Ulu Ventures

Grapevine operates an online platform facilitating strategic charitable giving. It enables individuals to donate collectively with expert guidance, accessing philanthropic tools and supporting thousands of nonprofits nationwide.

Momentum is a behavioral-driven fundraising platform founded in 2018 and headquartered in Oakland, California. It enables users to make automatic donations that turn everyday activities into opportunities for charitable giving. By allowing individuals to set predefined giving rules, the platform facilitates donations to a selection of trustworthy nonprofit organizations aligned with users' interests, such as adding a percentage to their restaurant bills to support those in need. Momentum focuses on donor stewardship and impact tracking, ensuring that users can easily contribute to meaningful causes while managing their day-to-day tasks. The company emphasizes evidence-based charity recommendations to maximize the effectiveness of donations.

Align17 Ltd is a London-based company founded in 2017 that operates a private digital marketplace designed to connect private wealth investors with impactful investment opportunities. The firm focuses on reducing the barriers that investors face when seeking to allocate capital towards social and environmental initiatives. By providing a comprehensive platform for private investors, Align17 facilitates collaboration and co-investment in private impact deals, enabling clients to make informed investment decisions that align with their values while also seeking positive financial returns. Through its services, the company aims to empower investors to harness the potential of finance to create a meaningful and sustainable impact on society.

Juntos Finanzas, Inc. was founded in 2010 out of the Stanford d.school with a mission to build digital mobile tools that create financial stability for low-income consumers. Our products empower individuals to take control of their financial lives and achieve their dreams. Today, we serve low-income consumers in emerging markets who are entering financial institutions for the first time: banking, insurance, loans, etc. By partnering with banks, we distribute our products to this new market, increasing account activity, boosting deposits, and creating the foundation of financial security.

ProFounder Financial, Inc. is a crowdfunding platform that facilitates entrepreneurs in raising investment capital from their friends, family, and community members. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, ProFounder aims to democratize access to funding for small businesses by connecting them directly with potential investors within their personal networks. The platform enables users to secure financial support while fostering community engagement and investment in local enterprises.