Danone Manifesto Ventures

Established in 2016, Danone Manifesto Ventures is a New York-based corporate venture group dedicated to partnering with entrepreneurs in the food and wellness sectors. Its mission aligns with its parent company Danone's commitment to bringing health through food to as many people as possible.

Clemence Delcourt

Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer

Clemence Delcourt

Managing Director and CIO

Jean-Francois Hurel

VP Company Strategy

Holly Jackson

Ventures Director

Laurent Marcel

Managing Partner

Past deals in Organic Food

Nous Anti-Gaspi

Venture Round in 2022
Nous Anti-Gaspi operates a network of anti-waste grocery stores that focus on reducing food waste by providing producers and manufacturers with a platform to sell downgraded and unsold products at fair prices. The company specializes in offering items that are often excluded from traditional distribution channels due to minor imperfections, such as physical defects or expired contracts. By creating a welcoming shopping environment, Nous Anti-Gaspi presents consumers with a unique mode of consumption that emphasizes practicality, quality, and eco-responsibility. Their stores feature a diverse range of food products, including fresh and frozen items, groceries, and a selection of bulk goods, all aimed at promoting sustainability and minimizing waste.

Minor Figures

Venture Round in 2022
Minor Figures is a London-based producer of plant-based beverages and coffee products, including oat milk, barista oats, and a range of coffees and roasted coffee beans. The company specializes in cold brew and single-origin coffees, ethically sourcing beans and using extended cold-brew methods to reduce acidity and sweetness. Its range covers dairy-free beverages and coffee-forward drinks such as chai, mocha, and latte, and it supports environmentally conscious production since its 2014 founding.

Splendid Spoon

Series B in 2022
Splendid Spoon is a food company that specializes in delivering ready-to-eat, plant-based meals designed for convenience and health. The company's offerings include a variety of fully prepared options such as smoothies, soups, grain bowls, and noodles, all made with whole ingredients and catering to gluten-free diets. Splendid Spoon provides multi-day meal plans alongside an On Demand shop, allowing customers to sample meals without committing to a subscription. The company's mission focuses on simplifying healthy eating by providing delicious, nutrient-dense meals that can be easily accessed and enjoyed at home.

Harmless Harvest

Acquisition in 2021
Harmless Harvest, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2009 that specializes in producing organic coconut water and other beverage products. The company's offerings include pro-plant, pro-people, pro-biotic coconut water and coffee coconut water, along with dairy-free yogurts and smoothies. Harmless Harvest is committed to sustainability and ethical practices, being the first Fair for Life certified coconut water producer, which ensures fair wages and decent working conditions for its workers. The company integrates innovative scientific methods with traditional agroforestry knowledge to create products that uphold nutritional and ethical integrity. Additionally, through its Fair for Life initiatives, Harmless Harvest has provided free healthcare services to farmers and their communities, significantly improving access to medical care for many individuals who had previously been without such services. By prioritizing the welfare of ecosystems and local communities, Harmless Harvest aims to redefine the food and beverage industry with a focus on long-term stakeholder benefits.

MOJU

Venture Round in 2021
MOJU produces cold-pressed shots and juices, focusing on nutrient-rich ingredients like ginger, turmeric, vitamins C and D, and prebiotics. Their products cater to busy individuals seeking convenient, healthy options.

Nous Anti-Gaspi

Venture Round in 2020
Nous Anti-Gaspi operates a network of anti-waste grocery stores that focus on reducing food waste by providing producers and manufacturers with a platform to sell downgraded and unsold products at fair prices. The company specializes in offering items that are often excluded from traditional distribution channels due to minor imperfections, such as physical defects or expired contracts. By creating a welcoming shopping environment, Nous Anti-Gaspi presents consumers with a unique mode of consumption that emphasizes practicality, quality, and eco-responsibility. Their stores feature a diverse range of food products, including fresh and frozen items, groceries, and a selection of bulk goods, all aimed at promoting sustainability and minimizing waste.

Yooji

Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 2012, Yooji is a French company specializing in the production of organic and frozen baby foods. Their products are made from sustainably sourced ingredients, with no additives or added salt, and are preserved through gentle cooking and fast freezing to maintain nutritional qualities.

Hungry Harvest

Series A in 2020
Hungry Harvest LLC is a food and beverage company based in Baltimore, Maryland, founded in 2014. The company specializes in sourcing and delivering surplus and organic produce, including a variety of fruits and leafy green vegetables, to customers in Baltimore, the District of Columbia, Philadelphia, and surrounding areas. Through its online platform, Hungry Harvest offers customizable boxes that can be delivered weekly or bi-weekly, allowing customers to receive fresh farm produce directly at their doorstep. The company focuses on creating a waste-free food system by recovering excess produce from farms, ensuring that farmers are compensated for their surplus while providing consumers with affordable, high-quality food options.

