Propel was founded by Jimmy Chen, Jeff Kaiser, Ram Mehta.

Who are Propel's investors?

Propel's investors include Andreessen Horowitz, Kleiner Perkins.

Where is Propel headquartered?

Propel is headquartered in Brooklyn, US.

Propel

Brooklyn, US · 2 known investors

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Propel builds technology that improves government benefits access and management for Americans facing financial hardship. The platform combines benefits navigation tools with user insights that inform policymakers working to strengthen the social safety net.

Fintech GovTech Impact & Social Good Social

Founders & leadership

Jimmy Chenin 𝕏CEO, Co-Founder

Jeff Kaiserin 𝕏COO, Co-Founder

Ram MehtainCPO, Co-Founder

Investors · 2

Andreessen HorowitzMenlo Park · $500K – $50M

Kleiner PerkinsMenlo Park · $500K – $15M

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

Undisclosed amountSeries BMar 2022
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Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.

In the news

Why this tech-focused money manager is buying Propel Holdings and recently sold Micron - The Globe and Mailtheglobeandmail.com · Jul 2026

Propel Venture Partners Announces $100M Fund V | Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLPgunder.com · Jul 2025

Propel raises $50m Series B to help Americans with low income make it through the month, every month | by Propel | Mediummedium.com · Mar 2022

Frequently asked questions

What does Propel do?: Propel builds technology that improves government benefits access and management for Americans facing financial hardship. The platform combines benefits navigation tools with user insights that inform policymakers working to strengthen the social safety net.
Who founded Propel?: Propel was founded by Jimmy Chen, Jeff Kaiser, Ram Mehta.
Who are Propel's investors?: Propel's investors include Andreessen Horowitz, Kleiner Perkins.
Where is Propel headquartered?: Propel is headquartered in Brooklyn, US.