MassChallenge is a global nonprofit startup accelerator headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 2009. It supports early-stage entrepreneurs from various industries, including technology, healthcare, and finance, by providing mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities. With locations in countries such as Israel, Mexico, Switzerland, and Texas, MassChallenge operates a non-equity model, allowing startups to retain full ownership while benefiting from expert guidance and connections. The accelerator conducts various programs tailored to specific sectors, such as MassChallenge HealthTech and MassChallenge FinTech, which facilitate partnerships between startups and established enterprises to drive innovation and market growth. Through its extensive global network, MassChallenge aims to strengthen the innovation ecosystem and empower high-potential startups to create meaningful impact.
Angry Camel is a food tech that aims to disrupt the traditional snack and beverage industry by developing snacks and drinks on the go from chickpeas.
Impacfat
Non Equity Assistance in 2024
Producer of food products intended to provide fish meat alternatives through cell cultivation. The company specializes in producing cultivated cell-based fish fat to greatly enhance the flavor, texture aroma and nutrition of alternative protein products, enabling consumers to get healthy fats such as omega-3 that protect from heart diseases.
Terra Bioindustries
Non Equity Assistance in 2024
Producer of plant-based protein intended to decarbonize supply chains by creating valuable products from underutilized waste from other industries. The company offers a sustainable plant-based protein that is produced from spent grains by transforming the unused part of the grain from beer manufacturing into functional vegan protein, enabling clients to get products that replace the need for soy and pea protein in meat and dairy replacements
Born Maverick
Non Equity Assistance in 2024
Born Maverick is a plant-based food startup founded in the UK.
Fotortec
Non Equity Assistance in 2024
Fotortec is a biotechnology company focused on sustainable protein production. It specializes in producing mushroom-based ingredients that leverage technology to convert various types of vegetable waste into fully traceable plant-based products. This innovative approach aims to provide consumers with adequate nutrition while promoting environmental sustainability. Through its processes, Fotortec contributes to reducing food waste and enhancing the availability of nutritious food options.
Econutri
Non Equity Assistance in 2024
Econutri is a company focused on sustainable protein production through the recycling of CO₂. Utilizing advanced bio-processing technology, it transforms carbon dioxide into high-quality proteins that serve a variety of markets, including livestock feed, pet food, non-food products, and human food options. By providing eco-friendly and nutritious protein alternatives, Econutri aims to make a positive environmental impact while helping to reduce the global carbon footprint.
microTERRA
Non Equity Assistance in 2024
microTERRA is focused on creating sustainable food ingredients by utilizing the unique properties of Lemna, an aquatic plant known for its ability to purify water while generating valuable functional ingredients. One of its key products, Flora, enhances sweetness perception and allows for reduced sugar content in food formulations, effectively masking undesirable flavors from high-intensity sweeteners. This innovative approach positions microTERRA within a substantial market opportunity in the food industry. As an ingredient platform, the company aims to develop additional specialty ingredients in a sustainable manner, contributing to a more environmentally friendly food supply chain.
Impasta Foods
Grant in 2023
Impasta Foods produces tasty and nutritious value-added vegetable products.
Seprify
Grant in 2023
Seprify is a manufacturer specializing in cellulose-based products aimed at promoting sustainability within various industries. The company develops plant-based cellulose white pigments and opacifier solutions designed to serve as alternatives to traditional titanium dioxide. These pigments are derived from renewable materials that are cost-effective, biocompatible, and easily processed, allowing for scalability using established industrial methods. Seprify's offerings cater to a range of sectors, including paints, inks, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food, enabling businesses to create safer and more sustainable products. By focusing on cellulose-based solutions, Seprify supports the transition toward a circular economy and encourages the adoption of environmentally friendly practices among its clients.
AllCup
Grant in 2023
AllCup specializes in the development of innovative, edible coffee cups designed to enhance sustainability in disposable products. Utilizing materials such as sweet ice cream cones, these cups are engineered to be heat- and water-resistant, allowing consumers to enjoy their beverages and then eat the cup itself. This approach not only promotes convenience but also encourages environmentally friendly practices by reducing waste associated with traditional disposable cups. AllCup aims to reshape the future of single-use items, aligning with a growing demand for sustainable solutions in everyday consumables.
Helthy
Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Helthy provides real-time recommendations to people with diabetes, assisting with shopping for groceries online.
Seprify
Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Seprify is a manufacturer specializing in cellulose-based products aimed at promoting sustainability within various industries. The company develops plant-based cellulose white pigments and opacifier solutions designed to serve as alternatives to traditional titanium dioxide. These pigments are derived from renewable materials that are cost-effective, biocompatible, and easily processed, allowing for scalability using established industrial methods. Seprify's offerings cater to a range of sectors, including paints, inks, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food, enabling businesses to create safer and more sustainable products. By focusing on cellulose-based solutions, Seprify supports the transition toward a circular economy and encourages the adoption of environmentally friendly practices among its clients.
