VilCap Investments

VilCap Investments is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2014. The firm focuses on identifying, training, and funding entrepreneurs through its experience with Village Capital accelerator programs. It specializes in making seed and follow-on investments in peer-selected companies across various sectors, including agriculture, education, energy, financial services, and healthcare. As an impact investor, VilCap Investments seeks to support businesses that not only have the potential for financial returns but also aim to create positive social and environmental outcomes globally.

Ross Baird

Co-Founder

Victoria Fram

Managing Director, Founder

Lewam Kefela

Associate

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Altro (fka Perch)

Seed Round in 2020
Altro, formerly known as Perch, is a company based in Los Angeles, California, that focuses on helping individuals enhance their credit scores by leveraging recurring expenses. Founded in 2019, Altro provides a platform that allows users to link everyday payments and subscriptions, such as bills and monthly services, to their credit history. By recognizing these often-overlooked payments, the Altro app enables users to build their credit more effectively, turning regular financial commitments into a tool for improving their creditworthiness. The service is offered for free, aiming to empower users to maximize their financial potential through better credit management.

Vexi

Venture Round in 2019
Vexi is a financial technology company based in Mexico City, founded in 2016, that provides credit card services tailored for the young, underbanked population in Latin America. The company offers a mobile application that enables users to develop personalized payment plans, manage expenses, and build credit history with minimal documentation. Vexi's credit card services include both online and physical cards, allowing for flexible use in digital transactions and physical establishments. By leveraging proprietary technology, Vexi aims to enhance accessibility to formal credit while ensuring a secure and user-friendly experience without annuity charges.

Mutuo

Venture Round in 2019
Mutuo Financiera is a financial services company based in Ciudad de México, established in 2016. It specializes in providing online credit and various financial products tailored for small businesses in Mexico. The company offers services including factoring and leasing, aiming to deliver accessible financing options that promote the use of cleaner and cheaper fuels, particularly through vehicular natural gas. Mutuo Financiera's platform is designed to assist micro, small, and medium enterprises by tracking lending statuses, monitoring market risks, and recommending personalized financial options. This approach supports the growth of startups and enhances urban mobility while fostering economic development in the country.

Intrinio

Series A in 2019
Intrinio is a financial data company that provides an accessible platform for investors and developers through its application programming interface. The company's mission is to simplify financial data access, enabling users to save time and reduce costs associated with data collection and analysis. By offering a variety of financial data feeds, including fundamentals, economic indicators, insider transactions, and stock prices, Intrinio facilitates valuable insights from SEC filings in user-friendly formats. This approach empowers developers to create innovative financial analytics products while allowing investors to focus on research, testing assumptions, and generating insights. Intrinio aims to reshape the financial data landscape by fostering collaboration among data providers, developers, and investors, ultimately enhancing the overall financial innovation ecosystem.

Global Data Consortium

Venture Round in 2019
Global Data Consortium Inc. is a provider of a software-as-a-service (SaaS) electronic identity verification platform designed to facilitate global digital identity verification for businesses. Its flagship product, Worldview, offers a single access point to local, high-quality reference data, enabling instant verification of consumer and business identities, as well as contact information and age verification across multiple countries. The platform supports various functionalities, including address verification, geo-coding, and address standardization, allowing businesses to seamlessly integrate identity verification into their systems. Serving a diverse clientele that includes e-commerce companies, logistics providers, and financial services firms across several continents, Global Data Consortium aims to empower businesses with tools to understand their customers, maintain compliance, and deliver real-time solutions. Founded in 2010, the company is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Kuli Kuli

Series B in 2019
Kuli Kuli, Inc. is a producer of nutritional moringa products based in Oakland, California. Founded in 2011 by Anne Tsuei, Jordan Moncharmont, Lisa Curtis, and Valerie Popelka, the company offers a range of products, including moringa bars, moringa powders, green energy shots, herbal teas, and sampler packs. Kuli Kuli markets its products through both retail stores and online channels, aiming to provide health-conscious consumers with the benefits of moringa, a nutrient-rich superfood.

Siembro

Venture Round in 2019
Siembro is an online platform based in Argentina that connects agricultural companies with financial institutions, facilitating access to loans for purchasing machinery and other necessary equipment. The platform serves as a lending-as-a-service solution, streamlining the financing process for the agricultural sector. It features an online registration portal along with a payment and financing system tailored for sellers, enabling agricultural businesses to secure financing more conveniently and efficiently. Through these services, Siembro aims to enhance credit access and promote savings within the agricultural industry.

Advocatia

Venture Round in 2018
Advocatia Solutions, Inc. is a provider of benefit advocacy and enrollment software aimed at helping hospitals and employers support uninsured and underinsured patients in accessing available benefits. Founded in 2016 and based in Lake Bluff, Illinois, Advocatia offers a range of tools, including Benefit Screening, Benefit Text, and Benefit Triage, which facilitate the navigation of healthcare options. By partnering with Advocatia, hospitals can reduce bad debt, enhance internal workflows, and establish an audit trail for enrollment processes. The platform streamlines the financial assistance process, enabling healthcare organizations to effectively engage and enroll patients in programs that improve health outcomes and reduce costs, thus promoting better access to care for individuals after hospital discharge.

Knack

Seed Round in 2018
Knack is an online tutoring platform enabling higher education institutions to supplement existing academic support services and create a more personalized, equitable, and accessible support experience for every student at scale: from freshman through senior year. Its goal is to empower campuses with 21st-century technology that transforms academic support services into high-impact, skill-building interactions to reach historically underserved students on campus.

Vartega

Convertible Note in 2018
Vartega Inc. specializes in recycling carbon fiber, a material known for its strength and lightweight properties, primarily serving the aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sporting goods sectors. Founded in 2014 and based in Golden, Colorado, Vartega has developed a patented recycling process that produces low-cost carbon fiber suitable for various applications, including thermoplastic pellets, nonwoven fabrics, yarns, and three-dimensional printing filament. The company’s technology effectively diverts carbon fiber scrap and waste from landfills, contributing to environmental sustainability by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing fuel economy in vehicles. Vartega's carbon fiber is available in multiple forms, including semi-continuous, chopped, and milled, making it adaptable for mass-market use.

Wexus

Seed Round in 2018
Wexus Technologies addresses the critical challenge of optimizing energy and water resources amid increasing competition and scarcity. The company has developed a cloud-based software platform that leverages IoT technology and utility data to enhance renewable energy and water management across various industries. This system allows users, particularly in agriculture and food processing, to automate tasks, access energy and water usage data, and streamline billing processes. By optimizing energy consumption and reducing operational costs, Wexus Technologies helps clients improve efficiency and minimize waste, ultimately leading to a positive return on investment.

