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Who invested in Persevere

One round we have observed, with the 2 investors named in it. Every figure came from a named source, and where the company reported a raise to the SEC itself, that is shown beside it.

Nonprofit

Funding summaryUpdated 26 Oct 2026

$15Mraised across 1 round since 2022, from 1 source

Latest round
Grant, $15MAug 2022
Investors
2
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The rounds

  1. Aug 2022
    Grant$15M

    Source recorded

Founders and team

From Persevere's own website: 24 on the team.

  • Stacey BooksChief Executive Officer
  • Emma GrahamVolunteer Manager & VCIF Program Coordinator
  • Alexis TresslerDirector of Program Operations
  • Andrew CroweMemphis Men's Transition Home Manager
  • Andrew ThomasSenior Developer
  • Aurianah SeymourOJT Intern
  • Byron CunninghamOJT Intern
  • Candida CookMarketing Intern
  • Casey TaylorIT Manager
  • Cecilla ReedQuality and Compliance Manager
  • Fal BrownDirector of Specialized Programs
  • Indigo CollierEmployment Specialist / Marketing & Social Media Specialist
  • Jake ShaferSenior Manager of Learning & Innovation
  • James SpencerMarketing Intern
  • Jerrany SullivanOJT Intern
  • Katie LotzWorkforce Pathways & Strategic Initiatives Manager
  • Kelan BranchOJT Intern
  • Laura CarvajalData Analyst

And 6 more on the team.

Everyone who backed them

Economic Development AdministationInvestment firm1round
U.S. Department of CommerceGovernment1round

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Quick answers about Persevere

Who invested in Persevere?

Persevere's investors include Economic Development Administation and U.S. Department of Commerce.

How much has Persevere raised?

Persevere has raised $15M across 1 round since 2022.

When did Persevere last raise?

Persevere's most recent round was a Grant of $15M in Aug 2022.

What was Persevere's biggest round?

Its most recent round, $15M in Aug 2022, is also its largest on record.

Who backed Persevere first?

Persevere's first round on record, in Aug 2022, was backed by Economic Development Administation and U.S. Department of Commerce.

What stage is Persevere at?

Persevere's latest named round is a Grant, in Aug 2022.

Where is Persevere based?

Persevere is based in the United States.

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