Gaingels

Gaingels is a venture investment syndicate founded in 2014 and based in Burlington, Vermont, dedicated to supporting the LGBT+ community and its allies. The organization invests in companies led by LGBT+ founders and executives at all stages of development, as well as in established firms committed to enhancing their diversity and inclusivity. With a global portfolio comprising over 130 companies and $70 million in investment capital deployed, Gaingels plays a vital role in fostering an inclusive business environment. Additionally, the Gaingels network actively assists its portfolio companies in identifying and recruiting diverse talent for their leadership teams, while cultivating a vibrant community of industry leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs committed to driving positive social change through business initiatives.

Marc Baum

Investor

Jesse Curran

Principal

Ashley Flucas

Venture Partner

Rachael Foo

Investor

Todd Havill

Research Operations and Principal, Investment

Surya Jayaweera

Angel Investor

Jennifer Jeronimo

CEO and General Partner

Chris Leiter

Venture Partner and Investor

Jake Prigoff

General Partner

Alexandra Tanner

Investor

Past deals in Elderly

Grayce

Series A in 2024
Grayce, Inc. is a health care agency based in San Francisco that specializes in providing personalized support for families and employees managing the care of aging adults and children. Established in 2019, Grayce offers a comprehensive range of services, including assistance with insurance, finances, legal plans, medical care, home care, housing, and daily needs. The company emphasizes individualized guidance, ensuring that each member receives dedicated support from a social worker who helps manage their overall care. This includes planning, resource identification, care coordination, and advocacy, empowering family caregivers to effectively navigate the complexities of caring for their loved ones.

Vermut

Venture Round in 2022
Vermut is a social prescription platform aimed at combating loneliness among older adults aged 55 and above by fostering meaningful real-life connections. Unlike traditional aging solutions that often emphasize dependency, Vermut empowers users to create, join, and lead community activities, promoting social engagement and reducing feelings of isolation—a risk factor comparable to smoking. The platform emphasizes accessibility, ensuring ease of use for those unfamiliar with smartphones. Users can discover local events, connect with like-minded individuals, and initiate interest-based groups, such as hiking or book clubs. With over 100,000 users in Spain and a strong focus on user engagement, Vermut demonstrates the effectiveness of social connections in enhancing mental and physical well-being while lowering healthcare costs. As it expands into the U.S. market, Vermut is collaborating with healthcare providers, employers, and community organizations to integrate social engagement into wellness initiatives, thereby transforming the experience of aging in the modern world.

Sagewell Financial

Seed Round in 2022
Sagewell Financial is a company focused on transforming the financial landscape for older adults. It offers a financial platform designed to enhance security for this demographic, enabling users to construct their own retirement paychecks and access free checking services. Additionally, Sagewell Financial provides personalized support through retirement success advocates, who guide clients in making informed financial decisions for retirement. With a team of professionals from technology, insurance, and financial services backgrounds, Sagewell Financial aims to empower older individuals in managing their financial futures effectively.

Silvertree

Seed Round in 2021
Silvertree is focused on creating innovative wearable technology that caters to the needs of the aging population. The company designs stylish, wrist-worn devices aimed at enhancing safety and fostering connections among active older adults and their families. With a commitment to promoting dignity and independence, Silvertree targets the growing demographic of Americans aged sixty-five and older, which currently numbers around fifty-five million. By prioritizing both functionality and aesthetics, Silvertree positions itself as a leading consumer brand dedicated to the vitality and independence of older individuals.

Silver Bills

Seed Round in 2021
Silver Bills is a developer of bill paying technology intended to take over the burden of paying bills for seniors. The company's technology receives clients' bills electronically, scrutinizes and pays them, employs technology-based secure systems to alleviate the hassles of daily money management and charges an economical, flat monthly fee, enabling elderly Americans and their families live in their homes without the stress and anxiety that often accompanies paying bills.

ConnectCareHero

Pre Seed Round in 2021
ConnectCareHero operates a digital community platform aimed at enhancing social engagement among older adults. The platform focuses on managing activities and providing culturally relevant content to help organizations connect with seniors and promote a sense of community. By curating entertainment options and facilitating social interactions, ConnectCareHero addresses the issue of social isolation among senior citizens, supporting their overall health and well-being. The company's mission is to empower older adults to remain socially active, thereby improving their quality of life and health outcomes.
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