CDP is a not-for-profit organization based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2000. Its mission is to transform global business practices to prevent climate change and safeguard natural resources. CDP operates a global disclosure system that encourages investors, companies, cities, states, and regions to measure and report their environmental data. By harnessing the power of transparency and information sharing, CDP seeks to influence market forces, including shareholders and consumers, to prioritize sustainability in decision-making. The organization aims to place environmental considerations at the core of business and policy strategies, incentivizing thousands of entities worldwide to take actionable steps toward a more sustainable future.
Jones Center
Grant in 2025
The Jones Center still upholds Bernice Jones' goal of being a place where everyone is accepted and no one is denied access because of their financial situation. The Jones Center is pleased to offer program scholarships and activity passes to local kids and families thanks to the Walmart Foundation's kind donation.
North Texas Food Bank
Grant in 2024
North Texas Food is a domestic hunger-relief group in the country, Feeding America, purchases food and groceries from local vendors and distributes them.
One is a financial mobile application headquartered in San Francisco, California, that offers a range of banking and fintech solutions. Founded in 2019, the company focuses on enhancing users' financial capabilities by providing services such as online payments, cash transactions, and digital wallet functionalities. The app is designed to increase users' spending power by optimizing their earnings and helping them achieve financial goals more efficiently. Additionally, One enables users to share money easily with family and friends while promoting faster growth of their finances. Through its innovative offerings, One aims to bridge financial gaps for its users.
Precision Development
Grant in 2024
Precision Development develops digital information-sharing systems to provide information to farmers in developing countries.
VIZIO, Inc., founded in 2002 and based in Irvine, California, specializes in designing and manufacturing televisions, sound bars, and associated smart technology products. The company is known for its innovative range of smart HDTVs, including high-end OLED models and affordable entry-level options. VIZIO is recognized as the leading sound bar brand in the United States, offering a variety of audio solutions, from basic models to comprehensive home theater systems. The company’s SmartCast platform, integrated into its TVs, provides users with access to numerous streaming services, enhancing the entertainment experience. VIZIO also engages in direct advertising services and sells its products through both retail and online channels. Its commitment to delivering high-quality, customer-focused products at competitive prices has established VIZIO as a prominent player in the consumer electronics market.
Flipkart
Secondary Market in 2023
Flipkart, established in 2007, is a leading Indian e-commerce marketplace headquartered in Bengaluru. It offers a vast array of products, spanning over 70 categories and 30 million items, including electronics, home appliances, fashion, and health care. With a workforce of 33,000 and 75 million registered users, Flipkart facilitates over 10 million daily visits and delivers approximately 8 million shipments monthly. Founded by Binny and Sachin Bansal, the company was acquired by Walmart in 2018. Flipkart Ventures, its venture arm, invests in seed to series B-stage companies.
Transform Rural India Foundation
Grant in 2023
Transform Rural India Foundation enables the most impoverished rural communities in India to achieve their full potential by ensuring they have equal access to the opportunities available to everyone else.
Grameen Foundation
Grant in 2023
Grameen Foundation, established in 1997 and based in Washington, D.C., is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering the world's poor by providing them with the tools and information necessary to improve their lives. Inspired by the principles of Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus and the Grameen Bank, the foundation focuses on harnessing the strengths of the impoverished to help them achieve their full potential. It operates independently, with no financial or institutional ties to Grameen Bank, despite having Yunus as a founding director and current director emeritus. Grameen Foundation's initiatives span various sectors, including financial services, information technology, and fintech, with a commitment to making a positive impact across America, Asia, the Middle East, and Northern Africa.
Scott Family Amazeum
Grant in 2023
Scott Family Amazeum is a museum for children and families in Northwest Arkansas. Its desire is to educate people in the best possible manner for whatever lies ahead and to engage the entire family in exploration, learning, and enjoyment.
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Grant in 2023
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is a historical site that combines the power of art with the natural beauty. The building's name is derived from a nearby natural spring and the bridge construction, both of which were designed by world-renowned architect Moshe Safdie. Galleries, meeting and classroom spaces, and a large, glass-enclosed gathering hall are housed in a series of pavilions nestled around two spring-fed ponds. A restaurant (Eleven) and Coffee Bar on a glass-enclosed bridge overlooking the ponds, a Museum Store designed by architect Marlon Blackwell, and a library with over 50,000 volumes of art reference material are among the guest amenities. Crystal Bridges offers year-round programming for people of all ages, including lectures, performances, classes, and continuing education for teachers in grades K-12. More than 50,000 schoolchildren visit the museum each year as part of the Willard and Pat Walker School Visit Program, which offers schools reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses associated with a school field trip, including transportation costs, substitute teachers, and lunch. A project is currently underway to create high-quality online learning opportunities for students and teachers.
Flipkart
Secondary Market in 2023
Flipkart, established in 2007, is a leading Indian e-commerce marketplace headquartered in Bengaluru. It offers a vast array of products, spanning over 70 categories and 30 million items, including electronics, home appliances, fashion, and health care. With a workforce of 33,000 and 75 million registered users, Flipkart facilitates over 10 million daily visits and delivers approximately 8 million shipments monthly. Founded by Binny and Sachin Bansal, the company was acquired by Walmart in 2018. Flipkart Ventures, its venture arm, invests in seed to series B-stage companies.
Downtown Bentonville
Grant in 2023
Downtown Bentonville a private, not-for-profit organization, is in a unique position to be a catalyst for creating and promoting a friendly and vibrant downtown for all members of the community.
PhonePe
Corporate Round in 2023
PhonePe is a mobile payments application that enables users to transfer money instantly using just their mobile number. The platform is built on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and incorporates a digital wallet, making digital payments simple and secure. PhonePe aims to eliminate the need for cash and cards by providing a universally accepted payment solution, thereby enhancing the overall commerce experience for both customers and businesses. Its focus is on facilitating seamless transactions in the digital payment landscape.
