Ground Squirrel Ventures Investment

Momentum continues as another institutional investor backs Ownify.

Welcoming Ground Squirrel Ventures to the Ownify Home Fund

We’re excited to announce that Ground Squirrel Ventures (GSV) has made a significant investment in the Ownify Home Fund. In recognition of the size and long-term nature of their commitment, GSV also received equity participation in the Ownify operating company — a structure designed to tightly align incentives between the fund, the platform, and our shared mission.

Ground Squirrel Ventures focuses on early-stage impact investments across the U.S. and emerging markets, backing companies that expand economic opportunity and build long-term resilience. Their investment reflects a shared belief in homeownership as a powerful wealth-building tool and confidence in Ownify’s ability to generate durable, risk-adjusted returns.

Ground Squirrel Ventures joins a group of notable institutional investors backing Ownify across both its operating company and real estate fund, including Lobby Capital, Fortified Ventures, Unwritten Capital, Socially Financed, UI Charitable, and Realize Impact. 

At Ownify, we’re building a fundamentally better path to homeownership by combining a superior financial structure with a seamless technology platform and an exceptional customer experience. GSV’s involvement validates not only the strength of the Ownify Home Fund, but also the broader vision we’re executing across the business. 

We’d also like to recognize Brian Shaw, whose expertise and guidance were instrumental in shaping this partnership. Brian is a recognized leader in impact investing, advising angel investors and high-net-worth individuals on private and alternative investment portfolios. His perspective, thoughtful diligence, and belief in what we’re building played a meaningful role in bringing Ground Squirrel Ventures into the Ownify story.

We’re proud to welcome GSV as a partner and look forward to building the future of homeownership together.

Interested in joining Ground Squirrel Ventures in addressing the homeownership crisis? You can get started investing here by scheduling a meeting with a member of our team.