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StartOut

StartOut Growth Lab is a San Francisco-based accelerator and incubator founded in 2017, focusing on supporting impact-driven startups within the LGBTQ entrepreneurial community. As a part of StartOut, a non-profit organization established in 2009, it aims to promote LGBTQ equality and combat discrimination. StartOut is dedicated to providing resources and support to approximately 15,000 members nationwide through various programs that include networking, education, research, and access to capital. By fostering a community of professionals equipped with economic resources and personal support, StartOut Growth Lab actively contributes to the advancement of both the LGBTQ community and local groups.
http://www.startout.org
https://crunchbase.com/organization/startout
https://facebook.com/startout
https://linkedin.com/company/startout
https://pitchbook.com/profiles/investor/231447-70
https://twitter.com/startout

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Gay Water

Non Equity Assistance in 2024
Gay Water is a lifestyle brand and producer of low-calorie alcoholic beverages that aims to create year-round representation for the LGBTQIA+ community. Originating from the colloquial term for vodka soda, the brand offers canned vodka sodas made with minimal ingredients, providing a light and refreshing drink option. This focus on health-conscious consumption caters to individuals seeking a spirited beverage without excessive calories or sugar. By aligning its products with the identity of the community, Gay Water addresses the lack of representation in the market, especially for millennials and Gen Z, who increasingly identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Modica

Non Equity Assistance in 2024
Modica is a company that specializes in creating cocktail and mocktail mixers, focusing on health-conscious consumers. The brand offers a range of beverages that incorporate superfoods, functional ingredients, and significantly less sugar compared to traditional mixers. Their current flavors include Cucumber Aloe Margarita, Turmeric Ginger Mule, Tart Cherry Old Fashioned, Blueberry Lavender Lemon Drop, and Cacao Espresso Martini. Each product is designed to be both flavorful and nutritious, enriched with natural ingredients, vitamin B, and antioxidants. Modica aims to provide an enjoyable drinking experience while prioritizing health and wellness for its customers.
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