PhonePe
Acquisition in 2022
PhonePe is a mobile payments application that enables users to transfer money instantly using just their mobile number. The platform is built on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and incorporates a digital wallet, making digital payments simple and secure. PhonePe aims to eliminate the need for cash and cards by providing a universally accepted payment solution, thereby enhancing the overall commerce experience for both customers and businesses. Its focus is on facilitating seamless transactions in the digital payment landscape.
Walmart Advanced Systems & Robotics
Acquisition in 2022
Alert Innovation is a start-up focused on transforming the retail experience through robotics. The company has developed a new type of supermarket that employs automated service instead of traditional self-service. This innovative approach aims to enhance customer experience while improving the operational efficiency of retailers. By leveraging robotics, Alert Innovation seeks to redefine how consumers shop and how retailers manage their operations, positioning itself at the forefront of the evolving food retail landscape.
College Unbound
Grant in 2022
College Unbound is an innovative, degree-granting college for adults who have faced barriers to completing their bachelor's degree. It operates as an individualized studies program in organizational and community Studies. It is specialized in getting students on a path to a degree, keeping focused on that goal, and supporting them in every way necessary to achieve it.
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Grant in 2022
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is an academic health center focusing on medical education, research, and clinical programs. It offers various medical services, including specialized care in areas such as women's health, cancer treatment, orthopedics, stroke care, and trauma.
Sustainable Beef
Corporate Round in 2022
Sustainable Beef is a beef processing company based in Nebraska, United States. It operates a facility dedicated to processing beef, focusing on sustainable practices within the industry. The company's mission is to provide high-quality beef products while minimizing environmental impact and promoting responsible farming practices. Through its operations, Sustainable Beef aims to contribute to a more sustainable food system, ensuring both the welfare of livestock and the health of the ecosystem.
Soil Health Institute
Grant in 2022
Soil Health Institute is a global non-profit organization to preserve and improves soil vitality and productivity through scientific research and advancement. It equips farmers and other landowners with the knowledge they need to successfully implement regenerative soil health systems that benefit agriculture and society economically and environmentally.
Volt Systems
Acquisition in 2022
VOLT Systems is a technology company that provides solutions tailored for retailers to optimize the management of third-party labor. Its application technology focuses on omnichannel engagement, offering store-level data and actionable analytics. These tools assist suppliers in planning, forecasting, and optimizing product assortments, enabling them to better anticipate customer demand. By facilitating human-led interactions, VOLT Systems aims to enhance business outcomes for its clients in the retail sector.
OSL
Initial Coin Offering in 2022
OSL is a developer of a digital asset platform that offers a comprehensive range of institutional products and services. The company provides Software-as-a-Service, brokerage, exchange, and custody solutions aimed at institutions and professional investors. OSL facilitates over-the-counter trading, granting access to substantial liquidity pools. Additionally, the platform includes systematic Request for Quotation (RFQ) services and bespoke token offerings, thereby enhancing the suite of institutional trading solutions available to its clients.
MemoMi
Acquisition in 2022
MemoMi is a technology company that specializes in digital imaging software, offering a platform that provides an adaptive and controlled camera perspective. This innovative platform enables perspective correction in real time, delivering distortion-free, realistic images with true eye-to-eye contact from various angles and distances. MemoMi's technology is particularly beneficial for retail environments, allowing stores to transform their customer experience through applications such as smart mirrors. By enhancing the way customers engage with products, MemoMi aims to reinvent the personal shopping experience.
Symbotic is an automation technology company that specializes in integrated supply network automation solutions for warehouses and distribution centers. The company develops proprietary robotics and software designed to enhance operational efficiency and streamline supply chain processes. By automating the handling of pallets and cases, Symbotic significantly improves the speed and profitability of supply chain operations for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. Operating primarily in the United States and Canada, Symbotic's innovative, end-to-end technology solutions cater to large retail and wholesale companies, positioning the firm as a leader in supply chain automation.
Cyber Institute
Grant in 2022
Cyber Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and international NGO that advises government and industry on matters related to cyber policy.
NPower Canada
Grant in 2022
NPower Canada is a charitable organization that launches underserved young adults into meaningful and sustainable IT careers.
York University
Grant in 2022
York University was founded in March 1959, and is now Canada's third-largest university and its leading interdisciplinary research and teaching institution.
Food Banks Canada
Grant in 2022
Food Banks Canada is a national charitable organization dedicated to helping Canadians living with food insecurity.
Indspire is a national Indigenous registered charity that invests in the education of Indigenous people for the long-term benefit of these individuals, their families and communities, and Canada.
Women's College Hospital Foundation
Grant in 2022
Women's College Hospital Foundation is fully accredited under Imagine Canada’s Standards Program. The Standards Program awards accreditation to charities and nonprofits that demonstrate excellence in five areas of operations: board governance, financial accountability, fundraising, staff management, and volunteer involvement.
Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC)
Grant in 2022
The Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC) is a not-for-profit organization focused on enhancing Canada's position in the digital economy. It conducts research and develops solutions aimed at empowering Canadians to leverage digital opportunities. ICTC specializes in providing evidence-based policy advice, comprehensive data analysis, and forward-looking research that informs decision-making. The organization also creates monthly infographics and annual reviews to present insights into the digital landscape. Additionally, ICTC manages talent programs and promotes education and employment enhancement to cultivate a skilled workforce that can thrive in a competitive global market. Through these initiatives, ICTC aims to strengthen Canada's digital advantage and support clients in navigating both national and international digital opportunities.
