Positive Polar Featured Among New Impact Offerings - July 28, 2025
This Week's New Crowdfund Offerings With Social Impact, Minority, Women and LGBTQ Founders
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Each week, Superpowers for Good shares a list of new impact-related offerings added to FINRA-Registered crowdfunding portals and by broker-dealers. We’ll share four separate lists:
Impact offerings determined by our proprietary analysis.
Offerings with minority founders.
Deals with women founders.
Those with LGBTQ founders.
Sometimes, it takes weeks for our source to determine that a company has a social impact, a woman, minority or LGBTQ founder. When we discover an offering qualifies for our list, even if it is no longer new, we will include it. See the lists below.
Devin’s Impact Pick of the Week
Each Friday, Devin will share his favorite impact investment opportunity from the list shared on Monday. Devin’s Impact Pick of the Week will be available only for the Impact Members of the SuperCrowd. You can join the Impact Members by subscribing to this monthly newsletter for just $5.95! Join the SuperCrowd today!
SuperCrowd Social Impact Offerings of the Week:
Positive Polar, with a valuation of $10 million, is raising funds on Wefunder. The company operates a unique science expedition cruise line that combines exhilarating passenger experiences with a mission to restore ocean health. Positive Polar aims to revolutionize expedition cruising by integrating whale biomimicry technology that converts ship waste into materials that support marine ecosystems. Their approach leverages ticket sales, cargo delivery, carbon credit sales, and licensing for diversified and resilient revenue streams.
Founded by Jenn Bonilla, PhD (President and Co-Founder) and Hugo Hinrichsen (CEO, Captain, and Co-Founder), Positive Polar creates unforgettable adventures like the “Positive Whaler,” where guests engage directly with whale scientists to capture marine samples. At least 5% of guest ticket revenues are reinvested into ocean-restoring R&D, with a focus on technologies that may generate billions in environmental and commercial value.
The company is backed by an accomplished operational and scientific team with experience in value generation through cruising and licensing. The current regulated investment crowdfunding campaign invites backers to support a movement that blends eco-conscious tourism with tangible ocean restoration. (We use AI to help us write offerings summaries.)
SuperCrowd Minority Founders Offerings of the Week:
Greenfield Community Solar is raising funds on Climatize. Developed by Plankton Energy and led by CEO Daniel Giuffrida in partnership with Nik Mittal, the project brings clean energy access to households in Greenfield, Massachusetts through a 295 kW community solar installation. Built with domestic content and backed by the Massachusetts SMART program, the system is designed to benefit residents without rooftop access, helping them save on energy costs while contributing to a greener future.
The solar system is projected to generate 372,000 kWh of electricity annually, preventing 264 metric tons of CO₂ emissions each year—the equivalent of eliminating 653,000 miles of gas-powered driving. This initiative reflects Plankton Energy’s mission to deliver community-first energy solutions with measurable financial and environmental impact.
Plankton Energy, founded in 2018, has a strong track record of crafting custom commercial solar strategies. With a team experienced in development, engineering, construction, and finance, the company has developed over one gigawatt of clean energy projects and deployed solar systems across 85 commercial properties. The current crowdfunding campaign supports a high-impact community solar project reshaping how clean energy is delivered and shared. (We use AI to help us write offerings summaries.)
SuperCrowd Women Founders Offerings of the Week:
The Williamson County Bagel Company is raising funds on SMBX. Located in Cedar Park, Texas—one of the fastest-growing communities in the country—the family-owned bagelry offers handcrafted, in-house-made bagels and deli-style sandwiches. With few local breakfast options in the area, the shop brings authentic flavor and tradition to a market ready for something fresh and familiar.
Co-owned by Alexandra and Scott Lawson, the business was born from a shared love of food and a dream to build something meaningful in their new community. Drawing from Scott’s years of hobby baking and Alexandra’s cultural connection to bagels, they’ve created a warm, neighborhood gathering spot known for its quality, consistency, and welcoming atmosphere—whether it’s for a weekday grab-and-go or a leisurely weekend brunch.
The current crowdfunding campaign proceeds will be used for working capital, equipment and furniture purchases, as well as payroll and other operating expenses, helping the Williamson County Bagel Company grow and serve even more members of its vibrant local community. (We use AI to help us write offerings summaries.)
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SuperCrowd LGBTQ Founders Offerings of the Week:
No New LGBTQ Founders Offerings This Week.
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Upcoming SuperCrowd Event Calendar
If a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.
Impact Cherub Club Meeting hosted by The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, on August 19, 2025, at 1:00 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.
SuperCrowdHour, August 20, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern. Devin Thorpe, CEO and Founder of The Super Crowd, Inc., will lead a session on "Your Portal, Your Future: How to Choose the Right Reg CF Platform." With so many investment crowdfunding portals available today, selecting the right one can be overwhelming for both founders and investors. In this session, Devin will break down the critical factors to consider—such as platform fees, audience demographics, compliance support, industry focus, and overall user experience. Whether you're a founder planning a raise or an investor exploring where to put your dollars to work, you’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of how to evaluate and choose the platform that best aligns with your goals. Don’t miss this practical, insight-packed hour designed to help you take your next step in the Reg CF ecosystem with confidence.
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Community Event Calendar
Successful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET - Click on Events
Devin Thorpe is featured in a free virtual masterclass series hosted by Irina Portnova titled Break Free, Elevate Your Money Mindset & Call In Overflow, focused on transforming your relationship with money through personal stories and practical insights. June 8-21, 2025.
Join Dorian Dickinson, founder & CEO of FundingHope, for Startup.com’s monthly crowdfunding workshop, where he'll dive into strategies for successfully raising capital through investment crowdfunding. June 24 at noon Eastern.
Future Forward Summit: San Francisco, Wednesday, June 25 · 3:30 - 8:30 pm PDT.
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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