Rec
6 known investors
Rec builds a software platform for Parks and Recreation departments to manage sports programming, facilities, and instruction while helping residents discover and access community sports activities and events.
Founders & leadership
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Birju KadakiainFounder
Investors · 6
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$6M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2025
- $6MSeed roundOct 2025 · 2 sources
Blumberg Capital (lead), Gradient Ventures (lead)
Source ↗ - Undisclosed amountSeries AJan 2025Source ↗
Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
Competitors · 4
by search overlapPickleheads2352 shared keywordsDigital home for pickleball enthusiasts and coaches where users can find local courts, connect with players, and play more pickleball
Leagueapps2167 shared keywordsLeagueApps provides a platform for organizing and managing youth sports programs and leagues. It serves youth sports organizations, aiming to support the operation of sports experiences for kids.
Atly1944 shared keywordsAtly is a location discovery app that helps people find restaurants, bars, and places to visit through personalized recommendations and user-generated tips. The consumer platform has been described as combining social community content with map-based navigation.
Swimply1819 shared keywordsSwimply is a peer-to-peer marketplace that connects pool owners with people seeking to rent private pools, hot tubs, sports courts, and other outdoor spaces on an hourly basis. The platform operates across 150+ cities in the U.S., Canada, and Australia, with pricing typically ranging from $25 to $100 per hour.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Rec do?
- Rec builds a software platform for Parks and Recreation departments to manage sports programming, facilities, and instruction while helping residents discover and access community sports activities and events.
- Who founded Rec?
- Rec was founded by Birju Kadakia.
- Who are Rec's investors?
- Rec's investors include Crosslink Capital, Long Journey Ventures, NFX, Blumberg Capital, Gradient Ventures, Springbank.
- How much funding has Rec raised?
- Rec has disclosed $6M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.

