DiverseCity Ventures

Profile

DiverseCity Ventures is an impact investment firm based in Sacramento, California, founded in 2017 by Mariah Lichtenstern, who brings a unique perspective from her background in film and entertainment financing. The firm is committed to fostering diverse perspectives and prioritizes investments in companies with positive social, economic, or environmental impacts. With a small team, DiverseCity Ventures stands out for its focus on under-represented founders and its advocacy for ESG and policy changes.

The firm invests in a wide range of sectors including civic tech, ed-tech, med-tech, sports and entertainment, fintech, cryptocurrency, ag-tech, cleantech, water, energy, and food. They typically invest in early-stage companies with check sizes ranging from $10,000 to $2 million. DiverseCity Ventures primarily focuses on investments within the United States and is actively seeking new opportunities.

Notable investments by DiverseCity Ventures include Fanalyze - a sports analytics platform, Humaxa - a business productivity software, Multicultural Press - a publishing company, and ProPlanr - a business productivity software. These investments reflect the firm's commitment to supporting innovative solutions across various industries.