Community Foundations of Canada
Grant in 2022
Community Foundations of Canada is an Ottawa-based organization established in 1992 that focuses on connecting community foundations, individuals, and partners to foster a more just and sustainable future. It aims to bring about positive change in communities across Canada by promoting collaboration and supporting local initiatives. The foundation's mission centers on creating opportunities for communities to thrive, transcending traditional approaches and addressing contemporary challenges. Through its dedicated efforts, Community Foundations of Canada plays a vital role in facilitating resources and networks that empower local organizations and drive impactful initiatives nationwide.
Plenty Inc., established in 2014 and based in South San Francisco, specializes in vertical farming. The company cultivates a variety of fresh produce using proprietary systems that combine engineering, software, and crop science. Plenty's innovative approach reduces water usage and eliminates the need for pesticides or GMOs, resulting in sustainable, year-round harvests. Its mission is to provide clean, nutritious food while minimizing environmental impact.
United Cajun Navy
Grant in 2021
United Cajun Navy is a nonprofit organization with the help of staff and volunteers. They offer support for children's needs. They provide relief efforts through fundraisers, community building events, and in-depth training sessions for their volunteers. They provided holiday meals, toys, and medical supplies.
Ninjacart
Series D in 2021
Ninjacart is an online business-to-business platform that connects farmers, manufacturers, and brands directly to retailers, streamlining the fresh produce supply chain in India. Founded in July 2015 and headquartered in Bengaluru, the company enables the distribution of fruits and vegetables to retailers and restaurants through a lean and efficient supply chain. By leveraging data science and infrastructure, Ninjacart allows businesses to source fresh farm produce directly from farmers, facilitating quicker and more cost-effective transactions. The platform also enables retailers to communicate with local managers to address specific store needs, thereby enhancing the overall efficiency of the agricultural marketing process.
Dwelo, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in smart home automation for multifamily properties. Founded in 2014 and based in Provo, Utah, Dwelo offers a comprehensive platform that connects various electronic devices, including lighting, locks, thermostats, and appliances, enabling users to automate, monitor, and control these systems remotely. The platform is designed to enhance the living experience for residents while improving operational efficiency for property owners and managers. By providing tools for remote access and monitoring, Dwelo helps prevent equipment malfunctions and allows for streamlined management of property amenities. This innovative approach positions Dwelo as a leading solution in the multifamily industry, making it easier for property managers to enhance tenant satisfaction and optimize their operational costs.
Level Home
Series C in 2021
Level Home Inc. is a technology company focused on home automation, specializing in the development and manufacturing of smart door locks. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, the company offers the Level Lock, which is installed inside the door and allows users to lock and unlock their doors via a smartphone, providing real-time notifications of entry and exit. In addition, Level Home provides the Level App, which tracks all activity and enables guests to access homes, further enhancing security and convenience. The company's locks feature automatic locking and unlocking capabilities and allow users to create and share temporary guest passes, making homes more secure and easily accessible. The team at Level Home is composed of experienced professionals from leading technology firms, reflecting the company's commitment to innovation and enhancing everyday living through advanced technology.
Botmock
Acquisition in 2021
Botmock is a design and prototyping tool based in Ottawa, Canada, that specializes in creating conversational experiences across various messaging channels. Launched in 2019, the company provides a codeless platform that enables teams to design, edit, and manage chatbots without requiring programming skills. Users can prototype, test, and ideate customer experiences for platforms such as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Facebook Messenger, and SMS. With a user-friendly WYSIWYG editing interface, Botmock allows for collaborative work, enabling teams and stakeholders to provide feedback in a centralized location. This approach facilitates the rapid development of customized chatbots, enhancing interaction and engagement for enterprises.
PhonePe
Corporate Round in 2021
PhonePe is a mobile payments application that enables users to transfer money instantly using just their mobile number. The platform is built on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and incorporates a digital wallet, making digital payments simple and secure. PhonePe aims to eliminate the need for cash and cards by providing a universally accepted payment solution, thereby enhancing the overall commerce experience for both customers and businesses. Its focus is on facilitating seamless transactions in the digital payment landscape.
Flipkart
Private Equity Round in 2021
Flipkart, established in 2007, is a leading Indian e-commerce marketplace headquartered in Bengaluru. It offers a vast array of products, spanning over 70 categories and 30 million items, including electronics, home appliances, fashion, and health care. With a workforce of 33,000 and 75 million registered users, Flipkart facilitates over 10 million daily visits and delivers approximately 8 million shipments monthly. Founded by Binny and Sachin Bansal, the company was acquired by Walmart in 2018. Flipkart Ventures, its venture arm, invests in seed to series B-stage companies.
DroneUp
Corporate Round in 2021
DroneUp is a Chesapeake, Virginia-based technology company founded in 2016 that specializes in drone operations. It operates a pilot management platform designed to efficiently deploy qualified drone pilots and their equipment for various missions. The platform utilizes a patent-pending mobile application to track pilot certification, experience, and location, ensuring that the right pilots are alerted and matched to specific missions. This system supports real-time communication between pilots and mission commanders through secure channels, enhancing operational safety and data protection. Capable of managing over one million simultaneous missions, DroneUp provides on-demand services to commercial, government, and military clients, while prioritizing airspace safety and responsible operations.
Zeekit (a Walmart company)
Acquisition in 2021
Zeekit Online Shopping Ltd., based in New York, develops an innovative online application that enhances the shopping experience by allowing users to visualize outfits. The platform utilizes image processing and big data to enable customers to upload their own photos and virtually try on clothing while shopping online. This approach aims to transform traditional e-commerce by making it more interactive and enjoyable for users.
