Danone's corporate venture arm since 2016, investing $1M-$10M in food, beverage, and personalized-nutrition startups.
Why this could be a strong fit
A strong fit for seed-stage Food tech or Plant-based founders building out of New York, NY (+ Paris) who want structured mentorship, capital, and investor introductions.
What you need to qualify
- An early-stage startup aligned with Danone's focus (Food tech, Plant-based, Healthtech)
- A committed founding team able to participate for the full program duration
- Willingness to participate in person or remotely, per the program format
- Acceptance of the program’s standard investment/equity terms (confirm current terms directly)
How to apply
- 1
Check eligibility
Confirm your startup fits Danone Manifesto Ventures's stage and focus criteria on the official site.
- 2
Submit an application
Apply via Danone Manifesto Ventures's official application channel on its website.
- 3
Screening & interviews
Shortlisted teams are typically invited to interviews or pitch sessions with the program team.
- 4
Join remotely
Accepted teams participate in the program online or in a hybrid format.
Frequently asked
Terms vary by cohort/track. Confirm current equity and funding details when applying.
Up to $10M, though the exact figure can vary by cohort or track. (verify current amount)
It's operated by Danone, based in New York, NY (+ Paris), United States.
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