— A Private Investment Initiative
Capital for founders who want a partner, not just a check.
The Pachira Growth Fund invests in early-stage businesses — backed by a CPA and real estate investor who shows up as an advisor, not a name on a cap table.
$20K-100K
Investment Range
10%+
Minimum Equity Stake
4
Stages to a Decision
Most funding falls into two camps — neither one fits founders building something real.
The Bank
Collateral matters more than your concept. Approval is slow, and there’s no one to call when you need a second opinion on a hard decision.
The Silent Investor
The check clears, and then the relationship goes quiet. You gained capital, but not a partner who understands where you’re trying to go.
There’s a third option…
An investor who reads your P&L before your pitch deck.
The Pachira Growth Fund is a private round investing in one to two early-stage businesses at a time — with real equity, and a founder who wants a genuine advisor at the table, not just a source of capital.
Built From Real Numbers
A working real estate portfolio and small business background, not a theoretical understanding of what founders face.
A Voice, Not a Vote of Silence
I invest for a seat at the table — involved enough to be useful, without stepping into your role.
A CPA’s Read on Your Numbers
Every business gets reviewed the way I'd review my own — margins, structure, and where the money is actually going.
Who this round is built for.
✅ Early-stage businesses ready to scale, with or without revenue yet on the books.
✅ Concepts in food & beverage, beauty & wellness, or community and gathering spaces.
✅ Based in DC, Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, or Delaware — or open to landing there.
✅ Founders genuinely open to collaboration — not just capital, but counsel.
**Pre-revenue with a strong concept is still worth an application.
Four rounds. Each one narrower than the last.
1
Apply
A short application covering the basics of your business, your ask, and where you operate.
5 Questions
2
Deeper Dive
Qualified applicants share more on industry, growth plans, and how funds would be used.
Automated Review
3
Tell Your Story
A short written round, in your own words, on why now is the right time for investment.
Personally Reviewed
4
Let’s Talk
Final applicants join a live conversation to see if the fit is really there, both ways.
Final Round
Ready to find out if it’s a fit?
Applications for this round are open now. Spots are limited to one or two investments.