Ajinomatrix
Seed Round in 2021
Ajinomatrix specializes in developing artificial intelligence-powered software that digitizes the sensory experiences of taste and smell, akin to fingerprints for food items. The company's technology allows for the creation of standardized files that can be exchanged over networks, facilitating interaction among consumers, tasting judge panels, and sensory sensors like electronic noses and mouths. By providing food scientists with easy-to-interpret data, Ajinomatrix aims to enhance decision-making processes in the food industry, enabling faster and more accurate evaluations of flavor profiles.
Pezzy Pets
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Pezzy Pets produces healthy high-protein, low-calorie treats made of wild Mexican devil fish for pets.
BioBQ
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
BioBQ is a cultivated meat company focused on producing slaughter-free beef brisket and other BBQ meats from cultured animal cells. Utilizing proprietary technologies, the company efficiently creates whole cuts of meat in weeks, significantly reducing the time compared to traditional cattle farming. This innovative approach not only allows for precise control of meat content and flavor but also minimizes the environmental impact associated with conventional meat production. By offering a sustainable alternative, BioBQ aims to meet the growing consumer demand for tasty and environmentally friendly meat options, ensuring that animal welfare and climate concerns are addressed.
Nature Knows
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Nature Knows is a provider of ready-to-eat, fresh fruit and vegetables packed in innovative, breathable, eco-friendly formats.
OptiProt
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
OptiProt is the startup working on a sustainable project producing and processing the food for the future based on edible insects.
Costa Rica Insect Company
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
We create healthy and sustainable solutions for the world based on insects. A very nutritive and eco friendly food source. Currently we are using about 50% of the habitable land for agriculture and the livestock industry is the major contributor to CO2 emisions, but In just 30 years the amount of food available will not be enough for the world`s population. By making healthy, and tasty products from insect powder such as flour for bread, cake mix, and even protein shakes, we are able to reduce the amount of livestock usage and also provide a sustainable and scalable solution. Our business model is based on 3 keypoints: >Mass and Standarized Production which is possible using our insect incubator (which is patent pending) >Sustainable and efficient Production since Costa Rica has the perfect weather conditions, >And our Partner Program to provide jobs and income to the poorest sectors of Costa Rican society. Our partner program is supported by BID Lab and Fundecooperación who are helping us deliver the program on a national scale. Costa Rica Insect Company and we Save the World Eating Bugs!
Jericoo Good Ethics
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Jericoo Good Ethics is a sustainable online supermarket in Mexico, delivering fresh organic products to your door, in zero-waste packaging.
Milkify
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Milkify specializes in breast milk freeze-drying services designed to help mothers address challenges related to the storage and transportation of breast milk at home and in the workplace. The company produces breast milk powder, which, similar to powdered formula, can be stored for years without refrigeration. This innovation allows nursing mothers to preserve their breast milk in a safe and convenient powder form, which can be easily reconstituted by mixing with warm purified water. Through its services, Milkify aims to provide a practical solution for mothers seeking to maintain their breastfeeding routine while managing their daily responsibilities.
Loop Closing
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Loop Closing offers a comprehensive food waste solution by replacing dumpsters and trash cans with an on-site composting system and returning the finished compost to the soil, closing the ecological loop and solving waste problems. It helps organizations regenerate soils, the environment, and communities by composting their food waste on-site. It operates in dense urban environments reducing existing pest and smell pressures from current food waste practices for around the same cost.
Little Bandits
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Little Bandits is a dairy-free brand focused on providing nutritious food options for children, created in response to the increasing prevalence of food allergies among kids. The company specializes in producing dairy-free and soya-free products, primarily a range of yogurts made from coconut milk. These yogurts are designed to be low in sugar, allergy-friendly, and enriched with essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamins D2, B12, and iodine. Little Bandits aims to fill a gap in the market for children’s plant-based foods, offering healthy and enjoyable alternatives that cater to the dietary needs of kids with allergies and those following plant-based diets.
Paragon Pure
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Paragon Pure is a food company focused on developing natural ingredients that cater to contemporary dietary needs. The firm specializes in producing a healthy and sustainable structured fat and flavor system derived from upcycled rice bran, particularly for use in alternative proteins. By leveraging expertise in flavor encapsulation, process engineering, and physical chemistry, Paragon Pure aims to create genuine ingredients that deliver natural flavors, colors, and nutrients in wholesome foods. This approach enables consumers to fully enjoy the diverse flavors of various spices while adhering to healthier eating practices.
Umiami
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Umiami is a French food-tech startup founded in 2020 and based in Paris, focused on developing plant-based food technology aimed at reducing meat consumption. The company specializes in creating plant-based whole-cuts that utilize plant proteins, providing consumers with alternatives that closely replicate the taste, texture, and aroma of traditional meat products. By offering these innovative solutions, Umiami seeks to address the growing demand for sustainable food options while promoting healthier dietary choices.