Epigamia

Series C in 2020
Epigamia, launched in June 2015, specializes in offering premium all-natural dairy products, with a particular emphasis on Greek yogurt. The company caters to health-conscious consumers by providing a diverse range of food items, including almond milk, plant-based alternatives, lactose-free snacks, ice creams, ghee-based spreads, and chilled shakes made from real fruit. Epigamia's products are designed to be low in fat and high in protein, enabling consumers to enjoy nutritious desserts and beverages at an affordable price. By focusing on traditional dairy and innovative formulations, Epigamia promotes a healthy lifestyle through its diverse product offerings.

Halsa

Venture Round in 2019
Hälsa is a producer of plant-based yogurt drinks made from fermented organic whole grain oats. The company focuses on creating healthy food products that support fitness and well-being. Its offerings are available in various flavors, including vanilla and chocolate, allowing customers to enjoy nutritious options that are both tasty and beneficial for their health.

Forager Project

Venture Round in 2019
Forager Project, LLC is a California-based company that specializes in the production and sale of organic food and beverage products. Founded in 2014, the company offers a diverse range of items, including organic green juices, non-dairy beverages, root vegetable blends, creamy avocado drinks, probiotic cashew smoothies, nut milks, and organic vegetable chips. By focusing on healthy and natural ingredients, Forager Project aims to provide consumers with chemical-free food options that promote well-being. Its products are available through various partners and an online store, making them accessible to a wide audience.

Epigamia

Series C in 2019
Epigamia, launched in June 2015, specializes in offering premium all-natural dairy products, with a particular emphasis on Greek yogurt. The company caters to health-conscious consumers by providing a diverse range of food items, including almond milk, plant-based alternatives, lactose-free snacks, ice creams, ghee-based spreads, and chilled shakes made from real fruit. Epigamia's products are designed to be low in fat and high in protein, enabling consumers to enjoy nutritious desserts and beverages at an affordable price. By focusing on traditional dairy and innovative formulations, Epigamia promotes a healthy lifestyle through its diverse product offerings.

Agricool

Series B in 2018
Agricool, founded in 2015 by Guillaume Fourdinier and Gonzague Gru, specializes in urban farming by repurposing shipping containers to cultivate fruits and vegetables in a controlled environment. This innovative approach allows the company to grow produce such as strawberries in cities like Paris and Dubai while ensuring that all products are organic and pesticide-free. The technology employed by Agricool enhances productivity, making it up to 120 times more efficient than traditional farming methods, and significantly reduces water usage by over 90%. Additionally, the operations are powered entirely by renewable energy sources. With a vision to contribute to the urban farming movement, Agricool aims to expand its offerings to include a wider variety of fruits and vegetables, thereby enhancing local access to fresh produce.

Harmless Harvest

Funding Round in 2018
Harmless Harvest, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2009 that specializes in producing organic coconut water and other beverage products. The company's offerings include pro-plant, pro-people, pro-biotic coconut water and coffee coconut water, along with dairy-free yogurts and smoothies. Harmless Harvest is committed to sustainability and ethical practices, being the first Fair for Life certified coconut water producer, which ensures fair wages and decent working conditions for its workers. The company integrates innovative scientific methods with traditional agroforestry knowledge to create products that uphold nutritional and ethical integrity. Additionally, through its Fair for Life initiatives, Harmless Harvest has provided free healthcare services to farmers and their communities, significantly improving access to medical care for many individuals who had previously been without such services. By prioritizing the welfare of ecosystems and local communities, Harmless Harvest aims to redefine the food and beverage industry with a focus on long-term stakeholder benefits.

Harmless Harvest

Venture Round in 2017
Harmless Harvest, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2009 that specializes in producing organic coconut water and other beverage products. The company's offerings include pro-plant, pro-people, pro-biotic coconut water and coffee coconut water, along with dairy-free yogurts and smoothies. Harmless Harvest is committed to sustainability and ethical practices, being the first Fair for Life certified coconut water producer, which ensures fair wages and decent working conditions for its workers. The company integrates innovative scientific methods with traditional agroforestry knowledge to create products that uphold nutritional and ethical integrity. Additionally, through its Fair for Life initiatives, Harmless Harvest has provided free healthcare services to farmers and their communities, significantly improving access to medical care for many individuals who had previously been without such services. By prioritizing the welfare of ecosystems and local communities, Harmless Harvest aims to redefine the food and beverage industry with a focus on long-term stakeholder benefits.
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