MeMD is an online medical consultation platform that provides convenient and affordable healthcare services on-demand. The company connects patients with licensed medical providers and therapists for video-based visits, allowing individuals to address minor medical issues and behavioral health concerns from the comfort of their own homes or offices. Consultations are conducted privately and securely, either through a mobile application or over the phone. It is important to note that MeMD does not dispense medications or function as an online pharmacy; any e-prescriptions issued must be purchased and reviewed in person at a local pharmacy. The service is designed to complement, not replace, traditional primary care physicians and annual check-ups.
Cruise
Corporate Round in 2021
Cruise is a company focused on developing advanced self-driving vehicles that aim to enhance road safety and transform the transportation experience. By producing zero-emission vehicles at a dedicated manufacturing facility, Cruise integrates sophisticated hardware and software to navigate complex and unpredictable driving environments. The company's autonomous vehicles are designed to connect people with essential places, things, and experiences, particularly in dense urban settings, thereby restoring freedom of movement while simultaneously reducing carbon emissions and transit times.
Rakuten Group
Post in 2021
Rakuten Group, established in 1997, is a global leader in internet services, operating in over 30 countries. The company offers a wide range of digital services, including e-commerce, telecommunications, fintech, advertising, and artificial intelligence. Its core business is e-commerce, with platforms like Rakuten Ichiba, an internet shopping mall, and Rakuten Travel, an online travel reservation service. Rakuten's fintech services include Rakuten Card, Rakuten Bank, and Rakuten Securities. The company also operates as a mobile network operator in Japan. Rakuten Group's venture capital arm, Rakuten Capital, invests in early to growth-stage companies globally, focusing on e-commerce, mobile services, travel, digital content, and fintech. The company's mission is to "empower people and society" through the internet and become the world's leading internet services company.
Thunder Industries
Acquisition in 2021
Thunder is a technology company that focuses on streamlining the advertising process through its Creative Management Platform. This platform enables advertisers to efficiently create, scale, and manage ad creatives across multiple devices and formats, including display, video, and native ads. By reducing creative friction, Thunder allows brands, media companies, and agencies to produce advertisements more rapidly and effectively. The platform features a user-friendly interface that caters to a range of users, from general marketers to advanced designers, providing tools for testing and targeting creatives to specific audiences across various channels. Thunder serves over 100 notable clients, including InterContinental Hotels Group, Time Warner Cable, Charter Communications, and Hearst, enhancing their advertising capabilities and reach.
My Pantry Express
Grant in 2021
My Pantry Express is an online food pantry. My Pantry Express offers private, online food shopping for neighbors in need with local pickup at convenient times and locations.
PhonePe
Corporate Round in 2020
PhonePe is a mobile payments application that enables users to transfer money instantly using just their mobile number. The platform is built on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and incorporates a digital wallet, making digital payments simple and secure. PhonePe aims to eliminate the need for cash and cards by providing a universally accepted payment solution, thereby enhancing the overall commerce experience for both customers and businesses. Its focus is on facilitating seamless transactions in the digital payment landscape.
JoyRun
Acquisition in 2020
JoyRun, Inc. is a peer-to-peer food and drink delivery platform founded in 2015 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California. The company fosters community engagement by enabling users to create and join group delivery requests, facilitating social and cost-effective local transactions. Users, referred to as "JoyRunners," earn compensation for fulfilling these delivery requests while enhancing their social standing within the community. JoyRun not only provides a means for individuals to connect over shared delivery needs but also supports local businesses by tapping into existing demand, increasing brand recognition, and driving revenue growth. Initially focused on college campuses, JoyRun aims to expand its presence into offices and neighborhoods worldwide.
Ninjacart
Corporate Round in 2020
Ninjacart is an online business-to-business platform that connects farmers, manufacturers, and brands directly to retailers, streamlining the fresh produce supply chain in India. Founded in July 2015 and headquartered in Bengaluru, the company enables the distribution of fruits and vegetables to retailers and restaurants through a lean and efficient supply chain. By leveraging data science and infrastructure, Ninjacart allows businesses to source fresh farm produce directly from farmers, facilitating quicker and more cost-effective transactions. The platform also enables retailers to communicate with local managers to address specific store needs, thereby enhancing the overall efficiency of the agricultural marketing process.
Flipkart
Corporate Round in 2020
Flipkart, established in 2007, is a leading Indian e-commerce marketplace headquartered in Bengaluru. It offers a vast array of products, spanning over 70 categories and 30 million items, including electronics, home appliances, fashion, and health care. With a workforce of 33,000 and 75 million registered users, Flipkart facilitates over 10 million daily visits and delivers approximately 8 million shipments monthly. Founded by Binny and Sachin Bansal, the company was acquired by Walmart in 2018. Flipkart Ventures, its venture arm, invests in seed to series B-stage companies.
CareZone
Acquisition in 2020
CareZone is a healthcare platform focused on simplifying personal healthcare management and enhancing coordination among family members and caregivers. The company offers a solution that automates prescription refill reminders, appointment tracking, and provides controlled access to health information, allowing users to manage their healthcare needs efficiently. By centralizing these services in a single interface, CareZone enables individuals to better organize their health management and facilitate communication with those involved in their care.
Dada Group is a leading platform of local on-demand retail and delivery in China. It operates JDDJ, one of China's largest local on-demand retail platforms for retailers and brand owners, and Dada Now, a leading local on-demand delivery platform open to merchants and individual senders across various industries and product categories. The Company's two platforms are inter-connected and mutually beneficial. The Dada Now platform enables improved delivery experience for participants on the JDDJ platform through its readily accessible fulfillment solutions and strong on-demand delivery infrastructure. Meanwhile, the vast volume of on-demand delivery orders from the JDDJ platform increases order volume and density for the Dada Now platform. In June 2020, Dada Group began trading on the Nasdaq Global Market, under the ticker symbol "DADA".
