David And Lucile Packard Foundation

The David and Lucile Packard Foundation is an independent non-profit foundation located in Los Altos, California, established in 1964. Guided by a commitment to enduring values, it focuses on promoting social, cultural, and environmental change to enhance the lives of children, families, and communities worldwide. The foundation emphasizes addressing climate issues and fostering innovative climate solutions, particularly through the vital roles that forests and oceans play in environmental health. Its activities are directed by a board of trustees who manage the foundation's assets and strategic initiatives.

Stephen Bluestein

Managing Director, Private Equity

Silpa Pericherla

Managing Director

Kimberly Sargent

Chief Investment Officer

5 past transactions

Lucile Packard Children's Hospital

Grant in 2022
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital is a premier healthcare facility focused exclusively on pediatric and obstetric care within the Stanford Children’s Health network. Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, it offers specialized medical services through multiple locations, ensuring that families have access to top-tier healthcare close to home. The hospital is renowned for its commitment to providing extraordinary care, employing a team of dedicated physicians and staff who cater specifically to the needs of children and expectant mothers. As part of its mission, Lucile Packard Children's Hospital emphasizes a comprehensive approach to health, integrating advanced medical technology and compassionate care to support the well-being of its young patients and their families.

Forested

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Forested is an agroforestry enterprise dedicated to halting deforestation and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. The company partners with forest communities to regenerate and cultivate non-timber forest products, which are both climate-neutral and nature-positive. By leveraging the expertise of a multidisciplinary team with extensive experience in agroforestry, Forested effectively collaborates with smallholder farmers to create and strengthen supply chains for natural ingredients. This approach not only supports the environment but also provides farmers with guaranteed markets and premium prices for their products, enabling them to earn a sustainable income while cultivating agricultural products that thrive in forested areas.

Nivi

Grant in 2020
Nivi is a digital health company that empowers individuals to make informed health decisions by providing on-demand, reliable, and actionable health information. It tracks and analyzes health journeys, from initial engagement with health content to seeking services or achieving health goals, enabling organizations in non-profit, commercial, and public sectors to tailor their services to better meet audience needs.

Nivi

Grant in 2020
Nivi is a digital health company that empowers individuals to make informed health decisions by providing on-demand, reliable, and actionable health information. It tracks and analyzes health journeys, from initial engagement with health content to seeking services or achieving health goals, enabling organizations in non-profit, commercial, and public sectors to tailor their services to better meet audience needs.

Zola Electric

Debt Financing in 2015
Zola Electric is a provider of off-grid solar solutions focused on the African market, specifically operating in Tanzania, Rwanda, Ghana, and the Ivory Coast. Founded in 2012 and based in Arusha, Tanzania, with an office in San Francisco, the company specializes in renewable energy systems that leverage advanced solar, battery, and power electronics technology. Zola Electric offers solar home kits through a leasing or purchase model, enabling households and businesses to access clean and affordable energy. The company employs a pay-as-you-go micro-finance system that accommodates varying energy needs and income levels, powering over 180,000 homes and businesses. Recognized for its innovative approach, Zola Electric has received several awards, including the UN Momentum for Change Award and the Zayed Future Energy Prize, and is included in the Global Cleantech 100.
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