DC Community Ventures

Jrink is a digitally native lifestyle and wellness company specializing in cold-pressed juices. It provides healthy, unadulterated beverages rich in vitamins and nutrients, catering to busy individuals seeking nutritious options. The company sources its produce from local farms, ensuring freshness and quality in its offerings. Juices are delivered through a subscription model, available for online home delivery, on-demand, and at seven tasting shops located in the Washington, D.C. area. Jrink prioritizes sustainability by using recyclable glass bottles and avoiding additives or concentrates, allowing consumers to enjoy a fresher taste without plastic byproducts.

LearnZillion, Inc. is an educational technology company based in Washington, District of Columbia, founded in 2011. It specializes in providing open and cloud-based curricula to schools, primarily focusing on mathematics and English. The company's platform offers a range of instructional materials, including video lessons and practice problems, which support teachers in delivering effective instruction and tracking student performance. LearnZillion's solutions are designed to cater to the specific needs of students, promoting interactive learning through task-implementation guides. Additionally, the company's services are accessible via a mobile application, enhancing the teaching and learning experience. As of January 2020, LearnZillion operates as a subsidiary of Weld North Education, LLC.

Chesapeake Bay Roasting Company, LLC, founded in 2002 and based in Crofton, Maryland, specializes in blending, roasting, branding, marketing, and distributing specialty-grade coffees. The company offers its products through various channels, including online sales, coffee shops, restaurants, participating retailers, and distributors. Committed to environmental sustainability, Chesapeake Bay Roasting Company utilizes modern roasting technologies that significantly reduce its carbon footprint. The company also supports community initiatives by allocating 2% of its sales to its H2O Initiative, which funds local organizations focused on restoring the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.

LearnZillion, Inc. is an educational technology company based in Washington, District of Columbia, founded in 2011. It specializes in providing open and cloud-based curricula to schools, primarily focusing on mathematics and English. The company's platform offers a range of instructional materials, including video lessons and practice problems, which support teachers in delivering effective instruction and tracking student performance. LearnZillion's solutions are designed to cater to the specific needs of students, promoting interactive learning through task-implementation guides. Additionally, the company's services are accessible via a mobile application, enhancing the teaching and learning experience. As of January 2020, LearnZillion operates as a subsidiary of Weld North Education, LLC.