Our mission is simple: To promote growth one idea at a time. Communities need strong companies and brands to grow and prosper. Founders are the path to growth as they build strong brands. Founders from typical social and economic backgrounds are adaptable, driven and gritty. By providing resources to these Founders, DS5 promotes personal and community growth. We aligned our investment thesis to match our mission.
Our investment thesis focuses on atypical founders and the brands they create. Our Impact Fund I primarily invests in start-ups and early-stage companies with innovative ideas and concepts capable of exponential growth and founded (1) by founders from atypical social and demographic backgrounds, and/or (2) in economically disadvantaged geographical areas.
Atypical social and demographic backgrounds include:
Female Founders
Minority Founders
Veterans
Single Parents
Impoverished Childhood
First-Time College Graduates
Children of Deceased Parents
Other Similar Characteristics
If you fit any of these types of characteristics, we hope to connect and discuss your project.