Impact Micro Ventures (IMV)

Seed Round in 2018
Impact Micro Ventures is a fintech company based in Bengaluru, India, focused on providing financing solutions to unbanked micro-enterprises. These informal businesses often lack the necessary documentation and digital records, making them difficult to assess for traditional lending. To address this gap, Impact Micro Ventures has developed a platform that employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to evaluate loan eligibility and predict default risks based on visual profiles and local market conditions. Their innovative approach includes a psychometric tool that assesses repayment behavior through an engaging animated game. This technology has significantly improved lending outcomes, resulting in a notable increase in lenders' earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA). More than twenty lenders across India, including large non-banking financial companies and small finance banks, have successfully piloted these AI tools, with some integrating them into their core underwriting processes. The company’s end-to-end platform streamlines loan origination, sanctioning, and management, enhancing access to credit for the underserved micro-enterprise sector.

Vega Coffee

Venture Round in 2018
The Vega Marketplace will eventually feature farmers representing a variety of regions and coffee varietals. Customers will be able to search for farmers and select coffee based on origin, tasting notes, and/or roasting profile.

NurseDash

Seed Round in 2018
NurseDash, founded in Houston, Texas, addresses the staffing challenges in healthcare by offering a technology-driven application that connects qualified nurses with medical facilities in Texas and Ohio. The platform enables healthcare providers to post available shifts, facilitating a direct match with nurses seeking flexible work opportunities. It streamlines the hiring process by incorporating a compliance system that includes background checks and monitoring of credentials and licenses, ensuring that only qualified professionals are assigned to facilities. This innovative approach allows nurses to apply for shifts and receive automatic payments, while hospitals benefit from temporary staffing solutions that help reduce costs.

Youverify

Seed Round in 2018
Youverify Inc. is a company based in Lewes, Delaware, founded in 2017, that specializes in identity verification and background screening. The company offers a platform that confirms users' identity documents and facial biometrics, cross-referencing this data with over 300 local and global databases. Additionally, Youverify assists businesses and individuals in verifying physical addresses across Sub-Saharan Africa through a network of more than 20,000 field verification officers, achieving results in less than 48 hours. By providing a comprehensive API for identity and address verification, Youverify addresses the needs of the digital industry in Africa, enhancing security with features such as identity fraud detection and encrypted data privacy.

GoKid

Funding Round in 2018
GoKid Corporation develops mobile applications focused on carpooling solutions for schools, teams, and families in the United States. The company's offerings include the GoKid Carpool app, which allows parents to organize and manage carpools within their trusted networks of friends, family, and neighbors. Key features of the app encompass GPS-based car tracking, live mapping, in-app messaging, and automated alerts for departure times and arrivals. GoKid also provides GoKid Connect, a web portal and mobile application that connects schools and parents to streamline communication regarding transportation. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Detroit, GoKid aims to facilitate safe and efficient transportation options for families, enhancing community engagement and collaboration.

mPokket

Venture Round in 2018
mPokket is a mobile application that operates a digital lending platform aimed at providing financial solutions to students and young professionals in India. The platform simplifies the borrowing process by allowing users to access credit quickly and easily through their mobile devices. mPokket focuses on serving the underserved youth demographic, including self-employed individuals, by offering not only lending services but also insurance and career acceleration products. This approach helps college students and young working professionals meet their temporary cash needs efficiently, fostering financial independence and facilitating access to essential resources.

Gumption Labs

Venture Round in 2018
Gumption Labs is an end to end mutual fund software solution provider.

Anthem

Seed Round in 2018
Anthem is a prominent software-as-a-service (SaaS) provider for educational institutions, offering a comprehensive platform that automates essential functions such as fee collection, expense management, admissions, and teaching. Serving over 65,000 educational entities, including schools, colleges, and co-curricular institutes, Anthem's platform enhances financial management through features like cash flow analytics, bank reconciliation, and financial reporting. By streamlining processes and improving financial oversight, Anthem enables institutions to increase fee collection, minimize revenue loss, and manage expenses more efficiently, thereby allowing them to focus on their core educational missions.

Qualified

Seed Round in 2017
Qualified is an online assessment platform designed to help companies identify top engineering talent through real-world coding challenges. The platform utilizes automated code assessments and a live interview tool, providing a format that simulates actual coding environments. This approach allows organizations to effectively evaluate the technical capabilities of potential hires while streamlining the recruitment process. By integrating testing frameworks, Qualified enables businesses to assess the skill strengths of candidates in a developer-friendly manner, ultimately facilitating the hiring of high-performing engineers.

Paykii

Seed Round in 2017
Paykii Inc. is a Washington, D.C.-based company that offers a cross-border bill payment platform, allowing individuals living abroad to easily pay utility bills for their families in their home countries. By connecting remittance providers with utility companies globally, Paykii facilitates direct payment of expenses through a single transaction hub. The platform ensures secure transactions using bank-level security measures, including HSN authentication, 256-bit encryption, and SSL/TLS secured communication. Designed primarily for money transfer operators, banks, and mobile money operators, Paykii's services enable real-time account information and rapid payment processing, making it convenient for users to manage their financial obligations from abroad.

Fintual

Seed Round in 2017
Fintual is a digital investment platform based in Santiago, Chile, that focuses on managing investments for young professionals seeking to make informed financial decisions. Founded in 2018 by Pedro Pineda, Omar Larré, Agustín Feuerhake, and Andres Marinkovic, the company provides low-commission accounts that emphasize passive investment strategies. Utilizing artificial intelligence, Fintual assesses clients' risk profiles and offers personalized investment recommendations, making it easier for users to gain essential financial knowledge and invest online.

Upswing International

Venture Round in 2017
Upswing International is a provider of an integrated student services platform designed to enhance student retention at colleges and universities. The company enables educational institutions to consolidate various support operations, including advising, counseling, and tutoring, into a cohesive virtual environment. This allows students to easily access assistance and connect with staff members. Upswing's platform also features a virtual assistant that communicates with students through SMS, delivering reminders and important information. Additionally, the platform offers a selection process for academic coaches, allowing students to choose based on criteria such as price, quality, and subject expertise. By streamlining these services, Upswing International enhances communication between students and staff while offering administrators comprehensive insights and reporting capabilities.

ePesos

Venture Round in 2017
ePesos is a FinTech company based in Monterrey, Mexico, that operates an online payment system designed to enhance financial accessibility for the underbanked and unbanked populations. The platform enables users to pay bills to individuals or institutions via Facebook, mobile phones, or email. Additionally, ePesos offers workers the ability to access their wages instantly, 24/7, which transforms employee benefits for both workers and employers. The service also includes features that allow borrowers to receive a portion of their salary in advance, which can be repaid through a custom mobile wallet. This innovative approach facilitates low-cost short-term working capital for financial institutions, ultimately promoting greater financial inclusion.

Finix

Seed Round in 2017
Finix is a developer of a B2B payment processing platform that enables businesses to own, manage, and monetize their payment systems. The platform features a modular, workflow-driven architecture and a real-time interface that allows users to track transactions, consolidate data from various payment processors, and underwrite merchant accounts. This capability supports banks, acquirers, and enterprises in facilitating quick and secure push payments over debit cards and enables them to send money globally. By providing these tools, Finix aims to enhance the payment processing experience for its clients.

