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Northstar Ventures

Northstar Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. It provides direct investments in early-stage and growth companies and also participates in fund of funds, including private equity funds, accelerators, and incubators. The firm targets sectors such as digital media, entertainment technology, music services, data, telecommunications, clean technology, healthcare and biotechnology, energy, climate tech, computer games, and related technologies. It focuses its activity in the North East region of England, especially County Durham, Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear, and supports portfolio companies with strategic value through its network of university partners, funders, and experienced non-executive directors. Typical investments range from small seed or pre-seed rounds to larger growth rounds, with co-investment alongside other investors. Northstar Ventures emphasizes helping innovative companies create talent, jobs, and growth in the region, contributing to the local innovation ecosystem.
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Past deals in Non-Profit

onHand

Venture Round in 2024
onHand is a platform facilitating on-demand volunteering. It connects individuals seeking assistance with volunteers who can provide help, creating local micro-volunteering opportunities.

Positive Support For You

Venture Round in 2024
Positive Support For You is a social enterprise empowering adults with learning disabilities. It provides personalized support to enhance independence, confidence, and societal inclusion.

onHand

Seed Round in 2023
onHand is a platform facilitating on-demand volunteering. It connects individuals seeking assistance with volunteers who can provide help, creating local micro-volunteering opportunities.

onHand

Seed Round in 2021
onHand is a platform facilitating on-demand volunteering. It connects individuals seeking assistance with volunteers who can provide help, creating local micro-volunteering opportunities.

Incuto

Series A in 2020
Incuto Limited, established in 2016 and headquartered in Ilkley, UK, is a financial technology company specialising in SaaS-based banking software for credit unions, community banks, and CDFIs. The company's flagship product, incuto Hive, is a comprehensive platform supporting back-office processes, financial education, communication, performance management, and service provision for these institutions. Notably, the platform enables credit unions to offer digital banking services, including on-balance-sheet debit cards and sort codes, allowing them to compete with traditional banks and high-cost lenders while serving rural communities and those without physical bank access.

Incuto

Seed Round in 2019
Incuto Limited, established in 2016 and headquartered in Ilkley, UK, is a financial technology company specialising in SaaS-based banking software for credit unions, community banks, and CDFIs. The company's flagship product, incuto Hive, is a comprehensive platform supporting back-office processes, financial education, communication, performance management, and service provision for these institutions. Notably, the platform enables credit unions to offer digital banking services, including on-balance-sheet debit cards and sort codes, allowing them to compete with traditional banks and high-cost lenders while serving rural communities and those without physical bank access.

GoRaise

Seed Round in 2016
GoRaise is a customer loyalty platform that enables individuals to support charitable causes through their shopping activities. The platform connects consumers with leading retailers in the UK and Ireland, allowing users to make purchases while generating donations for their chosen good causes, which can range from national charities to local organizations such as PTAs and sports clubs. By leveraging affiliate partnerships, GoRaise facilitates a significant fundraising opportunity, with over £750 million in donations available annually from participating retailers. The platform not only assists charities in their fundraising efforts but also helps businesses enhance their corporate social responsibility initiatives. GoRaise is dedicated to increasing the flow of donations to deserving causes, with ambitions to generate substantial contributions over time.

ThinkLab

Seed Round in 2015
ThinkLab is a U.S.-based company founded in 2014 by Jesse Spaulding that operates a platform designed to facilitate the open publication of research and collaboration among researchers globally. The platform allows users to receive feedback on grant proposals, engage in open peer reviews, and lead open research projects. By partnering with science funders, ThinkLab aims to establish new incentives and transform the academic reward system, thereby accelerating scientific progress and amplifying the contributions of experts in various fields. Additionally, the company offers a business consultancy software platform that fosters an open marketplace of ideas, promoting civil and intellectually honest discussions to generate viable business solutions.

Givey

Seed Round in 2014
Givey Limited operates givey.com, a fee-free online community funding platform dedicated to raising donations for small charities and local communities in the UK. The platform enables users to create fundraising pages that can feature photos, videos, and links from various social media networks, facilitating easy sharing and engagement. It empowers businesses to support their employees' charitable efforts and allows charities to manage their fundraising activities effectively, including overseeing donations and communicating with supporters. With over 7,000 registered charities and a growing user base of more than 100,000 individuals, Givey enhances the digital presence of small charities and local non-profit groups, promoting social good and fostering community resilience. Founded in 1994 and based in London, Givey is committed to making charitable giving more accessible and impactful.

Givey

Seed Round in 2012
Givey Limited operates givey.com, a fee-free online community funding platform dedicated to raising donations for small charities and local communities in the UK. The platform enables users to create fundraising pages that can feature photos, videos, and links from various social media networks, facilitating easy sharing and engagement. It empowers businesses to support their employees' charitable efforts and allows charities to manage their fundraising activities effectively, including overseeing donations and communicating with supporters. With over 7,000 registered charities and a growing user base of more than 100,000 individuals, Givey enhances the digital presence of small charities and local non-profit groups, promoting social good and fostering community resilience. Founded in 1994 and based in London, Givey is committed to making charitable giving more accessible and impactful.

Givey

Seed Round in 2012
Givey Limited operates givey.com, a fee-free online community funding platform dedicated to raising donations for small charities and local communities in the UK. The platform enables users to create fundraising pages that can feature photos, videos, and links from various social media networks, facilitating easy sharing and engagement. It empowers businesses to support their employees' charitable efforts and allows charities to manage their fundraising activities effectively, including overseeing donations and communicating with supporters. With over 7,000 registered charities and a growing user base of more than 100,000 individuals, Givey enhances the digital presence of small charities and local non-profit groups, promoting social good and fostering community resilience. Founded in 1994 and based in London, Givey is committed to making charitable giving more accessible and impactful.

Givey

Seed Round in 2011
Givey Limited operates givey.com, a fee-free online community funding platform dedicated to raising donations for small charities and local communities in the UK. The platform enables users to create fundraising pages that can feature photos, videos, and links from various social media networks, facilitating easy sharing and engagement. It empowers businesses to support their employees' charitable efforts and allows charities to manage their fundraising activities effectively, including overseeing donations and communicating with supporters. With over 7,000 registered charities and a growing user base of more than 100,000 individuals, Givey enhances the digital presence of small charities and local non-profit groups, promoting social good and fostering community resilience. Founded in 1994 and based in London, Givey is committed to making charitable giving more accessible and impactful.
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