Grounded Capital

Grounded Capital is an impact investment firm established in 2020 and located in San Francisco, California. The firm focuses on fostering a regenerative society by investing in various sectors, including timber, water, oceans, ecosystem services, farmland, ranching, agricultural production and processing, renewable energy, energy storage, resource efficiency, and transportation. Additionally, Grounded Capital seeks investment opportunities in office, mixed-use, retail, and multi-family residential properties. By channeling financial resources into these areas, the firm aims to stimulate change and enhance the collective impact of its partners.

Paul Cutillo

Principal

Stephen Hohenrieder

CEO

Parren James

Principal

Eric Kirchblum

Principal

3 past transactions

Lotus Foods

Venture Round in 2024
Lotus Foods is a sustainable rice company that specializes in producing organic rice, focusing on exotic and heirloom varieties sourced from small family farms in remote regions. The company aims to promote sustainable agriculture while offering a diverse selection of traditional rice types, each characterized by its unique terroir, texture, and nutritional benefits. By connecting these small farmers to a global marketplace, Lotus Foods not only enhances the visibility of their products but also supports their economic well-being, fostering a more sustainable and equitable agricultural system.

Straus Family Creamery

Venture Round in 2024
Straus Family Creamery, Inc. is an organic dairy producer based in Petaluma, California, established in 1941. The company specializes in a diverse range of organic dairy products, including milk, cream, ice cream, yogurt, Greek yogurt, butter, and sour cream. Straus Family Creamery emphasizes sustainability in its production processes, using organic ingredients to create high-quality items. The company’s products are packaged in redeemable glass containers and are supplied to various sectors, including fine-dining restaurants, bakeries, hotels, schools, and frozen-yogurt shops. By focusing on family farming and sustainable practices, Straus Family Creamery aims to revitalize rural communities while providing customers with healthy and environmentally friendly dairy options.
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