Citi Foundation
Citi Foundation, established in 2020, is a New York-based venture capital firm that invests in U.S.-based private sector companies addressing societal challenges. Through its $500 million Impact Fund, it makes equity investments, typically co-investing with other venture capital firms, in companies demonstrating proof of concept and potential for scale. The Foundation focuses on four verticals: the future of work, climate resilience, financial inclusion, and social infrastructure. It prioritizes investing in businesses led or owned by women and minorities, aiming to bridge gender and race gaps in the VC-funded startup world. Additionally, it has committed $50 million to the Black Entrepreneurs Investment Initiative, supporting tech-enabled ventures led by black founders to reduce the racial wealth gap.
Past deals in Self-improvement
Epic Collective
Grant in 2024
EPIC is an award-winning social enterprise that empowers ordinary people to live extraordinary lives focused on making a positive difference in their communities.
MyPath
Grant in 2024
MyPath encourages upward mobility and helps individuals from low-income families to transform income for financial and personal growth.
Guild Education
Series F in 2022
Guild Education, Inc. is an educational technology company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado. The company provides a lifelong learning platform designed for working adults, offering a range of online courses, workshops, and educational programs. These include bachelor’s and master’s degrees, high school diplomas, certificate programs, and language learning opportunities. Guild Education supports its users throughout their educational journey by utilizing a technology platform that facilitates discovery and learning, as well as a tech-enabled student advising model to enhance the overall experience. The company aims to empower adults to advance their education and career paths effectively.
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