Grain4Grain
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Grain4Grain is a San Antonio based food-tech startup. A couple years ago, we developed a patent pending process that allows us to dry and mill byproducts, specifically brewers spent grain, into a low carb, high protein flour. Spent grain is the number one byproduct from breweries and for over 100 years, breweries have been trying to develop a way to capitalize on this resource--think whey protein from cheese making. Our innovative methodology allows us to dry and mill brewers spent grain in under 20 minutes, down from the conventional 6 hours--allowing us to provide this incredibly healthy and sustainable ingredient at affordable prices to consumers and product makers. Since launching 10 months ago, we have been able to upcycle 120,000 lbs of wet spent grain, and have launched 2 CPG products in nearly 200 HEB stores. We are now in the works of developing contracts with product makers, bakeries, and even a dog food company!
Eaternity
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Eaternity AG is a software management company based in Zurich, Switzerland, that specializes in the restaurant industry. Founded in 2014 by Judith Ellens and Manuel Klarmann at ETH Zurich, Eaternity provides a platform that offers a real-time calculation engine for addressing allergen and nutrition declarations, as well as assessing the carbon footprint of meals and restaurants. The company's solutions enable restaurant owners to gain valuable insights into their supply chain, facilitating informed decision-making. Eaternity also aims to support organizations globally in calculating the environmental impact of their food products, striving for a sustainable food system within the planet's ecological boundaries. Through its Eaternity Score, the company transparently communicates the environmental effects of various food products, serving both consumers and decision-makers.
Outlander Materials
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Outlander Materials developed UnPlastic as an answer to single-use plastics. UnPlastic is a circular product, made from food industry sources, by-products, and brewery waste. Its composition makes it functional, compostable, and it will never break down into micro- or nano plastics. Its properties make it suitable for food and packaging applications. With UnPlastic we will offer an alternative to commercial single-use plastic packaging that minimizes plastic and food waste!
Pricepally
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Pricepally is a digital food cooperative that connects consumers directly with local farmers and wholesalers, focusing on making fresh, high-quality food more affordable and accessible in African cities. By facilitating bulk purchases, Pricepally allows individuals and businesses to buy and share food items, ensuring they receive products that are cheaper and fresher than traditional retail options. The platform harnesses collective buying power to provide significant value for money, promoting a more sustainable food supply chain while supporting local agriculture.
FairFlavor Foods
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
FairFlavor develops nutritious vegan alternative dairy food made of a super nut from Indonesia using a patented fermentation technology
Sophie's Bionutrients
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Sophie's BioNutrients is developing a new sustainable plant-based protein out of microalgae using fermentation technologies.
Umami Bioworks
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Umami Bioworks focuses on the discovery and development of a platform for scalable production of cultivated seafood, aiming to protect endangered marine species while providing consumers with sustainable seafood options. The company specializes in cell-based food products made from fish cells and tissues, ensuring that their offerings are free from harmful substances such as mercury, antibiotics, microplastics, and ocean pollutants. By employing systems engineering principles, Umami Bioworks seeks to accelerate the industrialization of cell cultivation, facilitating local and cost-effective production of innovative seafood alternatives. Their automated, modular production system is designed to support the creation of affordable, cell-cultured seafood and meat, utilizing low-cost, serum-free media and advanced marine cell lines.
Proeon
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Proeon Foods develops a range of plant-based proteins for food manufacturers. Proeon provides plant-based protein ingredients to promote clean and healthy food.
Greencovery
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Greencovery specializes in food upcycling technology that enables food companies to produce sustainable ingredients from side-stream production. The company focuses on accelerating the time-to-market for new components recovered from these side streams, thus enhancing the feasibility and sustainability of its customers' businesses. Greencovery's proprietary technology allows for the recovery of valuable ingredients that would otherwise remain unutilized, resulting in natural and upcycled products with a low carbon footprint. The offerings include savoury flavours, supplements such as amino acids, proteins, fruity flavours, and fibers, catering to markets like sports nutrition, beverages, and protein alternatives. By facilitating effective recovery of valuable products, Greencovery supports food manufacturers in creating more sustainable and functional food ingredients.
Fybraworks Foods
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Fybraworks Foods, Inc. is a food biotechnology company founded in 2020 and based in Minnetonka, Minnesota. It specializes in developing alternative meat substitutes and animal-free meat structural proteins through advanced fermentation techniques. The company aims to replicate the taste and texture of traditional meat while promoting sustainability and humane practices. By providing innovative technological solutions, Fybraworks Foods enables industry leaders and consumers to access meat alternatives that minimize animal slaughter and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, thereby contributing to environmental preservation.
FermBiotics
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
FermBiotics is a microbiome company on a mission to improve gut health all over the world. FermBiotics produce sustainable, fermented plant ingredients for food.
GASTROCAMPO
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
At Gastrocampo we are revolutionizing the food system making it fairer, more transparent and more sustainable. By combining technology and logistics, we offer a real, scalable and multi-local solution. Gastrocampo is a SaaS-enabled marketplace that gives food producers the tools to digitalize their farm and business so they can connect and sell their produce directly to their hospitality clients (food shops and restaurants), eliminating the need for intermediaries. In turn, we are helping HORECA customers to become more sustainable while saving time and headaches when buying directly from producers! Thanks to AI, Machine Learning and blockchain we will be able to provide a platform mutually beneficent for food producers, restaurants and the environment.
