Decks For Good

Product Introduction

1. Definition: Decks For Good is a nonprofit platform (technical category: SaaS-enabled social impact service) connecting startups with expert advisors for fundraising pitch deck reviews. Users donate directly to vetted charities to access feedback from venture capitalists (VCs) and serial founders.
2. Core Value Proposition: It eliminates barriers to high-quality fundraising advice by leveraging charitable donations as payment, ensuring 100% of contributions support nonprofits while providing startups with actionable investor insights. Primary keywords: fundraising pitch feedback, VC-backed deck review, startup advisor network, charitable pitch critique.

Main Features

1. Vetted Advisor Network: Access 50+ pre-screened experts including VCs (e.g., DCVC, Avalanche), founders with exits (e.g., $60M bootstrapped exit), and angels (e.g., investors in Flexport, Hugging Face). Advisors provide granular feedback via document-sharing tools (Google Slides, Figma).
2. Direct Charity Donation: Users donate $1,000 via secure payment gateways directly to partner nonprofits (e.g., Saint Louise House). Decks For Good processes zero payments—nonprofits receive full donations for homelessness support services.
3. Structured Feedback Pipeline: Submit decks digitally; receive annotated critiques targeting investor expectations (e.g., TAM/SAM/SOM analysis, bottoms-up financials). Includes optional investor intros for aligned startups.
4. Nonprofit Transparency: Self-funded operational model with public advisor lists and charity impact reports (e.g., housing for women/children).

Problems Solved

1. Pain Point: Startups lack access to elite advisors for pitch refinement, leading to failed fundraises. Traditional consulting costs $5k-$20k, excluding charitable impact.
2. Target Audience: Seed-to-Series A founders, social impact startups, and solo entrepreneurs preparing investor pitches.
3. Use Cases:
   • Revising market-size estimates post-VC rejection (e.g., refining $4.2B TAM to $280M SOM).
   • Incorporating technical feedback from multi-exit founders before accelerator applications (e.g., Y Combinator).
   • Aligning pitch narratives with sector-specific VCs (e.g., AI-focused Gradient Ventures partners).

Unique Advantages

1. Differentiation: Unlike paid services (e.g., Fiverr, Upwork), 100% of user funds drive social good while delivering institutional-grade feedback. Competitors lack comparable advisor caliber (e.g., GPs from $3.5B AUM funds).
2. Key Innovation: Dual-impact model—charitable donations unlock otherwise inaccessible networks. Nonprofit status ensures zero fee skimming, contrasting revenue-driven alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How does Decks For Good ensure feedback quality? Advisors are vetted for track records (e.g., 50+ angel investments, PE acquisitions), with feedback samples publicly available (e.g., TAM/SAM critiques).
2. Can Decks For Good guarantee startup investments? While not guaranteed, advisors facilitate intros for standout pitches—past users secured backing from network VCs.
3. What nonprofits benefit from donations? Partners like Saint Louise House provide audited impact reports, offering transitional housing and skills training for homeless families.
4. Is $1,000 the only donation tier? Currently, $1,000 unlocks full advisor feedback; variable pricing may expand based on nonprofit partnerships.
5. How quickly do advisors respond? Turnaround averages 72 hours post-donation, expedited by direct nonprofit payment integration.