Enguru

Seed Round in 2017
enguru is an ed-tech initiative developed by Kings Learning, focusing on enhancing English language and communication skills among Indian youth to improve their employability. The flagship product, the enguru Spoken English app, boasts over 2.8 million users and offers instruction in 28 languages, catering to various proficiency levels—from basic to industry-specific functional English. The app employs gamified learning and real-time assessments, making it accessible for both individual learners and corporations seeking effective training modules for their employees. Kings Learning also provides app-based and teacher-led programs across corporate, government, and educational institutions throughout India, aiming to address the employability challenges faced by the youth through innovative technology-driven solutions.

Loans4SME

Venture Round in 2017
Loans4SME connects small businesses with lenders to provide cash-flow based loans. With a product suite tailored for high growth companies and a seemless, technology driven approach to lending, they provide a collateral free solution for every financing need your business has. They have built a vast network of lenders including banks, NBFCs, venture debt firms and family offices. Our experts help you navigate The complex debt financing landscape so you get timely capital.

Huli

Venture Round in 2017
Huli is a healthcare technology company focused on enhancing the management of patient records and streamlining healthcare services. By connecting health professionals, medical centers, and institutions within the Latin American health ecosystem, Huli facilitates efficient communication and access to medical services. Its platform features an integrated online calendar with automatic reminders, enabling healthcare providers to manage appointments and patient information effectively. Huli aims to improve patient volume and satisfaction by offering transparency in services and pricing, thereby fostering a more accessible healthcare experience for patients.

LivWell Health

Seed Round in 2017
LivWell Health, Inc. specializes in software solutions aimed at enhancing home and community-based services for older adults. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, the company provides tools to improve care transitions from hospital settings to home environments, as well as resources that support person-centered care. Its offerings include the LivWell Health Interactive Touch Digital Signage, which enhances communication and quality of life in senior living communities, and the LivWell Community Private TV Channel, a platform for broadcasting essential information and updates to older adults. Additionally, the LivWell Senior Portal allows users to access activity calendars, menus, and community news, while the LivWell Health Platform serves as a modular cloud-based solution for managing various community and healthcare services, including comprehensive reporting and analytics. By leveraging technology, LivWell Health aims to improve the overall well-being of seniors and their caregivers throughout their life journey.

Masienda

Venture Round in 2017
Masienda, founded in 2014 and based in the United States, specializes in providing supply chain solutions for non-GMO heirloom corn and companion crops, while also acting as a marketplace for a variety of single-origin ingredients, cookware, and home goods from Mexico. The company partners with traditional farmers to source high-quality ingredients and collaborates with artisans to produce durable home products and kitchen tools, including molcajetes, molinitos, comales, and tortilla presses. Masienda aims to promote the rich cultural heritage of the Mexican kitchen and enhance culinary experiences for a broader audience.

Idle Smart

Convertible Note in 2017
Idle Smart specializes in automated engine start-stop solutions aimed at enhancing fleet uptime and minimizing idle time. The company has developed a battery management platform that offers remote management capabilities, allowing transportation companies to monitor important metrics such as battery status and coolant temperature. This system also automates engine operation and manages cabin temperature, providing real-time performance analysis and diagnostics to ensure that batteries remain charged and engines are kept warm. By implementing this technology, Idle Smart enables fleet operators to optimize their vehicles' performance while significantly reducing overnight idle time.

Olivine Technology

Seed Round in 2017
Olivine Technology, established in January 2010, is a software company that focuses on creating automated data capture tools designed to streamline data management processes for small and medium-sized enterprises. The company's solutions integrate with leading third-party systems such as Quickbooks, Sage Evolution, SAP Business 1, SPSS, and Mpesa, addressing challenges related to the high costs and lengthy durations typically associated with data capture, transmission, organization, reporting, and analysis. Olivine's applications facilitate real-time monitoring of inventory and sales across various distribution sites, including warehouses, stores, and sales vans, enabling seamless connectivity between multiple locations and their respective head offices.

PiggyVest

Seed Round in 2017
PiggyVest is a financial technology platform aimed at helping Nigerian debit card holders save and invest with ease. The platform automates the process of saving small amounts of money regularly—daily, weekly, or monthly—making it easier for users to build savings while minimizing the temptation to withdraw funds. By adhering to set withdrawal dates, users can enhance their saving habits. Initially operating as Piggybank.ng in partnership with two microfinance banks, PiggyVest transitioned by acquiring Gold Microfinance Bank in 2018, along with its license. The platform is now a registered cooperative, Piggytech Cooperative Multipurpose Society Limited. All funds saved on PiggyVest are managed by AIICO Capital, a prominent asset management company in Nigeria, which is licensed by the Securities and Exchange Commission. Through its services, PiggyVest enables low- and middle-income Nigerians to earn interest on their savings and achieve their financial goals efficiently.

Simulanis

Seed Round in 2017
Simulanis is an award-winning Ed-Tech company specializing in the development of immersive learning and training solutions using augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and 3D simulation technologies. The company focuses on enhancing skills in engineering and manufacturing sectors by providing interactive and engaging educational products. In addition to its innovative technologies, Simulanis operates Simulanis Academy, which offers blended learning programs, including virtual reality training courses and AR online training, as well as 2D and 3D animation courses. This educational platform aims to equip learners with the expertise needed to excel in their respective fields, making it a valuable resource for those looking to build a career in animation and related disciplines.

Arable

Series A in 2017
Arable Labs, Inc. specializes in developing a solar-powered Internet of Things (IoT) device equipped with advanced sensors for in-field crop monitoring. This technology allows farmers to digitize and optimize their agricultural decisions by providing critical data about the impact of weather and other factors on crop yield, quality, and harvest timing. Arable's integrated system combines unique spectral and thermal sensors with agronomic modeling and software tools, enabling users to monitor crop development and identify stressors such as water or nutrient deficiencies. The platform serves a diverse clientele, including farmers, agronomists, researchers, food processors, and agricultural enterprises, facilitating real-time insights and predictive analytics that enhance productivity and sustainability. Established in 2014, Arable is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Princeton, New Jersey. The company has received various accolades, highlighting its innovation in agricultural technology.

MPOWER Financing

Series A in 2017
MPOWER Financing is a Public Benefit Corporation based in Washington, D.C., that provides educational loans to international and DACA students studying in the United States and Canada. Founded in 2014, the company offers loans ranging from $2,001 to $50,000, which can be used for various student-related expenses, including tuition, housing, and books. Notably, MPOWER does not require a co-signer, collateral, or a U.S. credit history, utilizing a proprietary credit algorithm that assesses future potential instead. Loans are structured as 10-year fixed-rate agreements, with repayments beginning six months after graduation. The company also offers additional support services, such as interest discounts, personal finance education courses, credit-building resources, and job placement assistance. By partnering with universities, MPOWER identifies potential loan candidates and directly disburses funds to educational institutions for tuition and related expenses.

