Kickstart
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KickStart is a nonprofit social enterprise that designs and distributes affordable irrigation pumps to enable smallholder farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa to irrigate fields year-round, grow high-value crops during dry seasons, and increase incomes. The organization provides tools, training, and works with local supply chains to ensure sustainable access to pumps and spare parts.
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Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$10M disclosed across 1 round · 2024
- $10MraisedFeb 2024 · 2 sourcesSource ↗
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2 people who came through Kickstart went on to found or lead other companies.
Frequently asked questions
- What does Kickstart do?
- KickStart is a nonprofit social enterprise that designs and distributes affordable irrigation pumps to enable smallholder farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa to irrigate fields year-round, grow high-value crops during dry seasons, and increase incomes. The organization provides tools, training, and works with local supply chains to ensure sustainable access to pumps and spare parts.
- Who are Kickstart's investors?
- Kickstart's investors include Autodesk Foundation, Steele Foundation for Hope, Blume Ventures.
- How much funding has Kickstart raised?
- Kickstart has disclosed $10M raised across 1 round.

