The Rise Fund
Impact investorFort Worth · Growth · 11 people tracked
Also known as Rise Advisors, Llc · TPG CAPITAL ADVISORS, LLC
Investment thesis
The Rise Fund pioneered institutional-scale impact investing and forms part of TPG's Impact Platform, which pursues non-concessionary (market-rate) returns alongside measurable social and environmental impact. It invests through growth equity, private equity, and infrastructure strategies, backing mission-driven founders in areas such as climate, education, financial inclusion, healthcare, and technology. The platform relies on TPG's global resources, an advisor network, and a corporate coalition to source deals and build value. Impact is rigorously assessed through Y Analytics, a dedicated public benefit entity that measures and manages social and environmental outcomes across the portfolio.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 18, 2026.
Team · 11 people
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What they invest in
from 3 of 4 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×1Cleantech ×1Climate Tech ×1Consumer ×1EdTech ×1FoodTech ×1Impact & Social Good ×1Wellness & Fitness ×1
HQs:United States×1
Investments · 4 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathDigital House offers online courses and certifications in programming, AI, data, and marketing, delivered through a subscription platform for individuals, companies, and educational institutions.
AI & Machine LearningEdTech
Co-investorsKaszek VenturesRiverwood CapitalEndeavor CatalystOmidyar Network
San Francisco, US
Christopher Carson(Executive Officer, Director)Samuel Dundee(Executive Officer)Connie Valencia(Executive Officer)
BoardSteve Ellis(Director)Lisa Schule(Director)Rajani Ramanathan(Director)
Co-investorsNTT DOCOMO Ventures
LIVEKINDLY operates flagship physical destinations combining plant-based dining, boutique stores for sustainable fashion, cruelty-free beauty, and wellness products, plus spa treatments and culinary classes.
ConsumerFoodTechWellness & Fitness
Co-investorsAgronomics
Rubicon Carbon offers curated portfolios of carbon credits for corporate buyers, allowing clients to build bespoke portfolios aligned with their climate and sustainability goals.
CleantechClimate TechImpact & Social Good
Co-investorsJetBlue VenturesSKY VCBank of AmericaTPG
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesRubicon Carbon · bloomberg.com · Aug 7, 2026
LIVEKINDLY · agfundernews.com · Aug 6, 2026
Fund performance · per public LP disclosures · 5
as of Sep 2025| Fund | Vintage | Committed | Net IRR | TVPI | DPI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Rise Fund III, L.P.LPs: Washington State Investment Board, California Public Employees' Retirement System | 2023 | — | 24.0% | 1.30x | 0.04x |
| The Rise Fund IILPs: New Jersey Division of Investment, Florida State Board of Administration | 2019 | — | — | 1.32x | 0.00x |
| The Rise Fund (A), L.P.LPs: California Public Employees' Retirement System, New Mexico Educational Retirement Board | 2017 | — | 10.0% | 1.46x | 0.61x |
| The Rise Fund, L.P.LPs: Empire State Development – New York Ventures, The Regents of the University of California, Hawaii Employees' Retirement System +1 more | 2017 | — | 9.4% | 1.43x | 0.63x |
| The Rise Fund I, L.P.LPs: Florida State Board of Administration | 2007 | — | 21.9% | 1.65x | 0.36x |
Source: public limited-partner disclosures (CalPERS, CalSTRS). Net IRR / TVPI / DPI as reported by the limited partner; a fund's early-year IRR is an interim estimate (J-curve).
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does The Rise Fund invest at?
- The Rise Fund invests at the Growth stage.
- What sectors does The Rise Fund focus on?
- The Rise Fund focuses on AgTech, Cleantech, Climate Tech, EdTech, Energy, Enterprise Software, Fintech, FoodTech, Healthtech, Impact & Social Good, Mobility & Transportation, SaaS, Wellness & Fitness.
- Where is The Rise Fund located?
- The Rise Fund is headquartered in Fort Worth, US.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the team9. The Rise Fund’s Steve Ellis
Persefoni · Steve Ellis
The Seed of A Vision - Maya Chorengel, Senior Partner of The Rise Fund
Retellable Storytelling · Maya Chorengel
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