Certintell

Venture Round in 2017
Certintell, Inc. is a telemedicine company that offers a cloud-based platform designed to enhance healthcare access for underserved patients. Founded in 2014 and based in Des Moines, Iowa, the platform facilitates live video consultations between patients and healthcare providers, including primary and specialty care physicians. It also supports communication between healthcare professionals through voice, video, email, and mobile devices. By enabling safety-net providers to connect with patients, Certintell aims to improve diagnoses and treatments, allowing consumers to access U.S. board-certified clinicians for a range of services, including acute care, behavioral health, and nutrition counseling.

M-TriGen

Venture Round in 2017
M-TriGen, Inc. is a manufacturer based in Houston, Texas, specializing in on-site electrical generation products designed to enhance energy efficiency and reduce costs. Established in 2018, the company offers modular combined heating, cooling, and power technologies that integrate with existing renewable energy systems. Its flagship products include PowerAire, which generates electricity, and Gasaire, a gas heat pump. M-TriGen's solutions address the inefficiencies of traditional power grids by enabling users to produce energy, heating, and cooling directly at their locations while optimizing the use of available power sources.

Autonomous Tractor

Venture Round in 2017
Autonomous Tractor Corporation specializes in manufacturing autonomous electronic tractors tailored for various agricultural applications, including tilling, harvesting, and hauling. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Saint Michael, Minnesota, the company offers innovative products like the Electric JD 4930 Sprayer and Electric JD 8760 tractors. These vehicles are equipped with custom oil-cooled generators, proprietary drive electronics, and oil-cooled wheel motors, which enhance fuel efficiency and extend service life. The technology developed by Autonomous Tractor addresses significant challenges in agriculture, particularly the shortage of qualified labor during peak seasons. Their system can be installed on existing tractors, enabling them to operate autonomously without relying on GPS, while still allowing for manual control when needed. This approach not only optimizes operational efficiency but also enables farmers to focus on managing their farms and improving profitability.

MPOWER Financing

Series A in 2016
MPOWER Financing is a Public Benefit Corporation based in Washington, D.C., that provides educational loans to international and DACA students studying in the United States and Canada. Founded in 2014, the company offers loans ranging from $2,001 to $50,000, which can be used for various student-related expenses, including tuition, housing, and books. Notably, MPOWER does not require a co-signer, collateral, or a U.S. credit history, utilizing a proprietary credit algorithm that assesses future potential instead. Loans are structured as 10-year fixed-rate agreements, with repayments beginning six months after graduation. The company also offers additional support services, such as interest discounts, personal finance education courses, credit-building resources, and job placement assistance. By partnering with universities, MPOWER identifies potential loan candidates and directly disburses funds to educational institutions for tuition and related expenses.

Pairin

Seed Round in 2016
Pairin, Inc. is a Denver-based technology company established in 2012, focused on workforce process management. It offers a platform that personalizes career exploration, job matching, and skill development tailored for education, workforce programs, and government entities. The company's solutions include PAIRIN Hiring, which helps organizations identify top-performing applicants; PAIRIN Pro, which matches individuals to suitable job profiles and training programs while pinpointing skill gaps and providing resources for skill enhancement; and PAIRIN Personalizes, a tool aimed at developing soft skills. Through its industry-independent, cloud-based system, Pairin integrates soft skills development and matching into various programs, enabling clients to set specific outcomes and achieve their professional goals.

Fig Loans

Seed Round in 2016
Fig Tech is a financial firm dedicated to providing affordable loans and financial stability products for low-income families and small organizations. The company partners with non-profits, such as Family Houston, to offer loans that are significantly more affordable than traditional options, specifically designed to assist individuals in overcoming financial emergencies and managing debt. Fig Tech utilizes in-house loan management software to streamline its services, enabling flexible repayment plans tailored to the needs of low-income borrowers. By focusing on accessible financial products, Fig Tech aims to help users build credit and secure a more stable financial future.

Upsie Technology

Seed Round in 2016
Upsie Technology Inc. operates a mobile application that simplifies the process of purchasing extended warranties for consumer electronics and durable goods. Founded in 2015 and based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Upsie allows users to buy warranties for a range of products, including televisions, laptops, home appliances, and more, at competitive prices without the typical sales pitches or markups. The app provides users with transparent pricing and coverage options, enabling them to easily compare warranties. Additionally, it allows for the storage of digital receipts and tracking of warranty expirations, streamlining the management of product protection. Users can purchase coverage, initiate claims, and even scan barcodes while shopping to check warranty availability for specific items.

Nepris

Seed Round in 2016
Nepris Inc. operates a cloud-based platform that links educators with industry professionals to enhance the relevance of curriculum topics for students. Founded in 2013 and based in Austin, Texas, Nepris facilitates virtual connections between professionals and classrooms, allowing for interactive discussions, project mentoring, and career exposure. The platform matches the expertise of industry professionals with specific educational requests, enabling educators to bring real-world knowledge into the classroom. This service supports K-16 classrooms, adult job seekers, and out-of-school youth by making it easier for educators to access industry insights, while also providing companies and regional organizations a means to engage effectively with future workforce talent. Through its innovative approach, Nepris aims to inspire students and increase classroom engagement by connecting them with the skills and experiences of working professionals.

Ared

Pre Seed Round in 2016
ARED Group is a company focused on bridging the digital divide, particularly in developing countries. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Kigali, Rwanda, ARED has developed a business-in-a-box solar kiosk platform that provides various services, including Internet access, intranet solutions for offline users, phone charging, airtime, mobile money, prepaid electricity, and tax payment services. The company aims to support underserved communities, including women and individuals with disabilities. ARED's innovative approach utilizes renewable energy through solar kiosks and mini-server platforms, which store digital applications closer to users, thereby reducing internet costs and enabling access to digital services. After several years of development, ARED began piloting its technology in six African countries in 2020, with a mission to eliminate the digital divide by creating a distributed infrastructure that enhances connectivity and accessibility for users.

Emrgy

Venture Round in 2016
Emrgy is a technology company established in 2014 that specializes in designing and deploying modular and scalable hydroelectric solutions. The company focuses on developing innovative hydroelectric turbines capable of generating electricity from slow or shallow water flows, which allows power generation companies to efficiently harness energy from rivers and streams. Emrgy's offerings include advanced turbines, magnetic gearboxes, and compact hydroelectric power generators that significantly reduce energy costs. By redefining hydropower technology, Emrgy aims to enhance the reliability and cost-effectiveness of renewable energy, contributing to a shift towards distributed and intermittent energy sources.

