# Pigeonly

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/pigeonly

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Las Vegas, US
- Website: www.pigeon.ly
- Total disclosed funding: $1M
- Latest round: Seed (Sep 20, 2013)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Pigeonly, Inc. provides an innovative platform for inmate communication, enabling families and friends to effortlessly connect with incarcerated loved ones through digital letter and photo services.Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Las Vegas, US, Pigeonly simplifies inmate communication by allowing users to send letters, photos, greeting cards, and postcards directly from their devices. The company has attracted attention in the inmate services space, raising a total of USD 2.2 mn in its latest funding round on December 11, 2015. The CEO, Frederick Hutson, has a background in the tech industry, having previously contributed to other ventures.Pigeonly specializes in simplifying inmate communication through a suite of services designed for individuals looking to maintain contact with incarcerated loved ones. The company's core offerings include the ability to send letters, photos, greeting cards, and postcards directly from a mobile device, tablet, or computer. These services address the complexities of traditional communication methods, enhancing connections between inmates and their families across various correctional facilities. Pigeonly's services are available nationwide, catering to a diverse clientele seeking affordable and efficient solutions for staying in touch with inmates.Pigeonly generates revenue through a transactional model that allows customers to access its services on a pay-per-use basis or through subscription plans. Clients pay a flat rate for sending letters and photos, with various pricing tiers based on the type and number of items sent. This approach allows Pigeonly to cater to a broad range of needs from individuals sending occasional messages to those who utilize multiple services regularly, ensuring efficient communication solutions for families navigating the correctional system.In December 2015, Pigeonly raised USD 2.2 mn of venture funding to support its initiatives, which include developing new products to enhance inmate communication and expanding its services into additional states and correctional facilities. The company is actively working on launching new features and services that will streamline the communication process, with an aim for rollout in 2023. This funding will be critical for facilitating this strategic expansion and innovation.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Sep 20, 2013, $1M — Kapor Capital, Base Ventures

## Investors

- Kapor Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kapor-capital) — Seed
- Base Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/base-ventures) — Seed