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Impact America Fund

North America, California, United States, Oakland

Description

Impact America Fund (IAF), based in Oakland, California, is a pioneering venture capital firm dedicated to fostering social impact through technology investments. Established with a clear mission, IAF focuses on funding market opportunities that leverage technological innovation to significantly enhance the lives of "New Majority Americans"—a term they use to encompass people of color, women, and low-to-moderate income individuals. This targeted approach underscores their commitment to addressing systemic inequities and promoting economic empowerment within underserved communities across the United States.

IAF's investment strategy is centered on early-stage companies, primarily at the Seed and Series A stages, that are developing technology-driven solutions. Their portfolio spans critical sectors such as financial inclusion, the future of work, health and wellness, and community empowerment. By investing in these areas, IAF aims to support scalable businesses that not only generate financial returns but also create measurable positive social change. The firm's unique value proposition extends beyond capital, offering strategic guidance and network access to its portfolio companies, helping them navigate growth and maximize their impact.

Since its inception, Impact America Fund has demonstrated a consistent growth in its capital base and investment reach. The firm successfully raised its first fund, Fund I, totaling $10 million, which was deployed to support its initial cohort of impact-driven startups. Building on this success, IAF launched its second fund, Fund II, in 2020, significantly expanding its capacity with $25 million in committed capital. This increased funding allows IAF to make initial investments typically ranging from $500,000 to $1.5 million, enabling them to provide substantial early-stage support to promising ventures. With over 50 investments to date, IAF has established itself as a significant player in the impact investing landscape, actively shaping a more equitable future through its strategic capital deployment.

Investor Profile

Impact America Fund has backed more than 33 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 6 rounds, about 18% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Canada.
  • Strong thematic focus on Financial Services, FinTech, Health Care.
  • Typical check size: $500K – $1.5M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (48%)
  • Series A (33%)
  • Series B (9%)
  • Secondary Market (3%)
  • Pre Seed (3%)
  • Convertible Note (3%)

Country Focus

  • United States (97%)
  • Canada (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Financial Services
  • Fintech
  • Health Care
  • Marketplace
  • Software
  • E-commerce
  • Education
  • Information Technology
  • Internet
  • Banking
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Impact America Fund frequently co-invest with?

Reach Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
Bossa Invest
South America, Sao Paulo, Brazil, São Paulo
Co-Investments: 2
Concrete Rose Capital
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 4
Techstars
North America, Colorado, United States, Boulder
Co-Investments: 4
Rethink Education
North America, New York, United States, White Plains
Co-Investments: 3
MaC Venture Capital
North America, Texas, United States, Abilene
Co-Investments: 3
Next Play Ventures
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 3
Rethink Impact
North America, New York, United States, White Plains
Co-Investments: 2
Lumina Foundation
North America, Indiana, United States, Indianapolis
Co-Investments: 2
Better Ventures
North America, California, United States, Oakland
Co-Investments: 4

Which angels does Impact America Fund often collaborate with?

GW
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
DI
North America, California, United States, Oakland
Shared Deals: 1
AU
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
FK
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
GU
North America, Florida, United States, Miami
Shared Deals: 1
ED
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
BA
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Shared Deals: 1
FR
North America, New York, United States
Shared Deals: 1
TB
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Shared Deals: 1
MK
North America, California, United States, Oakland
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Impact America Fund?

Afynia Laboratories

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Afynia Laboratories is a women's health healthcare company that provides innovative solutions to diagnostic and therapeutic difficulties.

Medical
SeedFeb 25, 2025
Amount Raised: $5,000,000
Twentyeight Health

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Twentyeight Health is a women's healthcare company providing birth control, vitamins, and medical treatments.

Health CareInformation ServicesOnline PortalsWellness
Series AJan 7, 2025
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
District Cover

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

District Cover is an insurance company that provides insurance access for those in underserved and uninsured city neighborhoods.

InsuranceInsurTech
SeedJul 23, 2024
Amount Raised: $7,000,000
Aja Labs

San Francisco, California, United States

Aja Labs is a biotechnology company that produces biodegradable fiber intended to eliminate the usage of plastic-based fiber.

BiotechnologyChemicalPlastics and Rubber Manufacturing
SeedNov 30, 2022
Amount Raised: $2,500,000
NameCoach

Palo Alto, California, United States

NameCoach aims to solve a single, common problem: name mispronunciation, especially in important life settings.

AudioCloud Data ServicesInformation ServicesInformation TechnologySoftware
Series ANov 17, 2022
Amount Raised: $8,000,000
Nourie Hair

Houston, Texas, United States

Nourie hair provides the scalp and strands with a special nourishing component to heal hair and scalp damage.

BeautyPersonal Health
SeedSep 1, 2022
Amount Raised: $2,500,000
CareAcademy

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

CareAcademy offers an online training empowering senior care professionals to deliver the highest caliber of services.

EducationHealth CareHome Health CareSaaSTraining
Series BJun 8, 2022
Amount Raised: $20,000,000
MindRight Health

Newark, New Jersey, United States

MindRight Health offers culturally-responsive mental health coaching over a text message.

Health CareMental HealthPsychologySMS
SeedMay 24, 2022
Amount Raised: $1,780,000
Esusu

New York, New York, United States

Esusu is a financial technology platform that leverages data solutions to help residents and improve property performance.

CreditFinancial ServicesFinTech
Series BJan 27, 2022
Amount Raised: $130,000,000
Guardians Collective

San Francisco, California, United States

Guardians Collective provides a community platform for parenting.

CommunitiesParentingSocial
SeedNov 4, 2021
Amount Raised: $3,500,000