PayGo Energy

Convertible Note in 2016
PayGo Energy is a company based in Kenya that specializes in developing metering systems for pre-paid cooking gas. Founded in 2014, the company aims to provide clean cooking fuel through a pay-as-you-go model, which allows customers to purchase gas gradually using mobile money. Its patented device connects a gas cylinder to a cloud service, enabling real-time monitoring of gas consumption and predicting when refills are needed. This innovative approach addresses the challenges associated with traditional cooking fuels, which often have detrimental environmental and health impacts, particularly in underserved communities. By offering an accessible and efficient energy solution, PayGo Energy seeks to improve the quality of life for millions who rely on inefficient biomass fuels.

Constant Therapy Health

Series A in 2016
Constant Therapy Health is a digital therapeutics company focused on enhancing brain rehabilitation through innovative technology. The company offers a mobile app, Constant Therapy, which is designed for individuals with brain injuries or cognitive disorders. This app provides users with access to clinically-proven exercises aimed at rebuilding cognitive, speech, and language functions. By utilizing adaptive technology and artificial intelligence, Constant Therapy integrates therapy into daily life, allowing users to engage in their rehabilitation anytime and anywhere. With over 140 million tasks completed, the platform has established the largest brain rehabilitation database, which supports the evolution of therapy practices and provides valuable insights for enterprises in the field.

AQUEES

Seed Round in 2016
AQUEES, LLC, founded in 2013 and based in Bethesda, Maryland, specializes in providing a water analytics platform designed to enhance water efficiency for large buildings. The company aims to assist property owners and managers in managing water consumption effectively, enabling them to make informed decisions that lead to significant water savings and cost reductions. With increasing water rates and growing demand due to population and industrial expansion, AQUEES addresses the urgent need for water conservation. The potential for a 20% reduction in water consumption translates to substantial financial savings for clients, highlighting the importance of efficient water usage practices. AQUEES is committed to delivering practical solutions and continuously innovating to meet the evolving needs of its clients.

Stony Creek Colors

Venture Round in 2016
Stony Creek Colors, Inc. is a manufacturer of bio-based colorants specifically designed for the textile industry. Founded in 2012 and based in Springfield, Tennessee, the company collaborates with small farmers in the Southeast U.S. to produce plant-based dyes, including indigo. Stony Creek Colors aims to provide clean and safe natural dyes that replace hazardous chemicals traditionally used in textile manufacturing. By focusing on sustainable practices, the company enables the textile and fashion industries to offer environmentally conscious premium products to consumers.

Vault

Seed Round in 2016
Vault is a technology company based in Austin, Texas, that specializes in a comprehensive platform designed to address the challenges of student loan management. Founded in 2013, Vault offers an intuitive web-based tool that provides a secure experience for employees, helping them navigate their student loan debt and achieve financial freedom. The platform allows employers to contribute to their employees' debt repayment, enhancing talent acquisition and retention strategies. By simplifying repayment scenarios and assisting in the identification of suitable plans, Vault empowers both employers and employees to foster enduring relationships. Additionally, the company supports employees in managing their student debt while simultaneously building their retirement savings.

Kuli Kuli

Grant in 2016
Kuli Kuli, Inc. is a producer of nutritional moringa products based in Oakland, California. Founded in 2011 by Anne Tsuei, Jordan Moncharmont, Lisa Curtis, and Valerie Popelka, the company offers a range of products, including moringa bars, moringa powders, green energy shots, herbal teas, and sampler packs. Kuli Kuli markets its products through both retail stores and online channels, aiming to provide health-conscious consumers with the benefits of moringa, a nutrient-rich superfood.

INRFOOD

Seed Round in 2015
INRFOOD, Inc. specializes in providing websites and mobile applications designed to help users make informed dietary choices. The company focuses on personalized nutrition, recognizing that each individual has unique dietary needs. Through its INRFOOD APP, users can engage with advanced analytics to track their eating habits, log ingredients and macro nutrients, and receive real-time notifications regarding food products that may pose allergy risks or do not align with their dietary preferences. Additionally, the company offers the Sugar Cube application, which allows users to visualize sugar content in their food. INRFOOD's services are available on major platforms such as iTunes, Google Play, and the App Store. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, INRFOOD aims to enhance the understanding of nutrition beyond mere calorie counting by providing a comprehensive health and wellness solution.

Billpocket

Venture Round in 2015
Billpocket is a financial technology company that transforms smartphones and tablets into point-of-sale terminals, facilitating card payments without the need for traditional banking infrastructures. Users can accept debit and credit card payments directly through their mobile devices, simplifying the payment process and eliminating high maintenance fees and complex setups associated with conventional systems. Billpocket's platform also offers the option for customers to convert payments into interest-free monthly installments, while the company charges a fixed commission to sellers. This innovative approach enables a seamless transaction experience for both businesses and consumers.

Spensa

Series A in 2015
Spensa Technologies Inc., founded in 2009 and based in West Lafayette, Indiana, develops innovative software solutions for the agricultural industry. The company offers various products, including OpenScout, a scouting application that allows users to record and tag notes and photos from fields, and MyTraps, a mobile tool for collecting and visualizing pest data. Additionally, Spensa provides Z-Trap, a system that utilizes smart insect traps to analyze and predict insect populations in agricultural settings. With a focus on reducing reliance on manual labor and promoting eco-friendly farming practices, Spensa Technologies aims to enhance crop production efficiency through its expertise in wireless sensor networks, robotics, and computer vision. As of 2018, Spensa operates as a subsidiary of Telvent DTN, LLC.

MPOWER Financing

Seed Round in 2015
MPOWER Financing is a Public Benefit Corporation based in Washington, D.C., that provides educational loans to international and DACA students studying in the United States and Canada. Founded in 2014, the company offers loans ranging from $2,001 to $50,000, which can be used for various student-related expenses, including tuition, housing, and books. Notably, MPOWER does not require a co-signer, collateral, or a U.S. credit history, utilizing a proprietary credit algorithm that assesses future potential instead. Loans are structured as 10-year fixed-rate agreements, with repayments beginning six months after graduation. The company also offers additional support services, such as interest discounts, personal finance education courses, credit-building resources, and job placement assistance. By partnering with universities, MPOWER identifies potential loan candidates and directly disburses funds to educational institutions for tuition and related expenses.

Quotanda

Seed Round in 2015
Quotanda is a lending as a service (LaaS) platform that specializes in providing student loan services aimed at democratizing access to education. The company offers a comprehensive online lending platform that enables various organizations, including lenders, educational institutions, and community foundations, to quickly establish affordable education loan programs in any country and currency. Quotanda's technology streamlines the entire lending process, managing all aspects of online lending programs for its partners. This includes program setup, marketing, compliance, credit origination, loan disbursement, and ongoing servicing, such as interest and principal collection, as well as default management. By improving financing options, Quotanda helps students secure loans for their educational pursuits, fostering greater affordability in education.

Pear Deck

Seed Round in 2015
Pear Deck, Inc. is a software development company focused on the education sector, offering a platform that enhances interactive learning experiences in classrooms. Founded in 2014 and based in Iowa City, Iowa, Pear Deck allows teachers to engage students through synchronized presentations displayed on projectors and individual devices. This approach fosters active participation by blurring the lines between instruction and assessment, enabling educators to adapt their teaching methods based on real-time feedback. The platform supports one-on-one learning by connecting students of all ages and abilities in a virtual classroom accessible from any web-enabled device. As of November 2020, Pear Deck operates as a subsidiary of Liminex, Inc.

