What does Because Ventures do?

Because Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2020 and based in Durham, North Carolina. The firm specializes in Social Impact Commerce, focusing on investments in eCommerce businesses and technologies that address societal challenges, promote sustainability, and encourage ethical practices. With a small team, Because Ventures aims to align profitability with positive social impact through its investments. The firm manages the Igniterate Social Impact Fund, which provides capital and strategic support to entrepreneurs developing innovative eCommerce solutions. Because Ventures seeks to invest in brands that drive positive change and technologies that enhance the growth of its portfolio companies. Their investment focus includes platforms and applications that prioritize social impact and sustainability, with notable portfolio companies like Tally, a financial wellness app, and a sustainability platform that offsets carbon emissions from online orders.