Ninjacart
Series C in 2019
Ninjacart is an online business-to-business platform that connects farmers, manufacturers, and brands directly to retailers, streamlining the fresh produce supply chain in India. Founded in July 2015 and headquartered in Bengaluru, the company enables the distribution of fruits and vegetables to retailers and restaurants through a lean and efficient supply chain. By leveraging data science and infrastructure, Ninjacart allows businesses to source fresh farm produce directly from farmers, facilitating quicker and more cost-effective transactions. The platform also enables retailers to communicate with local managers to address specific store needs, thereby enhancing the overall efficiency of the agricultural marketing process.
Level Home
Corporate Round in 2019
Level Home Inc. is a technology company focused on home automation, specializing in the development and manufacturing of smart door locks. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, the company offers the Level Lock, which is installed inside the door and allows users to lock and unlock their doors via a smartphone, providing real-time notifications of entry and exit. In addition, Level Home provides the Level App, which tracks all activity and enables guests to access homes, further enhancing security and convenience. The company's locks feature automatic locking and unlocking capabilities and allow users to create and share temporary guest passes, making homes more secure and easily accessible. The team at Level Home is composed of experienced professionals from leading technology firms, reflecting the company's commitment to innovation and enhancing everyday living through advanced technology.
Digital Green
Grant in 2019
Digital Green is an international development organization focused on empowering smallholder farmers to escape poverty through innovative digital solutions. The company leverages information and communication technology to enhance the effectiveness of development efforts by fostering community engagement and participation. Its unique platform enables villagers, particularly women in remote areas, to create videos showcasing good agricultural practices. This grassroots approach not only improves the credibility of the information shared but also enhances the overall cost-effectiveness of existing agricultural extension services. By combining technology with social organization, Digital Green aims to drive sustained social change and improve the livelihoods of farming communities worldwide.
TechnoServe is a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing business solutions aimed at alleviating poverty by connecting individuals to essential resources such as information, capital, and markets. Established over four decades ago, TechnoServe operates on the belief that hardworking individuals in impoverished areas can create income, jobs, and wealth for their families and communities when given the right opportunities. The organization focuses on promoting competitive farms, businesses, and industries, leveraging private enterprise as a transformative force in people's lives. Through its initiatives, TechnoServe strives to empower communities and foster sustainable economic growth.
Operation Food Search
Grant in 2019
Operation Food Search is a St. Louis-based non-profit organization dedicated to ending hunger in the greater St. Louis metropolitan area. Established in 1981, we are the largest distributor of free food in the bi-state region. They distribute more than 3 million dollars worth of food and household essentials to 330 community partner agencies, which in turn feeds 200,000 people in need each month – nearly one-third of whom are children.
We live in a world of plenty, yet millions of people find themselves in critical need every day, creating a vast need gap. At Good360, we are on a mission to close that gap. When we close the gap, we open opportunity: for donors and nonprofits to better serve their communities, for communities to become more resilient and for us all to create less waste. But most of all, we help people to reach their boundless potential. It’s about more than just goods: from children’s toys to personal care items, home goods to mattresses, every item donated helps change a life and open opportunity. Good360 helps fulfill the growing needs of our network of nonprofits by getting the right goods to the right people at the right time. We help companies achieve sustainability and zero-waste goals by extending the useful life of products, keeping millions of pounds of goods out of landfills each year. Good360 is the link between organizations with so much to give and communities in critical need, closing that gap and opening up new opportunities for all.
Polymorph
Acquisition in 2019
Polymorph is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, specializing in monetization infrastructure for modern enterprises. Founded in 2013, Polymorph offers a white-label software-as-a-service platform designed for publishers to optimize revenue while enhancing user experiences. The platform provides a comprehensive ad serving stack, yield optimization tools, and APIs, enabling flexible access to demand through both server-side and self-serve workflows. By facilitating the integration of visually appealing advertisements that blend seamlessly with content, Polymorph empowers publishers and media companies to effectively manage non-standard advertising placements across digital channels. The company's customizable and developer-friendly solutions cater to the specific needs of enterprises looking to monetize their digital assets through advertising.
Girls Who Code
Grant in 2019
Together with leading educators, engineers, and entrepreneurs, Girls Who Code has developed a new model for computer science education, pairing intensive instruction in robotics, web design, and mobile development with high-touch mentorship and exposure led by the industry’s top female engineers and entrepreneurs. In its inaugural program, Girls Who Code empowered young women from New York City’s five boroughs and will launch programs in New York, Detroit, San Francisco, and San Jose in 2013.
Aspectiva
Acquisition in 2019
Aspectiva Ltd. is a technology company based in Jerusalem, Israel, founded in 2013. The company specializes in analyzing and visualizing user-generated content, specifically consumer reviews and opinions, to provide actionable insights for online shoppers. Its advanced artificial intelligence solution utilizes natural language processing to sift through vast amounts of product reviews, generating scores for various product aspects and creating an overview of crowd opinions. This technology enhances the shopping experience by helping consumers identify products that best match their individual needs, ultimately boosting engagement and confidence in purchasing decisions. Aspectiva operates as a subsidiary of Walmart Inc. as of February 2019.
Art.com
Acquisition in 2018
Art.com is an online platform specializing in the sale of wall art and decorative items, founded in 1998 and headquartered in San Bruno, California. The company offers a diverse range of products, including high-quality wall art, limited-edition prints, hand-painted originals, and home accessories. It serves a wide array of customers, including retail partners, museums, hotels, and interior designers, providing them with innovative art solutions to enhance their spaces. Art.com aims to facilitate exploration and expression through art, catering to individuals seeking to personalize their environments.