More Foods
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
More Foods specializes in producing plant-based meat alternatives that utilize pumpkin and sunflower seeds as primary protein sources. The company focuses on creating clean label products with minimal ingredients and no major allergens, making them suitable for a wide range of dietary preferences. More Foods offers a variety of cuts designed for versatility in meal preparation. Additionally, the company employs an innovative approach by upcycling side streams from the seed oil industry, transforming them into hearty, protein-rich ingredients for main meals. This commitment to sustainability and health enables consumers to enjoy flavorful, nutritious options without the drawbacks associated with traditional animal meat.
Wenda
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Wenda is an Italian startup founded in 2015 that focuses on enhancing food safety and sustainability through an innovative collaborative platform for food traceability. This platform automates the collection, analysis, and sharing of supply chain data, integrating seamlessly with existing tools and systems used by clients. By providing real-time insights into temperature and traceability, Wenda's platform supports decision-making for all stakeholders in the food supply chain, ultimately aiming to reduce food waste. The company's technology leverages Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities, blockchain for improved transparency and security, and machine learning to refine process management. Wenda's user-friendly solution is designed to address the needs of food distribution companies by optimizing processes, reducing costs, and enhancing service levels. It offers various modules for different phases of the supply chain, including shipping, storage, inbound, outbound, and delivery, each tailored to improve efficiency and compliance with safety standards. With a focus on global scalability and strategic partnerships, Wenda aims to revolutionize the food supply chain through digitalization and data-driven insights.
Azucena
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Azucena offera a line of products that mix the corn with typically Mexican ingredients, encompassing the taste of the most demanding palates.
Poiike Foodtec
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Poiike is the platform that organizes cooking, the kitchen, and thinking behind how to cook. We have developed a unique algorithm that takes data from multiple recipes and creates an easy-to-follow workflow.
SmartFish
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
SmartFish is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting environmentally sustainable and socially responsible artisanal fishing practices. It provides quality marine products with a focus on sustainability, reducing intermediaries in the supply chain and ensuring that more value-added steps remain within cooperatives. SmartFish collaborates with these cooperatives under an open book policy to maintain transparency in profit distribution at every stage of the value chain. Additionally, the organization offers training programs aimed at enhancing product value through improved quality, traceability, and marketability of catches. By adopting eco-friendly fishing methods, SmartFish connects fishers with conscious consumers, fostering sustainability, economic development, and social responsibility in the seafood industry.
Bon AppéSweet
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Bon AppéSweet creates an all-natural, plant-based, oat milk gelato sweetened with fruit-based sweeteners and zero cane sugar. It was founded in 2019 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
Fuddis
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Social food marketplace and e-commerce that enables all food creators in LATAM to own their food business. Vende, envía, gestiona, programa, publica y compra todo en un solo lugar. "Etsy for food". We improve how food is moved, consumed and enjoyed around the world.
M de Maní
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
M de Maní develops products with more flavor and more nutrients from less refined ingredients and without harmful chemicals or hydrogenated fats. The company believes that taking care of health is crucial and should be a simple task, which is why they offer practical, delicious, and highly nutritious products.
ImagoAI
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
ImagoAI, Inc. is a food-tech company based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, specializing in food quality assessment solutions for manufacturers, processors, retailers, and distributors. Founded in 2017, ImagoAI develops advanced, non-destructive, and contact-less quality inspection systems, including GrainQ for grains, Feed.AI for animal feed, BakerGo for bakery products, and PotatoMash for potatoes. The company employs cutting-edge technologies like Hyperspectral Imaging and an automated image processing pipeline to facilitate real-time quality analysis and monitoring of both raw and processed food items. Additionally, ImagoAI's systems assist in detecting diseases in crops, thereby supporting agricultural researchers in improving seed hybrids and increasing crop yields. The company aims to enhance food safety and accessibility worldwide through its innovative solutions.
Ful Foods
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
FUL Foods is a Netherlands-based startup dedicated to creating food and beverage products that positively impact the environment by reducing carbon emissions and conserving resources. The company has developed a proprietary carbon-negative ingredient derived from microalgae, known as FUL, which addresses challenges related to taste and solubility. FUL Foods offers a range of sustainable and nutritious beverages, with its flagship product being a refreshing drink that combines natural nutrition, plant-based protein, and immune-boosting properties. The company's mission emphasizes superior health benefits, convenience, and overall satisfaction for consumers while promoting a planet-positive approach to food and beverage production.
Mesa
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Mesa is a dining app designed to assist restaurants in attracting customers during off-peak hours while optimizing their revenue. The platform offers dynamic, time-based discounts that enable restaurants to fill empty tables by providing users with attractive offers. Customers benefit from these discounts by enjoying meals at reduced prices during less busy times, encouraging them to dine out when restaurants typically experience lower traffic. Through this model, Mesa effectively connects restaurants seeking to enhance occupancy with diners looking for savings.
