Uprising Ventures

Uprising Ventures is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm founded in 2012 that focuses on catalyzing significant entrepreneurial projects. The firm invests in various stages, including seed, early, and later-stage investments, primarily within the technology sector. Uprising Ventures has backed notable companies such as Lyft, Change.org, and Lending Club, among others. The firm operates the Uprising Opportunity Fund I, which aims to identify and support high-potential ventures that align with its mission of fostering impactful innovation.

Andy Lam

Co-Founder, Partner

28 past transactions

Devoted

Series D in 2021
Devoted Health is a new healthcare company serving seniors. Aiming to launch Medicare Advantage plans in 2019, their mission is to build a healthcare solution good enough for Mom. They will be devoted to the health and wellness of their members by helping them navigate the health care system with personal guides, by utilizing world-class technology to enable a simplified experience, and by partnering with top providers for better health outcomes.

Devoted

Series D in 2021
Devoted Health is a new healthcare company serving seniors. Aiming to launch Medicare Advantage plans in 2019, their mission is to build a healthcare solution good enough for Mom. They will be devoted to the health and wellness of their members by helping them navigate the health care system with personal guides, by utilizing world-class technology to enable a simplified experience, and by partnering with top providers for better health outcomes.

Framework

Seed Round in 2021
Framework offers a platform for wellness businesses to set up virtual communities. The platform is built for people working through addiction, women going through pregnancy, as well as those who want to train for a marathon. Framework was founded in 2019 by Rush Sadiwala and Jack Stevens and is headquartered in New York, United States.

Topknot

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Topknot is the online personal development platform for women. With a unique blend of independent exercises and peer group feedback, Topknot supports women on their journey to building the life they want. By teaching skills rooted in coaching and mindfulness, Topknot's intentional interaction model empowers women to address what’s top of mind today, while also equipping them for tomorrow’s challenges–providing the space for processing, perspective, and accountability that leads to meaningful change.

Hazel Health

Series C in 2020
Hazel Health, Inc. is a healthcare company focused on enhancing access to medical care for K-12 students. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Hazel Health provides a telehealth platform that allows students to consult with doctors via live video, whether they are at school or home. By partnering with schools and school nurses, the company delivers both physical and behavioral healthcare services, ensuring that students receive timely medical attention. The platform enables healthcare professionals to address a variety of health concerns and, with parental approval, prescribe over-the-counter medications or call in prescriptions. This approach aims to support student health, ultimately keeping them healthy and ready to learn.

Devoted

Series B in 2018
Devoted Health is a new healthcare company serving seniors. Aiming to launch Medicare Advantage plans in 2019, their mission is to build a healthcare solution good enough for Mom. They will be devoted to the health and wellness of their members by helping them navigate the health care system with personal guides, by utilizing world-class technology to enable a simplified experience, and by partnering with top providers for better health outcomes.

Devoted

Series B in 2018
Devoted Health is a new healthcare company serving seniors. Aiming to launch Medicare Advantage plans in 2019, their mission is to build a healthcare solution good enough for Mom. They will be devoted to the health and wellness of their members by helping them navigate the health care system with personal guides, by utilizing world-class technology to enable a simplified experience, and by partnering with top providers for better health outcomes.

Good Eggs

Series C in 2018
Good Eggs, Inc. is an online grocery market based in San Francisco, California, specializing in the delivery of fresh groceries and meal kits to customers' homes throughout the Bay Area. Founded in 2011, the company provides a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, dairy, meats, seafood, snacks, beverages, bakery items, pantry staples, and health and home essentials. Good Eggs emphasizes local sourcing, with over 70% of its offerings coming from regional suppliers, and adheres to strict quality standards for its products. With same-day delivery available seven days a week, Good Eggs aims to simplify meal preparation for families while promoting a sustainable food system. The company has also expanded its marketplace significantly in recent years, adding more than 1,000 new items and broadening its delivery reach. In addition to its commitment to quality food, Good Eggs prioritizes fair labor practices by providing its employees with competitive wages and benefits.

tEQuitable

Seed Round in 2018
tEQuitable Inc. operates a platform focused on addressing bias, discrimination, and harassment in the workplace. Founded in 2017 and based in Oakland, California, the company provides a confidential resource for employees to report workplace issues ranging from subtle biases to severe discrimination. Through its platform, tEQuitable offers professional guidance and actionable recommendations to employees while also delivering data and insights to organizations. This enables companies to identify and address systemic culture issues, ultimately fostering a safer, more inclusive, and equitable work environment for all employees.

Srnalytics

Seed Round in 2017
sRNAlytics developed a computational platform to diagnose and subtype disease using small RNAs. We offer our technology and services to drug developers to identify companion diagnostics and uncover new therapeutic targets.