1DocWay

Seed Round in 2015
1DocWay, Inc. is a telemedicine company that specializes in telepsychiatry, connecting psychiatric hospitals, clinics, emergency departments, and patients through a browser-based platform. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in New York, 1DocWay offers features such as videoconferencing, appointment scheduling, and medical records management, facilitating remote consultations with local psychiatrists and advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs). The company's services are tailored to meet the needs of rural, elderly, disabled, and busy patients, allowing them to conveniently schedule online appointments and receive care via secure video chat. This model not only enhances patient access to mental health services but also offers physicians increased scheduling flexibility and revenue opportunities. 1DocWay operates in multiple states across the U.S., including Arkansas, California, and Texas, and is a subsidiary of Genoa, a company focused on enhancing healthcare quality.

Atikus

Seed Round in 2015
Atikus focuses on enhancing financial inclusion for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) by offering technology-driven solutions, including credit insurance and loans. The company aims to address the capital needs of underserved demographics, particularly women, while improving the operational capabilities of lenders. By aligning financial inclusion efforts within a market, Atikus seeks to expand the availability and quality of financial products and services, thereby supporting the growth and development of MSMEs. Their approach emphasizes data utilization and risk management to create a more accessible financial landscape for small businesses.

Edsix BrainLab

Angel Round in 2015
Edsix Brain Lab Private Ltd, founded in 2013 and based in Chennai, India, operates an online platform focused on educational gaming. The company offers Skill Angels, a platform designed to enhance students' thinking skills through engaging games. Edsix Brain Lab is recognized as an emerging player in the edutainment industry and is incubated by IIT Madras Rural Technology Business Incubator. The firm aims to disrupt the educational gaming sector by developing interactive products that combine brain skill enhancement with curriculum-based content. Edsix Brain Lab’s vision is to provide users with an enjoyable and effective way to boost their cognitive abilities.

iUNU

Venture Round in 2015
IUNU, Inc. is an agricultural technology company based in Seattle, Washington, that specializes in developing an AI-driven computer vision platform for greenhouse management. Founded in 2013, IUNU offers a comprehensive SaaS-based solution known as LUNA, which monitors crop growth and provides growers with actionable insights to enhance production management. The platform connects plants, facilities, and personnel through a unified interface, enabling farmers to efficiently manage crop cycles and identify potential issues before they impact yield. By promoting accountability in growing practices, IUNU empowers clients to optimize their operations and improve overall productivity in commercial greenhouse environments.

FIN Gourmet

Venture Round in 2015
FIN Gourmet is a food production company based in Paducah, Kentucky, specializing in wild-caught Asian Carp products. Established in 2010, it offers large whole boneless fillets from Silver Carp alongside all-natural Vietnamese fish tofu, available in ready-to-eat patties and nuggets. The company emphasizes the use of fresh ingredients, ensuring that its products contain no MSG, chemicals, or preservatives. FIN Gourmet aims to create economic opportunities for local communities by revitalizing the inland fishing industry and fostering job creation. Its environmentally friendly production methods focus on delivering healthy, fresh, and natural surimi-based products that provide consumers with sustainable options for enjoying wild-caught fish year-round.

Lekki Peninsula Affordable Schools

Seed Round in 2015
Lekki Peninsula Affordable Schools (LPAS) is a low-cost private school chain in Nigeria designed to deliver high-quality education to low-income families. Operating as a social enterprise, LPAS aims to make education accessible to those at the bottom of the economic pyramid by implementing an all-inclusive fee structure that covers tuition, books, uniforms, exams, and after-school lessons, including Saturday classes. The school offers a flexible payment system, accommodating families who prefer to pay weekly. LPAS ensures that students learn in a safe and clean environment while also providing a range of extracurricular activities such as sports, drama, leadership training, and arts. Through these initiatives, LPAS seeks to equip students with the skills necessary for socially responsible and economically productive lives.

Futurepump

Seed Round in 2014
Futurepump Ltd is a Kenya-based company that designs, develops, and manufactures solar-powered irrigation pumps specifically for smallholder farmers. The company's flagship product, the Sunflower irrigation pump, is robust and portable, providing a sustainable and cost-effective alternative to traditional petrol or diesel pumps. By utilizing solar power, these pumps help farmers irrigate their crops on demand, leading to more reliable harvests and the ability to cultivate and sell crops out of season. This innovation not only enhances agricultural productivity but also offers significant economic benefits to farmers, their families, and the broader community. Futurepump aims to address the needs of the vast global market of smallholder farmers, promoting cleaner and more efficient agricultural practices.

Ojay Greene

Seed Round in 2014
Ojay Greene is a marketing consultancy based in Kenya that specializes in providing services to businesses and startups. The company offers a range of advisory services, including product launch planning and execution, executive coaching, management training, product management, and customer service training specifically tailored for the agriculture sector. Ojay Greene is committed to delivering high-quality produce to its customers, ensuring that it meets their needs in a timely manner while maintaining competitive pricing.

e-Chromic Technologies

Seed Round in 2014
e-Chromic Technologies specializes in reflective electrochromic thin film technology designed for retrofitting existing windows in both commercial and residential buildings. This innovative thin film changes from transparent to diffuse reflective when activated, effectively controlling light and solar heat transmission. Unlike other smart window solutions that require complete replacement of windows, e-Chromic's product can be installed from inside, making it a cost-effective alternative. According to energy models from the Department of Energy, this film is 43% more efficient than traditional absorptive technologies and is priced at less than half the cost of competing smart window options. The product can significantly reduce air conditioning expenses and associated carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 35%. It operates wirelessly and offers user-controlled settings, allowing for maximum natural light when switched off and preventing around 90% of solar heating when fully reflective. Future developments are expected to introduce an additional mode that will maintain transparency while rejecting infrared heat.

PAX Pure

Seed Round in 2014
PAX Pure, Inc. specializes in innovative water purification technology aimed at providing effective water treatment solutions. Founded in 2012 by Kimberly Morris and Philip O’Connor, the company is headquartered in San Rafael, California. PAX Pure has developed a unique device that simulates high-altitude boiling by lowering the pressure on water, allowing it to boil at reduced temperatures. This technology enables the desalination and demineralization of water with high efficiency, treating significant levels of total dissolved solids while maintaining high water recovery rates. The solution is designed for small, medium, and large industrial clients, helping them minimize capital, operational, and environmental costs associated with water treatment.