La Comandanta
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
La Comandanta identifies and promotes Creole and ancestral Mexican foods and offers bulk and packed products. It was founded in 2011.
Anu
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Anu provides framing services. It develops an aeroponic appliance capable of yielding a head of leafy greens on a daily basis. They offer hydroponic appliances designed to grow vegetables in consumers' homes and eliminate grocery store dependency.
Caulys
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Caulys specializes in providing indoor greenhouse toolkits that facilitate home agriculture, allowing individuals to grow fresh and environmentally friendly fruits and vegetables. The company focuses on urban and vertical farming solutions, making it possible for people to cultivate produce in limited spaces. By promoting eco-friendly practices, Caulys' toolkits minimize transportation needs, reduce energy consumption, and generate less waste, all while avoiding pesticides and genetically modified organisms. This innovative approach enables users to engage in gardening with minimal time commitment each week, bringing the benefits of agriculture closer to urban dwellers.
Brevel
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Brevel has developed an innovative cultivation technology focused on the sustainable and cost-effective production of microalgae. Utilizing high-tech, fully automated indoor systems that feature internal illumination, Brevel's approach achieves significant cost reductions and substantially higher yields compared to traditional methods. This advanced technology positions the company to tap into various markets in need of microalgae-derived products, including sustainable food, materials, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and energy. By unlocking the full potential of microalgae, Brevel aims to create an alternative protein source suitable for mass production, addressing the increasing demand for environmentally friendly solutions across multiple industries.
Otrafy
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Otrafy is a Quality Management Software company that focuses on optimizing vendor relationships for quality assurance departments, particularly in the food production sector. The platform aims to streamline compliance and regulatory processes by minimizing and automating low-value tasks, thus allowing facilities to meet necessary standards more efficiently. Additionally, Otrafy leverages blockchain technology to enhance compliance and mitigate operational risks within the supply chain. This approach addresses critical challenges such as certification, compliance management, production efficiency, food safety, disease prevention, and product authenticity, enabling farmers to effectively communicate the history of their products from the farm to retail outlets.
Goba Tea
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Goba Tea created the first low-calorie and shelf-stable boba tea.
Caulys
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Caulys specializes in providing indoor greenhouse toolkits that facilitate home agriculture, allowing individuals to grow fresh and environmentally friendly fruits and vegetables. The company focuses on urban and vertical farming solutions, making it possible for people to cultivate produce in limited spaces. By promoting eco-friendly practices, Caulys' toolkits minimize transportation needs, reduce energy consumption, and generate less waste, all while avoiding pesticides and genetically modified organisms. This innovative approach enables users to engage in gardening with minimal time commitment each week, bringing the benefits of agriculture closer to urban dwellers.
untill
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Untill specializes in producing fresh, pesticide-free produce through innovative indoor vertical farming technology. This approach enables the company to deliver locally grown greens to consumers on the same day they are harvested, thereby addressing the supply chain inefficiencies often associated with conventional farming. By utilizing a patented autonomous farming platform, Untill cultivates food year-round in various locations, eliminating the need for soil, sunlight, pesticides, or excessive water. The company's focus on operational efficiency allows it to minimize operational costs while maintaining competitive pricing, making fresh produce more accessible to communities and promoting healthier eating habits. Through its commitment to sustainability and efficiency, Untill aims to transform the way people access and enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables.
Amore Congelato
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Amore Congelato provides food and beverage services. They offer products that include dessert, food, dairy-free, chocolate, vegan, plant-based, and dark chocolate.
EatWell Meal Kits
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
EatWell equips health insurers with Food is Medicine meal kits that are prescribed to treat food insecurity and reduce healthcare costs in diabetic populations. By complementing food access with hands-on learning, EatWell drives patients' healthy habit formation for sustainable behavior change and lasting impact.
EatWell Meal Kits
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
EatWell equips health insurers with Food is Medicine meal kits that are prescribed to treat food insecurity and reduce healthcare costs in diabetic populations. By complementing food access with hands-on learning, EatWell drives patients' healthy habit formation for sustainable behavior change and lasting impact.
BFT
Grant in 2019
In BFT, they change approach to sugar beet processing, resulting in products with unique properties. Beneficiary for relating food producers and also for consumers. Their product naturally help human metabolism affect glycemic response and provide active supplements for metabolic function after intake of meal with sugars content. Consequently, contribute to health and lower the risk of globally rising Life style diseases.
AbuErdan
Grant in 2019
AbuErdan specializes in poultry management solutions, offering a comprehensive cloud-based system tailored for poultry companies. Their services encompass various aspects of poultry operations, including broiler management, breeder and hatchery oversight, slaughterhouse operations, and layer management. By leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning, AbuErdan's platform provides business analytics that empower farmers to make informed, data-driven decisions. This approach is aimed at increasing profitability while minimizing waste, thereby enhancing overall operational efficiency. Customer inquiries are managed through multiple channels, including phone and email support, ensuring responsive communication.
