$5.6 Million in Healing and Hope: How Regulated Impact Crowdfunding is Transforming Healthcare & Wellness
From AI-powered respiratory care to LGBTQ-owned wellness spaces, these founders show how community capital fuels innovation, inclusion, and lasting impact.
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Last week marked another milestone for regulated impact crowdfunding (Reg CF), with seven healthcare and wellness campaigns collectively raising over $5.6 million. These campaigns represent the forefront of innovation, combining technology, community impact, and inclusivity. Among the shining stars are Health Care Originals and Inner Space KC, both featured on Superpowers For Good show for their groundbreaking work in their respective domains.
Reg CF continues to open doors for founders who are not only solving real-world problems but doing so while offering tangible investment opportunities to everyday investors. Let’s explore the latest campaigns, insights from their success, and what this means for investors and founders alike.
Spotlight on Funded Campaigns
Eliaz Therapeutics – A Game-Changer in Sepsis Care
Platform: Wefunder | Security: SAFE | Total Raised: $2,535,635
Eliaz Therapeutics, valued at $49.5M, has developed XGal-3, a medical device designed to halt the progression of sepsis by targeting Galectin-3, a key protein in the inflammatory cascade. With 60 patents across 34 countries, this technology holds potential not only for sepsis but also for applications in cancer and kidney disease. Founded in 2015 by Isaac Eliaz, the company exceeded its minimum target of $50,000, signaling strong investor confidence in high-impact medical innovation.
Funds raised will accelerate product development, QA, regulatory activities, and clinical readiness, positioning Eliaz for the next stage of healthcare disruption.
AlphaRose Therapeutics – Personalized Medicine for Rare Pediatric Diseases
Platform: StartEngine | Security: Equity - Common | Total Raised: $1,622,058
AlphaRose Therapeutics is pioneering personalized medicine for children with rare genetic disorders, leveraging antisense oligonucleotide technology. Their flagship treatment, Rosiphersen, targets HNRNPH2 gene mutations, while their AI-driven pipeline identifies other potential therapies. Founded in 2023 by Casey McPherson, AlphaRose exceeded its minimum funding goal of $124K, showing that investors are increasingly drawn to biotech with scalable, life-saving potential.
Crowdfunding proceeds will fund research and development, staffing, and operational expansion, ensuring rapid translation from lab to patient care.
Health Care Originals – Virtual Respiratory Care Goes Mainstream
Platform: Wefunder | Security: Equity - Preferred | Total Raised: $1,109,044
A Max Impact member of Superpowers For Good and SuperCrowdLA award winner, Health Care Originals is transforming respiratory care with its AI-powered virtual platform. The system provides personalized, always-on support for patients with asthma and COPD. With 12,000 members on the waitlist and $5.5M in projected recurring revenue, founder Sharon Samjitsingh and co-founder Jared Dwarika demonstrate how technology can enhance patient care while maintaining human empathy.
Funds will be applied to marketing, device manufacturing, FDA clearance, hiring, and IP protection, further solidifying their position as a healthcare innovator.
Congratulations to Sharon and Health Care Originals for this achievement!
SHIFTit Health – Reinventing Healthcare Staffing
Platform: Wefunder | Security: SAFE | Total Raised: $129,760
SHIFTit Health is revolutionizing healthcare staffing by replacing traditional agencies with a tech-driven SaaS marketplace. Hospitals and facilities can onboard staff seamlessly, while workers maintain flexibility and work-life balance. With contracts in 19 hospitals and 1,200 facilities, SHIFTit Health demonstrates that operational efficiency in healthcare staffing is ripe for innovation.
Funds will be used for product development, marketing, and operational support, enabling scaling of this workforce solution.
Elivate – Longevity-as-a-Service
Platform: StartEngine | Security: Equity - Common | Total Raised: $128,856
Elivate provides proactive aging and cellular rejuvenation therapies via a house-call model, delivering measurable results through biological age metrics. Founders Deirdre Davi and Kerry Glancy have built a model with 80% gross margins and high customer satisfaction.
Crowdfunding will support marketing, operations, growth initiatives, and technology enhancements, tapping into the booming longevity market.
Aphios Pharma – Cannabis-Based Therapeutics for Chronic Conditions
Platform: NetCapital | Security: Equity - Common | Total Raised: $65,993
Aphios Pharma develops nano-encapsulated cannabinoids for chronic medical needs, including pain, anxiety, and opioid use disorder. With backing from NCI, NCCIH, and NIDA, the company is combining biotech and sustainable innovation.
Funds will accelerate preclinical studies, R&D, and operations, reinforcing Aphios Pharma’s position in the green biotech sector.
Inner Space KC – Inclusive Wellness for the LGBTQ Community
Platform: Honeycomb | Security: Debt | Total Raised: $44,209
Inner Space KC, featured on Superpowers For Good show, is an LGBTQ-owned yoga, movement, and healing arts studio in Kansas City. The studio combines traditional and contemporary practices and provides a sober, recovery-supportive environment.
Founder Briar Rose Penney has created a vibrant community hub while leveraging crowdfunding to expand offerings, train teachers, and enhance digital access.
Congratulations to Briar Rose Penney and Inner Space KC for bringing wellness and inclusivity together!
How We Filter Impact Campaigns
At SuperCrowd, we curate offerings based on mission alignment, transparency, and measurable social or environmental impact. Each campaign is assessed using proprietary filters:
Founder Diversity: Minority, women, and LGBTQ-led startups are given added weight.
