Fledge

Fledge is a venture capital and accelerator firm founded in 2012 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in Lima, Peru, and Barcelona, Spain. The firm specializes in supporting mission-driven for-profit startups that address significant global challenges such as poverty, hunger, sustainability, and inequality through innovative business models. Fledge operates a network of business accelerators worldwide, each tailored to the specific needs of local entrepreneurs and the unique problems they aim to solve. Through its ten-week program, Fledge provides seed-stage companies with investment ranging from $15,000 to $20,000 for a six percent equity stake. The firm is committed to fostering impactful startups, offering various programs including those focused on cooperative businesses and opportunities for companies looking to relocate to Canada.