Planted Foods
Grant in 2019
Planted Foods AG, founded in 2019 and based in Zürich, Switzerland, specializes in the development of plant-based meat products. The company's offerings include planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken, which are crafted using pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. By employing advanced technology, Planted Foods transforms these natural ingredients into nutritious, high-protein alternatives that appeal to consumers seeking plant-based options. Additionally, the company operates an e-commerce platform to facilitate the sale of its products directly to customers.
goTeff
Grant in 2019
GoTeff Superfoods is an agricultural development company focused on supporting teff farmers in Ethiopia. By providing resources and expertise, the company aims to enhance the productivity of these farmers. GoTeff specializes in producing superfoods derived from teff, a highly nutritious grain known for promoting endurance and overall health. Through its initiatives, GoTeff not only helps improve the livelihoods of farmers but also offers customers access to nutrient-rich products that contribute to their well-being.
Check-Eat
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Check-Eat is a free mobile app that streamlines the food ordering process at restaurants, bringing convenience and a great experience to the customers. Check-Eat features a native online ordering (take-away & dine-in), mobile payments, reservations, loyalty programs, tax invoicing, coupons and much more, all in a single app. Check-Eat is building a standardized customer service platform for the food sector, empowering local restaurants to engage customers through a seamless mobile experience.
FUTZ
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Futz connects people with delicious dishes that otherwise would not have been sold, creating an extra income for the establishment and an eco friendly environment
Nema Food
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Nema Food provides halal meat products to consumers locally and internationally by utilizing advanced meat manufacturing technology as well as a highly knowledgeable team of professionals.
FOODUNITE
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
FoodUnite is a food and beverage company that provides customers with tasty food.
Hexagro
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Hexagro is an innovative urban farming platform that focuses on decentralizing food production through its modular hardware and IoT automation software. The company offers a scalable, automated indoor farming system, featuring a customizable indoor garden known as the living farming tree. This system allows users to efficiently grow fresh and healthy food with minimal effort, as it monitors and controls the harvesting process via a web-based application. Hexagro aims to empower individuals, regardless of their growing experience, to produce their own food and access nutritious options within urban environments, fostering a community of growers.
Nutrifix
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Nutrifix is a B2B & B2B2C web platform that provides companies with a virtual staff canteen and employees with a personalised weekly meal plan from local restaurants and catering companies that they can have delivered straight to their workplace or order for collection. Companies can use ‘Food as a Benefit’ to reward and retain employees, whilst benefiting from a healthier, more informed and productive workforce; and anonymised data to inform their wellness strategy.
Snack Jack
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Snack Jack is a organic food supplier that specializes in plant-based jerky made jackfruit,
GreenChoice
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
GreenChoice operates a data-driven grocery shopping platform that assists consumers in making informed food choices that align with their health and environmental values. The platform offers a membership-based service that rates the health and sustainability of various products, connecting users with brands and retailers that share similar principles. By simplifying the grocery shopping experience, GreenChoice caters to individuals with dietary restrictions, health goals, and specific ethical concerns, promoting the idea that food can serve both personal well-being and the planet's health.
Fresh.Land
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Fresh.Land is a digital platform designed to connect farmers directly with consumers, allowing for the sale of fresh fruits and vegetables without intermediaries. This model significantly reduces the time from harvest to retail, taking just a few days instead of months. By facilitating direct sales, Fresh.Land aims to minimize carbon emissions by 88%, reduce food waste by 10%, and lower chemical usage by 55%. The platform provides farmers with the necessary scale, digital infrastructure, and expertise to optimize their operations and reach consumers more effectively. Through this innovative approach, Fresh.Land enhances the freshness of food while promoting sustainable practices in the agricultural sector.
BAO LOVERS
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Bao Lovers offers franchise fast food model it provides online food delivery.
SINGLE BAKED SWEETS
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
SINGLE BAKED SWEETS provides pre-measured dry ingredients, bakeware, and simple instructions along with bake-at-home dessert kits. They also provide sugar cookie with sprinkles and dark chocolate cookie with white chocolate chips.
WA2COOK
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
WA2COOK offers the user to search recipes by ingredients, allergies, filter by nutrition, cuisines, courses, time, and chef blogs. Their customers inquiries are addressed through phone, email, and online applications.
Plataforma Nuup AC
Grant in 2018
Nuup provides regenerates landscape and ecosystem services. Furthermore, they promote and scale regenerative farming practices, create opportunities for smallholder farmers, and build a vibrant local food economy.
Fresh Strips
Grant in 2018
Fresh Strips is a smart packaging company that specializes in providing cost-effective solutions to ensure the safety of heat-sensitive food products. The company offers a unique product in the form of a plastic sticker attached to food packaging. This sticker changes color in response to heat exposure, allowing consumers to easily assess whether the food is safe for consumption. By informing consumers about the safety and quality of their food, Fresh Strips addresses a critical need in the food industry, enhancing consumer confidence and reducing food waste.
