing taste, texture, and sustainability. Founded in 2015, it is committed to providing delicious meat alternatives that are derived from non-dairy and non-genetically modified organisms ingredients. The company focuses on helping consumers maintain their health by offering cholesterol-free food options with enhanced protein content. Alpha Foods aims to create convenient, flavorful meals that reflect a return to a healthier diet while promoting sustainable practices within the food industry.