Government and Civil Society

Our Strategy in Government
and Civil Society

SJF invests in businesses that improve public services and make the institutions that support our society work more effectively for everyone. SJF also invests in models that protect public well-being and encourage the development of connected, diverse communities. Government agencies play a large part in addressing the climate crisis and improving health, educational and economic outcomes. We look to invest in companies helping those agencies achieve better outcomes more rapidly and more equitably.

Portfolio companies in SJF’s latest funds are improving efficiency in the government procurement process, identifying coordinated internet disinformation campaigns, and reducing spam and abusive comments on social media.

Pop quiz

What percentage of Americans have a favorable opinion of the federal government?

Answer: 22%. Americans view their state and local governments more favorably, at 50% and 61% respectively.

Source: Pew Research

Our Objectives in this Sector

1Enhance the Leverage of Government Services for Public Good

Improve quality, efficiency and delivery of public sector services to yield greater social and environmental benefits.

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2Improve Public Safety of Physical and Digital Spaces

Ensure security, safety, and well-being in public spaces, both physical and digital.

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3Strengthen Democracy, Civic Engagement, and Community

Protect democratic institutions and encourage diverse, connected, and resilient communities through innovative models of civic engagement, media, and connection.

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Dan Geballe has been an invaluable asset to us as a venture capitalist and board director, demonstrating unwavering support for us as founders. His attentive and diligent approach has been especially crucial in guiding our focus toward areas of immediate importance, enabling us to better understand and implement unit economics within our business. Dan consistently leverages his extensive network to provide us with access to essential services and expert advice, ensuring we have the tools and connections needed to succeed. His commitment has played a significant role in our growth and development, making him a trusted and essential part of our team.”

Jay Nath and Kamran Saddique, co-CEOs

Impact Highlights

Government and Civil Society Spotlights

Graphika Research Used In Meta's 'Biggest Single Takedown' of Accounts
Graphika's research identified a Chinese influence campaign that informed Meta's largest-ever takedown of accounts across Facebook and Instagram.
Denver Broncos Partner with Respondology
Respondology worked with the Denver Broncos to remove spam, bot accounts and hateful comments, which worsened during events like Pride Month and Black History Month.
Authorium and CALFIRE Use Challenge-Based Procurement
Authorium used a challenge-based procurement process to help CALFIRE respond more quickly to wildfires in 2020.
Waycare Wins CES Smart Cities Innovation Award
Waycare, a subsidiary of Rekor Systems, won a 2022 CES Innovation Award in the Smart Cities category. Waycare’s technology yields an 18% reduction in primary crashes on monitored roads and incident identification up to nine minutes quicker than traditional reporting methods.
Kofile Launches GovOS to Digitize Government Processes
After acquiring SeamlessDocs in 2020, Kofile has launched a suite of products to help government agencies bring paper-based processes online.
Modaxo Acquires TransLoc
Modaxo, a global mobility company based in Canada, acquired TransLoc in 2022. TransLoc has helped over 1,500 transportation providers power more than 600 million rides per year.