IQ Bar
Grant in 2018
IQ Bar, Inc. is a food and beverage company that specializes in producing and selling nutrition bars and hydration mixes. Founded in 2016 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, IQ Bar offers its products in a variety of flavors. The company markets its items through distributors and retailers across the United States, as well as through online platforms.
Zoni Foods
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Zoni Foods, Inc., previously known as Kitchen Table Inc., is a company based in New Haven, Connecticut, that specializes in producing frozen plant-based meal kits. Founded in 2016, Zoni Foods offers a variety of products designed to simplify healthy eating, including Coconut Curry Noodles, Sweet Potato Spirals, and Zesty Peanut Noodles. The company aims to make plant-based cooking accessible and convenient for consumers by providing its meal kits in retail stores.
Grocery TV
Grant in 2018
At Grocery TV, we’re reinventing how retailers and brands connect with shoppers in-store. Our digital platform empowers physical stores and products to stay competitive in an increasingly digital world.
GrubTubs
Grant in 2018
GrubTubs Inc. is an innovative company based in Austin, Texas, focused on creating sustainable animal feed for local family farms. Founded in 2016, it addresses food waste by collecting leftover food from restaurants and repurposing it into chicken feed. In addition to food collection, GrubTubs also cultivates insects that serve as a nutritious food source for chickens, pigs, and fish. By facilitating this process, GrubTubs not only helps restaurants manage and reduce food waste but also strengthens the connection between communities and local agriculture.
Food for All
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Food for All is an online platform dedicated to making quality food affordable while reducing food waste. Established in October 2016, the company emerged from a collaboration with the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and gained initial support through a successful Kickstarter campaign involving over 650 backers. The platform enables restaurants to sell leftover meals at discounted prices to consumers at the end of the business day. This initiative not only helps eateries minimize food waste but also allows individuals to access nutritious meals at a lower cost. Food for All aims to create a more sustainable food system while providing value to both restaurants and consumers.
Zahini
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Zahini is a dairy food production company.
Heura
Seed Round in 2018
Heura Foods is a plant-based startup founded in 2017 by food activists Marc Coloma and Bernat Añaños. The company specializes in producing sustainable and nutritious plant-based meat alternatives, particularly soy-based products that aim to shift perceptions of plant-based eating. Heura emphasizes clean labels and a short ingredient list while enriching its offerings with vitamins and nutrients. Drawing inspiration from Mediterranean culinary traditions, Heura's products are designed to provide the taste and experience of meat while promoting a healthier and more sustainable food system, ultimately seeking to eliminate the need for animal-based products.
Brightbites
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Brightbites operates a marketing and research platform designed to assist food manufacturers in accessing targeted consumer insights. By offering a subscription service, Brightbites delivers monthly food boxes to consumers, encouraging them to evaluate products and provide detailed feedback in exchange for rewards. This approach enables manufacturers to gather valuable demographic data and insights from specific consumer segments through a streamlined testing process. Brightbites aims to facilitate actionable market research at significantly reduced costs, supplying companies with essential documents and results during different stages of product development.
Natured
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Foodstack is a wholesale food and beverage online food delivery platform. They offer customizing products and pricing for each customer, setting up ordering windows, and enabling standing, and repeat orders, among other things.
Phood
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Phood is a New York-based startup focused on developing a food waste prevention platform that leverages data analytics and artificial intelligence to help businesses, particularly in the food service sector, minimize food waste. Founded in 2015 by Luc Dang and Nick Kruczek, the platform tracks food purchases, preparation, and storage, allowing businesses to identify and reduce waste effectively. By integrating seamlessly into kitchen operations, Phood's software provides real-time insights through a waste analytics dashboard, enabling food businesses to lower costs, save time, and contribute to a more sustainable food system.
MEANS DATABASE
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
MEANS Database is a platform that designed to combat food waste.
Makomas
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Makomas is creating 100% natural and authentic juice drinks inspired by the flavors of West Africa. We only use fresh, sustainably grown products sourced directly from small farmers in West Africa. And all of the fruits, flowers and roots selected for our juices have scientifically proven health benefits.
COLLETTEYS COOKIES
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Collettey's Cookies is a maker of food and beverages. Their products include gluten cookies, oatmeal raisin cookies, and peanut butter cookies. They provides wedding, trade show, and conference services.
AKUA
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Akua Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in manufacturing plant-based snacks using ocean-farmed kelp. Founded in 2017, Akua aims to shift the perception of sustainable seafood by utilizing seaweeds that grow along coastlines worldwide. The company offers a range of vegan, gluten-free, and soy-free products that are low in calories, catering to health-conscious consumers. Akua sells its snacks online, providing customers with an affordable option for healthy and flavorful snacks derived from sustainable sources.