Rimidi

Seed Round in 2014
Rimidi Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Atlanta, Georgia, focused on improving diabetes management for patients and healthcare providers. Founded in 2011, the company offers a cloud-based software solution known as DIABETES+ME, which integrates patient-generated health data from connected devices with clinical data to provide personalized insights. This platform allows patients and physicians to identify gaps in diabetes management and outlines the necessary steps to address these gaps, ultimately helping to meet patient health targets and enhance the care cycle. By facilitating remote monitoring and enabling clinicians to make timely adjustments in treatment, Rimidi aims to address one of healthcare's most pressing challenges: diabetes.

Experifun

Seed Round in 2014
Experifun is an education management organization founded by a team of alumni from prestigious institutions who are dedicated to making science accessible and enjoyable for children. The company collaborates with schools, parents, and students to create engaging experiments, activities, and gadgets that stimulate interest in scientific concepts. Experifun specializes in designing online learning courses and providing comprehensive educational support, including student training and assessments. Through these initiatives, the organization aims to inspire young minds and foster a love for science in an interactive and innovative manner.

TruClinic

Seed Round in 2014
TruClinic is a healthcare technology company that offers a cloud-based telemedicine platform designed to enhance communication between patients, providers, and care teams. By facilitating secure video conferencing and telehealth services, the platform allows users to connect face to face, regardless of location or time. This innovative solution integrates seamlessly into existing workflows, enabling healthcare providers to improve efficiency in patient treatment. TruClinic aims to eliminate barriers related to access, cost, and location, ultimately transforming the way healthcare is delivered and experienced.

Rural Spark

Seed Round in 2014
Rural Spark B.V. specializes in designing and manufacturing energy kits that enable residents in rural areas to store and share locally generated solar energy. Its product offerings include home energy kits and TV kits, which consist of essential components such as solar panels, lamps, routers, and phone chargers. The company also provides customer support and operates a service and retail platform that manages marketing campaigns, prepaid payments, and subscription changes. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Tilburg, the Netherlands, with an additional location in Kampala, Uganda, Rural Spark aims to foster cooperative local energy networks. By facilitating the sharing of excess energy among homes, the company envisions a future where collaborative energy grids replace traditional top-down energy systems.

eMoneyPool

Seed Round in 2014
eMoneyPool, Inc. operates a money pool marketplace in the United States, offering an online platform designed for short-term savings and peer lending. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, eMoneyPool connects users in a community where they can pool money each month and take turns receiving a lump sum. This system enables individuals to access capital through their social networks while also providing a pathway to traditional lenders by utilizing alternative credit and payment histories. The platform aims to empower users to achieve important financial goals in a secure and efficient manner.

Bodhi Health Education

Seed Round in 2014
Bodhi Health Education Pvt. Ltd. specializes in developing e-learning software aimed at training health workers and vision assistants across India. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Gurugram, the company focuses on enhancing healthcare knowledge, particularly in areas such as maternal and child care, immunization, first aid, hygiene, basic eye care, and common diseases like malaria and tuberculosis. Its training platform is designed to be accessible on Android-based tablets, existing IT infrastructure at health centers, and mobile phones used by health workers. By leveraging technology, Bodhi Health Education aims to significantly improve the quality of medical education and awareness among health professionals and community health workers, thereby contributing to the overall enhancement of healthcare in India.

Sudiksha

Seed Round in 2014
Sudiksha Knowledge Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is a social entrepreneurship initiative focused on enhancing educational standards in India. The organization operates schools aimed at providing affordable preschool education to underprivileged children. By employing innovative teaching methods and a holistic curriculum, Sudiksha emphasizes the development of essential cognitive, social, and linguistic skills during the formative years of its students. Additionally, the company functions as a social laboratory, engaging in the design, training, and research of various educational facets, thus contributing to a broader revolution in the quality of school education in the country.

WiseBanyan

Venture Round in 2014
WiseBanyan, Inc. is an online financial advisor that offers wealth management services to individuals and institutions, focusing on automated, goal-based investing. Founded in 2013 and based in New York, the company was launched in 2014 as the first free financial advisory platform, allowing clients to save and invest without any minimum requirements. WiseBanyan's services include customized portfolio construction and automated rebalancing, designed to help clients achieve both short and long-term financial goals. With over 25,000 users currently utilizing the platform, WiseBanyan has facilitated the investment of more than $5.5 billion towards various financial objectives, ensuring that its interests remain aligned with those of its clients.

Continental Renewable Energy

Seed Round in 2014
Continental Renewable Energy Co. Ltd, founded in 2011 and based in Nairobi, Kenya, specializes in manufacturing eco-friendly construction materials from recycled plastics. The company produces a range of products including plastic fencing posts, roofing tiles, plastic lumber, paving slabs, and rombas road blocks, which are suitable for use in various settings such as farms, homes, national parks, and commercial spaces. The fencing poles are particularly noteworthy as they are made from blended post-consumer waste and sand, making them both cost-efficient and environmentally friendly. With a modern finish and high durability, these products boast a life expectancy of over 40 years with minimal degradation, addressing the pressing issue of plastic waste while providing sustainable alternatives for construction and fencing needs.

Wanda Agriculture Group

Seed Round in 2014
Wanda Organic Ltd is a Kenyan start-up focused on enhancing soil health and crop nutrition. The company specializes in importing and marketing innovative organic bio-fertilizers, aiming to raise awareness of their benefits among local farmers. Wanda Organic has secured exclusive rights to this technology and plans to establish local production facilities in Kenya and other East African countries, including Zambia and Malawi. The company is also committed to developing a robust distribution network, supported by a customer-centric promotion, marketing, and sales strategy to drive demand for sustainable agricultural solutions in the region.

iKure Techsoft

Angel Round in 2014
iKure Techsoft Pvt. Ltd. is a medical research technology company based in Kolkata, India, established in 2009. It focuses on enhancing healthcare accessibility for rural populations through the development of its Wireless Health Incident Monitoring System, a cloud-hosted platform that facilitates collaboration among health workers and doctors. This technology allows healthcare professionals in rural areas to seek guidance and escalate cases to specialists in semi-urban and urban hospitals. The company also offers franchise opportunities to expand its reach. Founded by a team of former Oracle employees and incubated at IIT Kharagpur, iKure Techsoft creates affordable solutions for collecting healthcare data using computers and mobile phones. By partnering with various stakeholders, including corporate entities, healthcare providers, and government agencies, the company aims to leverage information and communication technologies to improve healthcare services while fulfilling social and commercial objectives.

Solar Site Design

Seed Round in 2013
Solar Site Design operates a collaborative, cloud-based content management platform tailored for solar professionals, providing a comprehensive project development solution. The platform connects solar project referrals with companies, thereby reducing customer acquisition costs. By gathering and sharing vital information about solar projects, it facilitates collaboration among stakeholders and enhances understanding of soft costs such as installation, customer acquisition, and permits. This streamlined approach allows businesses to efficiently gather data and create accurate quotes, ultimately driving the development of solar projects.