Impact Potential: Social or environmental outcomes must be measurable and scalable.
Investor Protections: Transparency, valuation integrity, and security type assessment (Equity, SAFE, or Debt).
Traction & Validation: Proof of concept, revenue, or pilot success.
This rigorous filtering ensures that every recommendation represents both impact and investment potential.
Investor Insights & Startup Advice
For Investors:
Diversify Across Security Types: Combining SAFE, preferred equity, and debt rounds balances risk and potential upside.
Prioritize Proven Founders: Track records, prior revenue, or validated pilots are strong indicators of execution capacity.
Impact Alignment Matters: Investors increasingly prefer offerings that produce tangible societal benefits, which often correlate with long-term sustainability.
For Founders:
Build Community Before Raising: Active engagement with potential investors and users drives higher raise success.
Showcase Measurable Impact: Clear metrics for social or environmental outcomes resonate with both retail and accredited investors.
Choose the Right Platform & Security: Tailor security types to your growth stage and platform reach to maximize investor confidence.
Predictions for Reg CF
Healthcare and Wellness Dominance: Expect more AI-driven and biotech innovations in upcoming Reg CF campaigns.
Blended Capital Models: SAFE + Debt + Equity will become common, offering flexible options for investors and founders.
Increased Investor Sophistication: Retail investors are evaluating not just financial upside but also social ROI.
Digital & Remote Participation: More campaigns will include virtual demos, AI-assisted Q&A, and tokenized investor experiences.
Closing Thoughts
The last week’s $5.6M in impact funding demonstrates that community capital is fueling healthcare innovation, inclusivity, and sustainable solutions. From AI-powered respiratory care to LGBTQ wellness hubs, Reg CF empowers investors to back companies making a tangible difference.
Congratulations once again to Health Care Originals and Inner Space KC — shining examples of mission-driven entrepreneurship.
For investors and founders, the message is clear: align impact with innovation, build community, and the market will respond. SuperCrowd continues to highlight these opportunities, offering deep insights and early access to campaigns that blend financial returns with societal impact.
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Max-Impact Members
The following Max-Impact Members provide valuable financial support to keep us operating:
Brian Christie, Brainsy | Carol Fineagan, Independent Consultant | Hiten Sonpal, RISE Robotics | John Berlet, CORE Tax Deeds, LLC. | Lory Moore, Lory Moore Law | Mark Grimes, Networked Enterprise Development | Matthew Mead, Hempitecture | Michael Pratt, Qnetic | Dr. Nicole Paulk, Siren Biotechnology | Paul Lovejoy, Stakeholder Enterprise | Pearl Wright, Global Changemaker | Scott Thorpe, Philanthropist | Sharon Samjitsingh, Health Care Originals
Upcoming SuperCrowd Event Calendar
If a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.
Superpowers for Good Live Pitch on October 6, 2025, hosted by Devin Thorpe on e360tv, will feature Core Tax Deeds, Dopple, ProActive Realty Group, and Victory Hemp Foods pitching their active Regulation Crowdfunding campaigns to a nationwide audience. Viewers can vote for their favorite companies, win prizes, ask live questions, and join a private investor Zoom session to engage directly with founders and even invest during the show. Don’t miss this free chance to discover and support purpose-driven startups—register here: https://thesupercrowd.com/25q3pitch
SuperCrowdHour, October 15, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern. Devin Thorpe, CEO and Founder of The Super Crowd, Inc., will lead a session on “The Perfect Pitch: Creating an Irresistible Offering.” As a former investment banker and author, Devin will guide entrepreneurs through the process of crafting a regulated investment crowdfunding offering that aligns with investor expectations and captures attention. In this session, he’ll share what makes a pitch compelling, how to structure terms that attract capital, and practical strategies for presenting your company’s story in a way that resonates with investors. Whether you’re launching your first community raise or refining a current campaign, this SuperCrowdHour will equip you with the tools to stand out and secure investor support. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to transform your vision into a pitch investors can’t resist.
Impact Cherub Club Meeting hosted by The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, on October 28, 2025, at 1:30 PM Eastern. Each month, the Club meets to review new offerings for investment consideration and to conduct due diligence on previously screened deals. To join the Impact Cherub Club, become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd.
SuperGreen Live, January 22–24, 2026, livestreaming globally. Organized by Green2Gold and The Super Crowd, Inc., this three-day event will spotlight the intersection of impact crowdfunding, sustainable innovation, and climate solutions. Featuring expert-led panels, interactive workshops, and live pitch sessions, SuperGreen Live brings together entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and activists to explore how capital and climate action can work hand in hand. With global livestreaming, VIP networking opportunities, and exclusive content, this event will empower participants to turn bold ideas into real impact. Don’t miss your chance to join tens of thousands of changemakers at the largest virtual sustainability event of the year.
Community Event Calendar
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Regulated Investment Crowdfunding Summit 2025, Crowdfunding Professional Association, Washington DC, October 21-22, 2025.
Impact Accelerator Summit is a live in-person event taking place in Austin, Texas, from October 23–25, 2025. This exclusive gathering brings together 100 heart-centered, conscious entrepreneurs generating $1M+ in revenue with 20–30 family offices and venture funds actively seeking to invest in world-changing businesses. Referred by Michael Dash, participants can expect an inspiring, high-impact experience focused on capital connection, growth, and global impact.
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