Our Investment Criteria

The venture directly contributes to impact data, community, or civic infrastructure.

Technology is designed to serve people — not replace or exploit them.

Clear connection between the product and measurable social good.

Founders lived experience connects to the problem they’re solving.

Founders show openness to mentorship, transparency, and shared learning.

We’re not about all-out scale. And we have AI and other tools to help you get more done with less. We’re looking for a validated concept, pilot, or minimum viable product (MVP) is in place.

Early signs of adoption, community validation, or institutional partnerships. Revenue and profitability that could accelerate with investment, advice, and the right tools preferred.

A sustainable path to revenue or long-term funding is visible.

Product design prioritizes privacy, equity, and accessibility.

Use of AI or data is transparent and non-extractive.

Company policies align with DreamForge’s Impact Term Sheet standards.