Where we often start
Focused sprints
Short, defined projects that move a specific need forward quickly, and a practical way to get to know each other.
- Financial model
- Business plan
- Investor-readiness review or capital strategy
VIDA Impact
Partners in building impact enterprises that last.
A hands-on partner for social enterprises and the investors who back them, aligning strategy, capital and execution toward self-sustaining growth.
The gap we close
Promising enterprises often raise the wrong money.
Mission-driven companies are frequently pushed toward capital that doesn't match how they grow: equity when they need working capital, or grants when they're ready for investment. The mismatch costs time, control and momentum.
VIDA starts with the business, not the round. Together with founders, we work out what the enterprise needs, what it can carry and which funders are a real fit. The plan that comes out of that work belongs to the team, and the capital it attracts strengthens the company instead of straining it.
How we work
From diagnosis to delivery
Four stages, one team. Select a stage to see what it involves.
What you leave with
Services
Two ways to work with us
Most partnerships start with a focused piece of work. When there's a fit, they grow from there.
Where it can grow
Ongoing partnership
For enterprises ready to grow over several stages. VIDA works as an embedded part of your leadership team on strategy, financing and execution, from seed through later rounds.
- Business planning and financial strategy
- Capital raising and investor relationships (see Capital Advisory)
- Execution support, reporting and governance
Capital Advisory
Capital that fits the business
When it's time to raise, we work with founders to design and secure capital matched to how the enterprise grows, and we stay engaged with the investors who provide it.
Capital strategy
Sizing, timing and structuring the raise across instruments, from grants and debt to revenue-based finance and equity.
Investor readiness
The financial model, materials and story funders need to make a confident decision.
Aligned funders
Introductions to funders whose mandate, return expectations and timeline fit, with support through to close.
Stewardship after close
Reporting and relationships that keep investors informed and the next stage within reach.
Broker-dealer services
Securities-related services are offered through Pickwick Capital Partners, LLC, member FINRA / SIPC. Dan Chapman is a registered representative of Pickwick Capital Partners. This website does not offer any investment or security.
Who we work with
Built for enterprises that put impact at the core
Water
Food systems
Poverty alleviation
Sustainable building materials
We partner with social enterprises and impact-driven companies across North and Latin America that have early traction and are ready to scale. Our work so far spans these four areas, and we're open to enterprises beyond them.
We bring in technology, including AI, where it genuinely adds value, but our work is human first: judgment, relationships and follow-through.
About
Led by people who've done the work
Brent Chapman
Director
Brent brings 40 years of experience across the real estate, finance and fund management industries. He has held President, CEO and Director roles with several private and public companies.
We work as partners to founders and as stewards of the capital that backs them.
Get in touch
Founder, funder or partner? If our missions align, let's talk.
Whether you're building an impact enterprise, investing in one or working alongside them, we want to hear what you're working toward. Where the mission is shared, we'll find the right way to work together.
Prefer email? dan@vida-impact.com