WalMart India
Venture Round in 2018
Wal-Mart India Private Limited is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Walmart Stores Inc. owns and operates 28 B2B Modern Wholesale Stores under the brand name of `Best Price’. The company also operates 2 Fulfillment Centres in India. The Best Price stores offer competitive prices with unmatched convenience, choice, quality, and hygiene. The mission of Best Price is "Enabling businesses to prosper…every single member”. To enter and purchase from Best Price stores, it is mandatory to become a member. Members can belong to different business categories such as Resellers (Kirana Store owners); Offices and Institutions; and Hotels, Restaurants, and Caterers. Members get the benefits of a wide range of product assortment to suit their needs at competitive, consistent, and transparent prices, great shopping experience, and convenient payment and delivery solutions. The price structure allows profitability to the members and also allows them to pass on the price savings to the end-customers, thereby helping them to save money and live better. The assortment, service, and store layout are customized to the specific needs of members who can walk into a Best Price store and source high-quality products in quantities they need and at the time they require.
FreshMart
Series B in 2018
Shidexian is a food company based in China.
Bare Necessities
Acquisition in 2018
Bare Necessities is an online retailer specializing in eco-friendly and zero-waste products, including home care, lifestyle items, and corporate gifting. The company aims to make conscious consumption accessible by offering PETA-certified, handcrafted products made from ethically sourced and non-polluting natural ingredients. In addition to its focus on sustainability, Bare Necessities also provides a range of women's branded and designer intimate apparel, emphasizing the importance of comfort and confidence in women's lives. By promoting quality and innovative waterless formats, Bare Necessities seeks to revolutionize the fast-moving consumer goods industry while helping customers reduce their environmental impact.
Eloquii
Acquisition in 2018
Eloquii Design, Inc. specializes in designing and selling fashion apparel for women, particularly in plus sizes ranging from 14 to 28. Founded in 2012, the company offers a wide array of products, including dresses, tops, pants, skirts, and accessories such as shoes and jewelry. Eloquii operates primarily through its online platform, providing trendy and fast-fashion options to customers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia. In addition to its e-commerce presence, the company has a physical store located in Atlanta, Georgia. With headquarters in both New York and Columbus, Ohio, Eloquii aims to deliver contemporary styles while also engaging customers with unique content through its blog and curated catalog. As of late 2018, Eloquii operates as a subsidiary of Walmart Inc.
Dada Group
Corporate Round in 2018
Dada Group is a leading platform of local on-demand retail and delivery in China. It operates JDDJ, one of China's largest local on-demand retail platforms for retailers and brand owners, and Dada Now, a leading local on-demand delivery platform open to merchants and individual senders across various industries and product categories. The Company's two platforms are inter-connected and mutually beneficial. The Dada Now platform enables improved delivery experience for participants on the JDDJ platform through its readily accessible fulfillment solutions and strong on-demand delivery infrastructure. Meanwhile, the vast volume of on-demand delivery orders from the JDDJ platform increases order volume and density for the Dada Now platform. In June 2020, Dada Group began trading on the Nasdaq Global Market, under the ticker symbol "DADA".
Flipkart
Acquisition in 2018
Flipkart, established in 2007, is a leading Indian e-commerce marketplace headquartered in Bengaluru. It offers a vast array of products, spanning over 70 categories and 30 million items, including electronics, home appliances, fashion, and health care. With a workforce of 33,000 and 75 million registered users, Flipkart facilitates over 10 million daily visits and delivers approximately 8 million shipments monthly. Founded by Binny and Sachin Bansal, the company was acquired by Walmart in 2018. Flipkart Ventures, its venture arm, invests in seed to series B-stage companies.
Eko is a media and technology company pioneering a new medium in which stories told in live action video are shaped by viewers as they unfold. The company provides a platform for the creation and delivery of interactive video entertainment and partners with media companies, independent creators, and top brands to create experiences for highly-engaged, digitally native audiences. The company's serialized shows are distributed through eko.com, affiliate partners, and social networks; available on desktop, mobile, connected devices, and VR. Eko Studio, which includes the company's authoring tools, is also home to a large and growing community of creators who are crafting their own interactive experiences with Eko's medium. Eko provides top-quality interactive entertainment and also offers unique opportunities for brands to connect with highly-engaged audiences. Eko investors include Walmart, Innovation Endeavors, Intel Capital, Marker, MGM, NEA, Samsung, Sequoia Capital, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and WPP. The company is based in New York with an office in Tel Aviv.
Responsible Business Alliance (RBA)
Grant in 2018
The work of the Responsible Business Alliance Foundation to make a positive, lasting impact in the labor market in Malaysia supports their overarching goal of advancing dignity in work across global supply chains.The RBA has worked over the past decade to promote responsible sourcing practices in global electronics supply chains, offering a social audit standard, training and resources to improve social accountability. RBA’s research indicates that labor agent ethical maturity and the education and empowerment of migrant workers in Malaysia are critical leverage points to address along the recruitment journey to reduce worker exploitation. In addition to setting and holding members accountable to core standards and providing training and assessment tools, it regularly engages in dialogue and collaborations with workers, governments, civil society, investors, and academia to gather the necessary range of perspectives and expertise to support and drive its members. Currently the Electronic Industry Citizenship Coalition is comprised of nearly 100 electronics companies with combined annual revenue of nearly $2.6 trillion, directly employing over 5.5 million people The Electronic Industry Citizenship Coalition was founded in 2004 and is based in Alexandria, Virginia.
Wim Yogurt
Acquisition in 2018
Wim Yogurt Inc., established in 2014 and headquartered in Long Island City, New York, specializes in manufacturing a unique appliance designed for home use. This appliance enables users to create fresh bowls of frozen yogurt at home, promoting a healthier lifestyle by allowing consumers to control ingredients and flavors. The company's mission is to bring modern cooking appliances into homes, fostering healthier eating habits.