SV Academy

Venture Round in 2017
SVAcademy is a 15-month business development apprenticeship paid for by employers. SVAcademy’s team has started and sold SaaS companies to Oracle and HP, hired and trained more than 400 SaaS sales reps, conducted admissions at Harvard, and coached more than 100,000 students across the country.

PeerIQ

Series A in 2017
PeerIQ, Inc. is a financial information services company based in New York that specializes in the peer-to-peer lending sector. The firm provides institutional investors with an analytics platform that aggregates loan data from various online P2P marketplaces, offering credit risk analytics and benchmarks. These tools enable clients to assess loan performance, generate cash flows, develop investment strategies, price credit instruments, and manage loan portfolios while evaluating associated risks. Additionally, PeerIQ offers a Consumer Credit Suite, which integrates consumer credit datasets with its risk analytics platform, assisting clients in optimizing their loan portfolios and making informed investment and origination decisions. Founded in 2001, PeerIQ aims to enhance the P2P lending market by promoting transparency and efficient risk management through its comprehensive analytics solutions.

Upgrade

Series A in 2017
Upgrade, Inc. is an online lending platform based in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Phoenix, Montreal, and Chicago. Founded in 2016, the company operates as a neobank, providing access to personal loans and innovative credit products, such as the Upgrade Card, which combines the benefits of installment lending with traditional credit card usage. Upgrade focuses on offering affordable and responsible credit solutions to mainstream consumers while also providing free credit monitoring and educational resources aimed at helping individuals manage their finances effectively. Through its services, Upgrade enables consumers to gain a better understanding of their credit health and make informed financial decisions.

Good Eggs

Series B in 2016
Good Eggs, Inc. is an online grocery market based in San Francisco, California, specializing in the delivery of fresh groceries and meal kits to customers' homes throughout the Bay Area. Founded in 2011, the company provides a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, dairy, meats, seafood, snacks, beverages, bakery items, pantry staples, and health and home essentials. Good Eggs emphasizes local sourcing, with over 70% of its offerings coming from regional suppliers, and adheres to strict quality standards for its products. With same-day delivery available seven days a week, Good Eggs aims to simplify meal preparation for families while promoting a sustainable food system. The company has also expanded its marketplace significantly in recent years, adding more than 1,000 new items and broadening its delivery reach. In addition to its commitment to quality food, Good Eggs prioritizes fair labor practices by providing its employees with competitive wages and benefits.

ClassDojo

Series B in 2016
ClassDojo, Inc. is an online school communication platform designed to connect teachers, students, and families, fostering a community that enhances learning and character development. Founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California, ClassDojo enables educators to share classroom experiences through photos, videos, and messages, facilitating real-time communication with parents about their children's progress. The platform allows teachers to create classes, monitor student behavior, and reward achievements, while parents can stay informed and engaged in their child's education. Available in 35 languages and utilized in 180 countries, ClassDojo has become a widely adopted tool in 90% of American school districts. The application is accessible via web browsers and mobile devices, ensuring ease of use for all participants. Over the years, ClassDojo has received several accolades, including recognition as one of the "25 Most Disruptive Companies" by Inc. and inclusion in Forbes' "100 Most Promising Companies."

PeerIQ

Debt Financing in 2016
PeerIQ, Inc. is a financial information services company based in New York that specializes in the peer-to-peer lending sector. The firm provides institutional investors with an analytics platform that aggregates loan data from various online P2P marketplaces, offering credit risk analytics and benchmarks. These tools enable clients to assess loan performance, generate cash flows, develop investment strategies, price credit instruments, and manage loan portfolios while evaluating associated risks. Additionally, PeerIQ offers a Consumer Credit Suite, which integrates consumer credit datasets with its risk analytics platform, assisting clients in optimizing their loan portfolios and making informed investment and origination decisions. Founded in 2001, PeerIQ aims to enhance the P2P lending market by promoting transparency and efficient risk management through its comprehensive analytics solutions.

PeerIQ

Seed Round in 2015
PeerIQ, Inc. is a financial information services company based in New York that specializes in the peer-to-peer lending sector. The firm provides institutional investors with an analytics platform that aggregates loan data from various online P2P marketplaces, offering credit risk analytics and benchmarks. These tools enable clients to assess loan performance, generate cash flows, develop investment strategies, price credit instruments, and manage loan portfolios while evaluating associated risks. Additionally, PeerIQ offers a Consumer Credit Suite, which integrates consumer credit datasets with its risk analytics platform, assisting clients in optimizing their loan portfolios and making informed investment and origination decisions. Founded in 2001, PeerIQ aims to enhance the P2P lending market by promoting transparency and efficient risk management through its comprehensive analytics solutions.

AltSchool Inc.

Series B in 2015
AltSchool Inc. operates a network of personalized learning schools for students from pre-kindergarten to 8th grade, focusing on adapting education to meet the unique needs of each child. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the institution combines the expertise of educators, technologists, and entrepreneurs to create an educational environment that is responsive to students, families, and local communities. The schools utilize a tailored curriculum and a collaborative platform that fosters a greater impact on education by connecting individual institutions within the network.

