Ulu Ventures

Beam Impact, Inc. provides an application that allows user to donate part of everyday purchases to impact social issues. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is based in New York, New York.

FreeWill is an online estate planning platform based in New York, founded in 2016 by graduate students from Stanford University. The company provides free access to legal forms and information, making estate planning more accessible and straightforward for individuals. Its services are designed to help users create wills and make charitable donations in a tax-advantaged manner, facilitating bequests and contributions to causes they care about. By offering these tools at no cost, FreeWill aims to simplify the estate planning process and support users in caring for their loved ones and philanthropic interests.

FarmRaise Inc. operates a digital fundraising platform designed to assist farmers and ranchers in accessing financial resources for on-farm improvements. Founded in 2020 and based in California, the platform connects users with various funding opportunities, including grants, loans, cost-sharing programs, and disaster relief initiatives. By providing tools for tracking cash flow and managing farm business, FarmRaise aims to enhance profitability and sustainability for agricultural operations. The platform allows farmers to register for free, match with relevant grants, and apply for federal programs, thereby facilitating their ability to secure necessary capital for growth and long-term planning.

Mon Ami, Inc. is a company based in Palo Alto, California, that connects college students with seniors who may be experiencing social isolation due to conditions such as dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson’s disease, autism, and cancer. Founded in 2018, Mon Ami offers an application that facilitates meetings between these individuals and their families, enhancing engagement and companionship. The company employs college students as "Activity Companions" who visit seniors in their homes to participate in tailored activities, including memoir-writing, art, and music, thereby fostering joy and connection. In addition to its core services, Mon Ami also develops specialized tools for aging and disability service providers, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and streamlining operational processes.

Mon Ami, Inc. is a company based in Palo Alto, California, that connects college students with seniors who may be experiencing social isolation due to conditions such as dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson’s disease, autism, and cancer. Founded in 2018, Mon Ami offers an application that facilitates meetings between these individuals and their families, enhancing engagement and companionship. The company employs college students as "Activity Companions" who visit seniors in their homes to participate in tailored activities, including memoir-writing, art, and music, thereby fostering joy and connection. In addition to its core services, Mon Ami also develops specialized tools for aging and disability service providers, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and streamlining operational processes.

Praxis, founded in 2010 and based in New York, is a non-profit venture group dedicated to supporting faith-motivated entrepreneurs who aim to create cultural and social impact. It provides resources and guidance through its Accelerator programs, which admit 12 businesses and 12 nonprofits annually, focusing on equipping decision-makers with essential knowledge, networks, and personal discipleship to build sustainable organizations. In addition to its Accelerator programs, Praxis also runs a venture studio program to foster innovative ideas. The organization collaborates with Q, a community that encourages Christians to contribute to the common good, and plans to launch Praxis Academy, a summer program aimed at training undergraduates at the intersection of faith, startups, and culture. Graduates of the Academy will have the opportunity to participate in the Future Founders program, offering summer apprenticeships with alumni from the Accelerator.

FreeWill is an online estate planning platform based in New York, founded in 2016 by graduate students from Stanford University. The company provides free access to legal forms and information, making estate planning more accessible and straightforward for individuals. Its services are designed to help users create wills and make charitable donations in a tax-advantaged manner, facilitating bequests and contributions to causes they care about. By offering these tools at no cost, FreeWill aims to simplify the estate planning process and support users in caring for their loved ones and philanthropic interests.

Provenance Blockchain, Inc. is a company that develops and manages blockchain solutions tailored for the financial services sector. Established in 2018 and based in San Francisco, it oversees the Provenance.io blockchain platform, which facilitates transactions for financial institutions. To date, over $1 billion in assets have been transacted on this platform, leading to significant cost savings of more than 130 basis points in areas such as loan origination, financing, and trading. Through its innovative use of blockchain technology, Provenance Blockchain aims to enhance operational efficiency and transparency within the financial industry.

Provenance Blockchain, Inc. is a company that develops and manages blockchain solutions tailored for the financial services sector. Established in 2018 and based in San Francisco, it oversees the Provenance.io blockchain platform, which facilitates transactions for financial institutions. To date, over $1 billion in assets have been transacted on this platform, leading to significant cost savings of more than 130 basis points in areas such as loan origination, financing, and trading. Through its innovative use of blockchain technology, Provenance Blockchain aims to enhance operational efficiency and transparency within the financial industry.

Beam Impact, Inc. provides an application that allows user to donate part of everyday purchases to impact social issues. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is based in New York, New York.

FreeWill is an online estate planning platform based in New York, founded in 2016 by graduate students from Stanford University. The company provides free access to legal forms and information, making estate planning more accessible and straightforward for individuals. Its services are designed to help users create wills and make charitable donations in a tax-advantaged manner, facilitating bequests and contributions to causes they care about. By offering these tools at no cost, FreeWill aims to simplify the estate planning process and support users in caring for their loved ones and philanthropic interests.

SIPX, Inc. is a web-based service aimed at the higher education marketplace, facilitating the management of copyrights and the delivery of digital documents. Founded in 2012 and based in Palo Alto, California, SIPX allows copyright owners to register their content, set access restrictions, and establish pricing rules. University libraries can integrate their institutional holdings, enabling professors to search for articles through a keyword system and providing students access to digital content for reading and printing. The platform also empowers content owners to monetize article requests from institutions with limited budgets and offers publishers insights into how their material is utilized in academic settings. SIPX enhances the educational experience by enabling professors to create digital reading lists while simplifying the process of legally accessing digital content. As of 2015, SIPX operates as a subsidiary of ProQuest LLC.

SIPX, Inc. is a web-based service aimed at the higher education marketplace, facilitating the management of copyrights and the delivery of digital documents. Founded in 2012 and based in Palo Alto, California, SIPX allows copyright owners to register their content, set access restrictions, and establish pricing rules. University libraries can integrate their institutional holdings, enabling professors to search for articles through a keyword system and providing students access to digital content for reading and printing. The platform also empowers content owners to monetize article requests from institutions with limited budgets and offers publishers insights into how their material is utilized in academic settings. SIPX enhances the educational experience by enabling professors to create digital reading lists while simplifying the process of legally accessing digital content. As of 2015, SIPX operates as a subsidiary of ProQuest LLC.

ProFounder Financial, Inc. is a crowdfunding platform established in 2007 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The platform facilitates entrepreneurs in raising investment capital from their personal networks, including friends, family, and community members. By leveraging these connections, ProFounder aims to provide accessible funding opportunities for individuals looking to launch or expand their businesses.