Agribusiness Systems International
Grant in 2017
Created in 1993, ASI draws on ACDI/VOCA’s experience conducting market systems analysis and driving agribusiness development that equips people to build healthy families, resilient communities, and flourishing societies. Through our on-the-ground knowledge and strong networks, we build reliable, efficient supply chains that enable companies to sustainably source their agricultural products to improve the livelihoods of enterprising producers.
Parcel
Acquisition in 2017
Parcel Inc., established in 2014 and headquartered in NYC, specializes in last-mile delivery logistics for e-commerce retailers. Powered by proprietary technology and an all-employee workforce, the company offers services such as same-day, evening, and weekend deliveries along with real-time tracking and custom notifications. Parcel differentiates itself through exceptional service and visibility, working with online retailers to enhance their customer experience. Acquired by Walmart in 2017, Parcel continues to operate as a subsidiary, focusing on efficient urban package delivery.
Cornershop
Acquisition in 2017
Cornershop is an on-demand grocery delivery service that caters to the Latin American market, having been founded in 2015 in both Santiago, Chile, and Mexico City. The company operates in eight countries across the Americas, allowing customers to order groceries from various local stores through its online platform. This service facilitates the convenient delivery of daily essentials directly to customers' doorsteps. In July 2020, a majority stake in Cornershop was acquired by Uber, which provided significant financial resources to enhance its operations and improve service offerings. Notably, Cornershop Mexico operates independently as it awaits regulatory approval from the Mexican antitrust authorities.
United Way of Greater Rochester
Grant in 2017
United Way of Greater Rochester has been dedicated to supporting the local community for nearly a century. Its mission focuses on addressing critical challenges faced by individuals in need through strategic investments in essential services and collaborative efforts to develop effective solutions. The organization aims to foster a community where diverse entities and individuals unite their strengths to promote lasting change and enhance the overall well-being of the region. Through its initiatives, United Way seeks to advance the common good and improve the quality of life for all residents in the Greater Rochester area.
Bonobos
Acquisition in 2017
Bonobos, Inc. is a men's clothing brand that specializes in offering a wide range of apparel, including pants, shorts, shirts, suits, sweaters, outerwear, shoes, and various accessories. Founded in 2007, Bonobos initially launched online with a focus on better-fitting men's pants and has since become the largest online apparel brand in the United States. The company emphasizes an excellent customer experience, providing personalized service through its Guideshops, which allow customers to try on clothing before purchasing. Bonobos has expanded its reach by partnering with retailers such as Nordstrom to offer its products in select stores and online. The brand is committed to delivering a well-targeted promise of superior fit and innovative shopping experiences, and it has received recognition for its quality and workplace culture. Headquartered in New York, Bonobos also has a physical presence in Seattle.
Moosejaw
Acquisition in 2017
Moosejaw, LLC is a retailer specializing in outdoor apparel and equipment for men, women, and children. Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Madison Heights, Michigan, the company offers a wide range of products including jackets, clothing, footwear, and accessories, catering to various activities such as hiking, climbing, and camping. Its product lineup features items like tents, sleeping bags, hiking clothing, and gear for water sports and snow activities. Moosejaw operates both retail locations in states such as Michigan, Illinois, Missouri, and Colorado, as well as an online store, allowing it to reach a broader customer base. The company was previously known as Moosejaw Mountaineering and Backcountry Travel, Inc. and is now a subsidiary of Wal-Mart.com USA, LLC.
Shoes.com
Acquisition in 2017
Shoes.com is an online marketplace specializing in retail shoes and related accessories, offering a wide selection of products including shoes, purses, wallets, bags, and clothing for various demographics, including women, men, boys, girls, and babies. Founded in 2000 as Shoebuy.com in Boston, Massachusetts, the company was a pioneer in the online shoe retail space and has since served millions of customers with diverse preferences. Shoes.com features over one million styles from more than 800 top brands, ensuring a seamless shopping experience across devices. In 2016, the company was acquired by Jet.com, which is part of the Walmart US eCommerce division, further enhancing its capabilities to provide a superior shoe-shopping experience. In addition to its online presence, Shoes.com also operates physical stores in Vancouver and Toronto.
Dada Group
Funding Round in 2016
Dada Group is a leading platform of local on-demand retail and delivery in China. It operates JDDJ, one of China's largest local on-demand retail platforms for retailers and brand owners, and Dada Now, a leading local on-demand delivery platform open to merchants and individual senders across various industries and product categories. The Company's two platforms are inter-connected and mutually beneficial. The Dada Now platform enables improved delivery experience for participants on the JDDJ platform through its readily accessible fulfillment solutions and strong on-demand delivery infrastructure. Meanwhile, the vast volume of on-demand delivery orders from the JDDJ platform increases order volume and density for the Dada Now platform. In June 2020, Dada Group began trading on the Nasdaq Global Market, under the ticker symbol "DADA".
Jet is an e-commerce shopping platform that enables users to shop online from a diverse array of retailers. Founded in April 2014 by Mark Lore, Mike Hanrahan, and Nate Faust, the company is headquartered in Hoboken, New Jersey. Jet offers a wide selection of products across various categories, including household goods, health and beauty, groceries, electronics, clothing, and more. The platform is designed to provide a user-friendly shopping experience, allowing customers to purchase items conveniently, including options for cash on delivery. Since September 2016, Jet has operated as a subsidiary of Wal-Mart Stores, enhancing its reach within the competitive online retail market.
