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Investment Criteria

Management:

First and foremost, we seek visionary management teams who are passionately pursuing sustainable business models – whether for-profit or nonprofit – to address important social and environmental challenges in our community.

Focus Sectors:

  • Community and economic development (including real estate)
  • Sustainable Agriculture (including distribution and retailing)
  • Energy and Environmental Solutions
  • Social Finance

Stage:

Seed, Early stage, or Growth stage

Investment:

$50K to $250K initially. Will lead or participate in syndicate rounds for larger financings up to $1M.

Security:

Equity, Near-equity, or Subordinate Debt

Geography:

North Carolina, with a priority focus on the Research Triangle region