Selina Wamucii
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Selina Wamucii facilitates the buying and importing of food and agricultural products from Africa, connecting businesses globally with local producers. The company collaborates with cooperatives, farmers' groups, and agro-processors to create a trustworthy platform for transactions between buyers and family farmers, including smallholders and fishing communities. By streamlining agricultural value chains, Selina Wamucii reduces inefficiencies, thereby minimizing food wastage and enhancing farmers' incomes. The platform offers a wide variety of products, including fruits, vegetables, dairy, fish, meat, oils, grains, and spices, making it easier for buyers to source quality produce directly from farmers. This approach not only supports local economies but also ensures that fresh produce reaches the market efficiently, even for farmers with limited access to technology.
Big Wheelbarrow
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Big Wheelbarrow, Inc. is a technology company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2016. The company specializes in developing an online supply-management platform that connects wholesale food buyers with local farmers, facilitating the procurement process. By automating transactional conversations, Big Wheelbarrow enables grocery chains and food service businesses to efficiently source, buy, and market local products. This technology simplifies collaboration with small independent growers, regardless of their size, allowing buyers to access local offerings with minimal overhead. Additionally, the platform provides real-time data, empowering retailers to improve their margins and enhance their market presence.
Komeeda
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Komeeda is a culinary platform designed to connect food enthusiasts with local restaurants and chefs through diverse offerings such as pop-up feasts, tastings, and events. By providing a user-friendly digital marketplace, Komeeda allows consumers to discover and support local dining options while enabling restaurants to enhance their online presence and consumer engagement. The platform also facilitates delivery, catering, cooking classes, and offers a range of culinary content, including recipes and cooking methods. Komeeda emphasizes a community-centric business model, ensuring that restaurants retain a significant share of their online revenue and have control over their consumer data. This approach not only promotes ethical dining choices but also fosters a vibrant culinary community.
Halo Life Science
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Halo Life Science is focused on enhancing human health through innovative nutritional solutions. After three years of research and development, the company has introduced Naturalin™, a patent-pending phytonutrient designed to improve health and wellness in various food and beverage products. Naturalin™ is also available in nutritional supplement forms, making it accessible to a broader audience. The product has been validated for safety and effectiveness by researchers at the Dell Pediatric Research Institute at The University of Texas at Austin. Halo Life Science aims to provide simple, affordable, and effective food and nutritional supplements to support individuals dealing with chronic conditions, illnesses, and obesity, thereby reinforcing their commitment to elevating human potential.
MilkBuddy
Grant in 2017
In developing countries, especially the millions of children, are vulnerable. The nutrition is based on milk and this milk can spoil by bad conditions of the environment . That’s why they are developing a mobile processing unit to ensure food safety and shortening the supply chain. Starting at this point the process means, that they can ensure the best quality of their final product and distribute it locally to the customers.
Better Juice
Grant in 2017
Better Juice was founded in 2017 by a team of prestigious food industry professionals: a biochemist and microbiology academician with extensive experience in product development. The company is supported by The Kitchen FoodTech Hub – Strauss Group’s incubator, whose goal is to nourish promising food-tech ventures that can disrupt the global food system – making it more productive, more affordable, more sustainable and healthier. Better Juice gives consumers what they are looking for: simple ways to reduce sugar in their diets. Popular juices such as orange and apple juice have 6 teaspoons (25 grams) of sugar per 1-cup serving (250 ml). Grape juice has up to 14 teaspoons. The Better Juice solution lets industrial juice producers lower or eliminate sugar in one simple step.
LeCycle
Grant in 2017
LeCyclec produce gastronomical oyster mushrooms from used coffee grounds, recuperated from local restaurants in Lausanne.
Totolines
Grant in 2017
Totolines is a company that specializes in producing snacks made from corn flour and grasshoppers, catering to environmentally conscious consumers. The snacks are designed to promote the consumption of insects as a healthy and sustainable protein source, offering the same protein content as a serving of tuna without any additives. By focusing on quality and sustainability, Totolines aims to support local economies while providing nutritious options for customers.
Griyum
Grant in 2017
Griyum specializes in the production and commercialization of edible cricket flour, which is high in protein and offers a low-cost alternative for enhancing the nutritional value of processed foods. Recognizing the health challenges faced by many in Mexico, where a significant portion of the population is at risk of obesity and diabetes, Griyum aims to provide a sustainable solution through its innovative product. The company establishes a value chain that supports micro-producers by supplying them with technology packages to cultivate crickets. Griyum purchases the crickets from these producers, transforms them into flour, and supplies this nutritious ingredient to enhance various food products, thereby promoting healthier eating habits.
Minus the Moo
Grant in 2017
Minus the Moo is a premium, lactose-free ice cream made from real dairy and all the same ingredients as regular ice cream. They use the lactase enzyme to break down the lactose and make their ice cream lactose-free! Two-thirds of the population suffers from lactose-intolerance to some degree and either has to sacrifice taste and texture by eating dairy alternatives or eat regular ice cream and suffer the consequences. No lactose-free ice cream has offered the same creaminess and quality, until now!
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