Yihaodian
Acquisition in 2015
Yihaodian is a B2C e-commerce company based in China, established in 2008. It offers over 180,000 products through its online platform, with a focus on grocery items, electronics, apparel, and daily essentials. Yihaodian operates logistics centers in major cities including Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Wuhan, and Chengdu, along with delivery stations in 34 cities across China. The company employs over 2,000 people and maintains large distribution networks in Shanghai, Beijing, and Guangzhou to serve its expanding customer base. Yihaodian has also innovated with "virtual stores," which use images of stocked grocery shelves in public areas, allowing passers-by to scan codes with mobile devices to purchase groceries online. The company has been recognized for its rapid growth and innovation, earning top rankings from Deloitte Technology Fast 500 Asia Pacific and China Entrepreneur Magazine's Future Stars of China Enterprises in 2011.
Triad Workforce Solutions Collaborative
Grant in 2015
Triad Workforce Solutions Collaborative is a growing Funders Collaborative based in Greensboro, NC with the goals of facilitating career advancement for workers and developing a more skilled and stable workforce for employers. This Collaborative emerged from the Greensboro Works Task Force – a group of business, community, and nonprofit leaders convened by The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro and United Way of Greater Greensboro. The Task Force’s primary goal was to help the community develop a cooperative, informed and shared vision for the long-term economic success of our residents. The recommendations from the Task Force included:
Reclip.It
Acquisition in 2013
Reclip.It is a personalized shopping list app that helps people save money by matching list items with digital coupons and weekly ads from top retail stores like Walmart, Macy's, Walgreens, Target, BestBuy, Home Depot, CVS, etc. In 2012, Reclip.It was selected by Instyle Magazine as "Best of the Web" and previously received funding from 500Startups, Great Oaks VC and angel investors in Silicon Valley and NYC. In 2013, the Reclip.It team joined Walmart Labs to continue their work to help tens of millions of people "save more money and live better" by combining advanced personalization technology with big data to develop new, differentiated experiences for the savvy shopper on walmart.com.
JD.com, Inc., based in Beijing, is a leading e-commerce company in China, operating through its subsidiaries. It offers a wide array of products, from electronics and apparel to food and healthcare items, through its website and mobile apps. JD.com is notable for its extensive logistics network, JD Logistics, which provides efficient and reliable delivery services. The company also operates JD Health, a prominent online healthcare platform offering pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, and online consultations. JD.com's unique selling proposition lies in its self-operated logistics network, ensuring speedy and reliable delivery, and its commitment to providing authentic products. As of 2022, JD.com's gross merchandise volume (GMV) was comparable to Pinduoduo's, but still lower than Alibaba's.
Massmart Holdings
Acquisition in 2010
Massmart Holdings Limited is a South African-based retail and wholesale distributor that operates a diverse portfolio of stores across four main divisions: Massdiscounters, Masswarehouse, Massbuild, and Masscash. The Massdiscounters division features discount retail stores, including Game and DionWired, offering a range of general merchandise, groceries, fresh food, and liquor, with 166 locations in several African countries. The Masswarehouse division operates 21 warehouse stores under the Makro and The Fruitspot brands, providing food, liquor, and general merchandise. Massbuild oversees 108 DIY and home improvement stores under various brands, while Masscash focuses on wholesale distribution and retail of food and household products through brands like Cambridge Food and Rhino, operating 128 outlets. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Sandton, South Africa, Massmart is recognized as the second-largest distributor of consumer goods in Africa and serves customers across 13 sub-Saharan African countries.
VUDU, Inc. is a digital entertainment company that specializes in delivering Internet-based streaming services for movies and television shows. The company operates an online platform that provides a vast library of content accessible through various devices, including HDTVs, Blu-ray players, and gaming consoles, allowing users to enjoy their favorite shows without the need for subscriptions or contracts. VUDU offers a range of products, including the VUDU Box and VUDU XL, which facilitate access to its streaming services, as well as accessories like replacement remotes and power supplies. The company collaborates with movie studios, independent filmmakers, and distributors to curate its offerings, making its services available through authorized installers and online channels. Formerly known as Marquee, Inc., VUDU continues to innovate in the digital entertainment space.
Distribucion y Servicio
Acquisition in 2009
Distribución y Servicio D&S S.A., Chile's leading food retailer.
Seiyu is a prominent supermarket chain operating across Japan, from Hokkaido to Kyushu. It provides customers with a diverse range of products, including fresh food, groceries, clothing, and household supplies. Seiyu focuses on delivering high-quality products at competitive prices, ensuring convenience for its customers. Leveraging Wal-Mart Stores Inc.'s global network and resources, Seiyu aims to tailor its offerings to Japanese customer preferences while maintaining sustainability practices and product safety standards.
Bompreço
Acquisition in 2004
Bompreço is the leading supermarket and hypermarket chain in Brazil's Northeast region, operating across nine states. The company features various retail formats, including Hiper Bompreco hypermarkets, which range in size from 4,000 to 12,500 square meters and offer approximately 45,000 product lines, including clothing and electronics. Additionally, Bompreço operates supermarkets with sales areas of up to 3,200 square meters that provide around 10,000 product lines, as well as mini-markets and discount stores known as Balaio. The chain is committed to enhancing the shopping experience by offering a wide selection of branded commodities at competitive prices.
RetailersMarketXchange
Series A in 2000
B2B Ecommerce Enterprise Platform with Fortune 500 Clients
Asda operates a supermarket chain in the United Kingdom, providing a wide range of products that include groceries, food items, drinks, clothing, health and beauty products, household goods, and electronics. The company, which was founded in 1949 and was originally known as Associated Dairies and Farm Stores Limited, adopted the name Asda in 1965. With its headquarters in Leeds, Asda serves customers through various locations across the UK, including cities like Soham, Uttoxeter, Swinton, and Telford. In addition to its physical stores, Asda also offers online shopping, allowing consumers to purchase both durable and non-durable goods conveniently. Asda operates as a subsidiary of ASDA Group Limited.