Minerva

Series B in 2015
Minerva Project, Inc. is an innovative educational institution based in San Francisco, California, that offers undergraduate courses through Minerva Schools at KGI. Established in 2011, the institution focuses on preparing global leaders and innovators for the complexities of the 21st century by integrating pedagogy, curriculum, and class environments. Minerva emphasizes a liberal arts and sciences education while developing critical life skills, professional capabilities, and personal character. Additionally, the organization operates the Minerva Institute for Research and Scholarship, which provides scholarship and loan programs to support higher education.

PeerIQ

Seed Round in 2014
PeerIQ, Inc. is a financial information services company based in New York that specializes in the peer-to-peer lending sector. The firm provides institutional investors with an analytics platform that aggregates loan data from various online P2P marketplaces, offering credit risk analytics and benchmarks. These tools enable clients to assess loan performance, generate cash flows, develop investment strategies, price credit instruments, and manage loan portfolios while evaluating associated risks. Additionally, PeerIQ offers a Consumer Credit Suite, which integrates consumer credit datasets with its risk analytics platform, assisting clients in optimizing their loan portfolios and making informed investment and origination decisions. Founded in 2001, PeerIQ aims to enhance the P2P lending market by promoting transparency and efficient risk management through its comprehensive analytics solutions.

Good Eggs

Series A in 2014
Good Eggs, Inc. is an online grocery market based in San Francisco, California, specializing in the delivery of fresh groceries and meal kits to customers' homes throughout the Bay Area. Founded in 2011, the company provides a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, dairy, meats, seafood, snacks, beverages, bakery items, pantry staples, and health and home essentials. Good Eggs emphasizes local sourcing, with over 70% of its offerings coming from regional suppliers, and adheres to strict quality standards for its products. With same-day delivery available seven days a week, Good Eggs aims to simplify meal preparation for families while promoting a sustainable food system. The company has also expanded its marketplace significantly in recent years, adding more than 1,000 new items and broadening its delivery reach. In addition to its commitment to quality food, Good Eggs prioritizes fair labor practices by providing its employees with competitive wages and benefits.

Lyft

Series D in 2014
Lyft is an on-demand transportation service that connects riders with drivers through a mobile application, allowing users to request rides and make payments seamlessly. Founded in June 2012 in San Francisco, Lyft has become the second-largest ridesharing provider in the U.S. and Canada, serving approximately 95 percent of the U.S. population. The platform offers various ride options, including traditional private rides, shared rides, and luxury vehicles. In addition to standard ride-sharing services, Lyft has expanded into the bike and scooter-sharing market, promoting multimodal transportation solutions. The service is particularly popular among college, university, and corporate communities, and it allows riders to schedule rides up to seven days in advance.

Zopa

Series E in 2014
Zopa Limited operates an online marketplace lending platform in the United Kingdom, facilitating peer-to-peer lending by connecting individual borrowers with lenders, including both individuals and institutions. Founded in 2004 and based in London, Zopa offers a variety of loan products, such as car loans, debt consolidation loans, home improvement loans, and wedding loans. The platform categorizes borrowers based on credit ratings and allows lenders to make offers tailored to these grades. Zopa manages the loan process by handling legal paperwork, conducting identity and credit checks, and ensuring repayment through direct debit agreements. The company generates revenue by charging borrowers a fixed fee and lenders a 1% annual fee. Zopa has received multiple awards for its innovation and customer service and is recognized as one of the founding members of the UK's Peer-to-Peer Finance Association.

Upworthy

Series A in 2013
Lots of media companies have a mission. But Upworthy is on a mission to change what the world pays attention to. We believe that stories about important issues can and should be great stories — stories for everyone, stories that connect us and sometimes even change the world —because we’re all part of the same story.

Change.org

Series B in 2013
Change.org is the world’s largest social change platform with over 150 million users in 196 countries. Change.org empowers anyone, anywhere, to create the change they want to see. On Change.org, people everywhere are starting campaigns, mobilizing supporters, and working with decision-makers to drive solutions. Change.org is a certified B-corporation, a new class of companies dedicated to positive impact. Investors include Bill Gates, Arianna Huffington, Ev Williams, Richard Branson, Reid Hoffman, and the Omidyar Network, started by eBay founder Pierre Omidyar.

Zaarly

Series B in 2013
Zaarly, Inc. is an online marketplace that connects homeowners with local service providers in cities such as Denver, Minneapolis, Kansas City, and Northern Virginia. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Zaarly focuses on home maintenance and related services. The platform features a curated selection of vetted small businesses, allowing users to easily discover and hire professionals for various home projects. It facilitates all aspects of the service process, including selection, communication, scheduling, payment, and reviews, ensuring a streamlined experience for both service providers and homeowners.
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