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CSD Social Venture Fund (CSD SVF) was established in 2017 and is based in the United States. Backed by Communication Service for the Deaf, a non-profit with over 50 years of experience, the fund focuses on supporting Deaf-owned businesses and enhancing their growth and sustainability.
CSD SVF invests in small businesses and startups, particularly those that are Deaf-owned or serve the Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities. The fund emphasizes ventures in technology, mental health, financial services, and the restaurant industry, promoting economic empowerment and accessibility.
Notable companies backed by CSD SVF include Mozzeria, a restaurant creating job opportunities for Deaf individuals; DeafTax, which modernizes ASL accessible tax preparation; and National Deaf Therapy, offering virtual mental health services in ASL. Other investments include Bus Door Films, Hands On Travel, 4Legz, Gridcheck, and Lochiel Brewing.
Submit your pitch through their website's contact form at [URL]. Ensure your proposal highlights how your business serves the Deaf community.
CSD SVF focuses on investing in Deaf-owned businesses and startups that serve the Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities, emphasizing economic empowerment and accessibility.
CSD SVF typically participates in funding rounds but does not exclusively lead them, often collaborating with other investors to support their portfolio companies.
The fund prioritizes investments in technology, mental health, financial services, and the restaurant industry, specifically targeting ventures that promote inclusion for the Deaf community.
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