Spensa

Seed Round in 2013
Spensa Technologies Inc., founded in 2009 and based in West Lafayette, Indiana, develops innovative software solutions for the agricultural industry. The company offers various products, including OpenScout, a scouting application that allows users to record and tag notes and photos from fields, and MyTraps, a mobile tool for collecting and visualizing pest data. Additionally, Spensa provides Z-Trap, a system that utilizes smart insect traps to analyze and predict insect populations in agricultural settings. With a focus on reducing reliance on manual labor and promoting eco-friendly farming practices, Spensa Technologies aims to enhance crop production efficiency through its expertise in wireless sensor networks, robotics, and computer vision. As of 2018, Spensa operates as a subsidiary of Telvent DTN, LLC.

Edsix BrainLab

Seed Round in 2013
Edsix Brain Lab Private Ltd, founded in 2013 and based in Chennai, India, operates an online platform focused on educational gaming. The company offers Skill Angels, a platform designed to enhance students' thinking skills through engaging games. Edsix Brain Lab is recognized as an emerging player in the edutainment industry and is incubated by IIT Madras Rural Technology Business Incubator. The firm aims to disrupt the educational gaming sector by developing interactive products that combine brain skill enhancement with curriculum-based content. Edsix Brain Lab’s vision is to provide users with an enjoyable and effective way to boost their cognitive abilities.

One Earth Designs

Seed Round in 2013
One Earth Designs is a company based in Burlingame, California, founded in 2012, that specializes in high-performance solar cookers and renewable energy technologies. Its flagship product, SolSource, is a solar cooker that operates at 90% efficiency, significantly reducing fuel consumption and minimizing exposure to harmful stove pollution. The company focuses on developing user-friendly and efficient products that promote sustainable living, offering solutions for cooking, electricity generation, and space heating. By harnessing solar energy, One Earth Designs aims to provide households with innovative technologies that support a low-emission lifestyle.

Neighborly

Grant in 2013
Neighborly Corporation is a San Francisco-based company that operates an online community investment marketplace, allowing individual retail investors to access the municipal bond market. This platform funds essential public projects, such as schools, parks, and infrastructure, enabling citizens to invest directly in their communities. Neighborly connects issuers with a diverse range of investors, facilitating ongoing investor relations and surveillance. Founded in 2012, Neighborly aims to democratize access to public finance, thereby enhancing community engagement in civic projects. Additionally, Neighborly, Inc., formerly known as The Dwyer Group, provides a wide array of residential and commercial restoration and cleaning services through its extensive network of franchises. With a history dating back to 1970, the company has grown to encompass 21 service-based brands across several countries, offering essential services including plumbing, HVAC, and home maintenance. Neighborly is committed to supporting franchisees and enhancing the quality of life for homeowners through affordable service solutions.

UBELONG

Seed Round in 2013
UBELONG LLC is an international volunteering and talent development organization that connects individuals across borders to foster positive change through shared experiences. Founded in 2008, the company operates from its headquarters in Washington, D.C., with an additional office in Lisbon, Portugal. UBELONG provides safe and affordable short-term volunteering opportunities in regions including Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Its initiatives are supported by a team of volunteers and university professors dedicated to promoting humanitarian efforts and personal growth.

Lipisha

Seed Round in 2013
Lipisha is a Nairobi-based company that develops a mobile payment platform designed to facilitate the integration and automation of mobile payments for businesses in Africa. The platform allows clients to seamlessly connect and accept payments from their customers via various mobile money channels. It employs high-grade data encryption and anti-fraud mechanisms to ensure secure transactions. Additionally, Lipisha provides a comprehensive suite of reporting tools that enable users to search, view, and analyze payment data, enhancing business intelligence and decision-making capabilities. By streamlining mobile payment processes, Lipisha aims to support businesses in efficiently managing their financial transactions.

Infinite Composites

Convertible Note in 2013
Infinite Composites specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced composite pressure vessels and structures. Founded in 2010, the company aims to revolutionize composite pressure vessel technology to support its widespread adoption, particularly in sectors requiring weight-sensitive solutions. Its innovative gas storage systems are designed to hold more fuel weight than their own cylinder weight, making them ideal for applications in aerospace, including launch vehicles, satellites, and spacecraft, as well as in industrial gas and transportation markets. Infinite Composites is committed to continuous improvement, ensuring that its products meet and exceed customer and industry quality standards while maintaining a focus on reliability and defect-free delivery.

Save Energy Systems

Seed Round in 2013
Save Energy Systems, Inc. specializes in innovative energy management solutions, focusing on the development, manufacturing, and sale of automated control systems for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) in small to mid-sized commercial facilities. Founded in 2011 and based in Westborough, Massachusetts, the company offers its flagship product, the Demand-Limiting Controller (DLC), which optimizes energy use and manages HVAC loads during peak periods. This intelligent, networked system integrates real-time zone data with weather forecasts to maintain optimal building conditions while minimizing energy consumption. In addition to the DLC, Save Energy Systems provides a scalable, IoT-enabled building management solution that includes advanced monitoring and control capabilities, such as occupancy-based setpoint control and energy metering. The company's in-house capabilities in electronic hardware design and software development enhance its ability to deliver comprehensive facility management tools. With a focus on cost-effective solutions, Save Energy Systems aims to improve energy efficiency for various sectors, including health clubs, hotels, and retail establishments, while ensuring minimal operational disruption during installation.

EcoFuels Kenya

Seed Round in 2013
Eco Fuels Kenya is a for-profit social enterprise producing biofuel, organic fertilisers, and plant health products from the nuts and seeds of the Croton Megalocarpus, a naturally abundant plant in East Africa with no other productive or commercial use. The impact and sustainability of the environment, our supply chain, and our operations are main focuses of our organisation from our Seed Collectors Network, to our no-waste manufacturing process, to the positive environmental benefits of our products’ consumption.

Simpa Energy

Seed Round in 2012
Simpa is a company based in Karnataka, India, that provides solar power systems to households and shops in rural areas. Founded in 2010, the company aims to make clean energy simple, affordable, and accessible. Customers pay a small initial fee to have a solar photovoltaic (PV) system installed, after which they use a pay-as-you-go model for electricity, similar to pre-paid cell phone plans. The payments contribute towards the total purchase price of the system, and once fully paid, customers own the solar system outright, gaining access to clean and reliable electricity at no further cost. Simpa's offerings include an integrated set of hardware and software for essential services like lighting, cooling, and entertainment, enhancing the convenience and quality of life for users in underserved regions.

Sevamob

Seed Round in 2012
Sevamob is a healthcare platform aimed at transforming healthcare delivery through an AI-assisted disease management system. This innovative platform significantly reduces the cost of care by up to 50% across various health domains, including general health, nutrition, cardiometabolic conditions, infectious diseases, and vision. Sevamob's approach consists of three integral components: point-of-care diagnostics utilizing AI and rapid testing kits, telehealth consultations, and the provision of last-mile medicine delivery. By enabling patients to access preventive care, prescriptions, and medications for common ailments through mobile clinics, Sevamob facilitates effective connections between patients and healthcare experts, thereby enhancing overall healthcare accessibility and efficiency.
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