# Tinkergarten

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

- Industry: Education/Training
- Headquarters: Northampton, US
- Website: www.tinkergarten.com
- Total disclosed funding: $8.7M
- Latest round: Series A (Aug 8, 2017)
- Investors on record: 11

## About

Tinkergarten, Inc. is a US-based company that specializes in outdoor learning activities for children, fostering purposeful play and exploration in natural environments through engaging, guided experiences.Founded in 2012 in Northampton, US, Tinkergarten, Inc. focuses on providing outdoor learning experiences for children. The company was co-founded by Brian Fitzgerald and Meghan Fitzgerald, who continue to lead its mission. In April 2023, Tinkergarten was acquired by Highlights for Children, Inc., consolidating resources to expand its offerings. The company has successfully completed 6 deals to date, with the most recent funding round in April 2023 amounting to USD 21.00 mn, bringing the total amount raised to USD 21.00 mn, with investors including WndrCo.Tinkergarten offers outdoor learning activities designed for children, focusing on purposeful play in natural environments. Their core product includes 60-minute sessions led by certified Tinkergarten Leaders, which take place in various greenspaces across the United States. Additionally, Tinkergarten provides on-demand lessons that allow users to engage with the content at their convenience, offering the flexibility to play, pause, and replay sessions as desired. The primary target audience includes families with young children, educators, and caregivers, who are seeking to enhance children's learning experiences through outdoor exploration. The curriculum features expert-designed, play-based activities aimed at fostering curiosity, creativity, and connection to nature, thereby serving clients not only in urban areas but also in rural and suburban communities nationwide.Tinkergarten generates revenue through a direct-to-consumer model, specifically offering subscriptions to their outdoor learning sessions and activities. Families can enroll in recurring classes, which are facilitated by trained leaders, promoting ongoing engagement and learning for their children. Additionally, Tinkergarten provides a range of free DIY activities and resources through their blog, which can enhance the value of their paid offerings. This business structure allows for a mix of individual class payments and subscription plans that cater to different customer preferences. The company extends its reach through partnerships, as evidenced by its integration with Highlights for Children, which broadens the distribution and visibility of its programs and resources in various educational formats.Following its acquisition by Highlights for Children, Inc. in April 2023, Tinkergarten is set to leverage combined resources to enhance its product portfolio and expand its market presence. The company is focused on developing new products aimed at enhancing outdoor educational experiences for children. Specific details on new product launches or geographic expansion plans have not been disclosed. The recent funding will support these initiatives, further strengthening Tinkergarten's capabilities in providing quality outdoor learning activities.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Aug 8, 2017, $5.4M — Vista Ventures, City Light Capital, 500 Global, Brooklyn Bridge Ventures, Omidyar Network, Structure Capital, OWL Ventures, Reach Capital, Plum Alley, Outbound Ventures, Blue Collective
- Seed, Nov 3, 2016, $1.2M — Reach Capital
- Seed, Mar 18, 2016, $1.6M — City Light Capital, 500 Global, Omidyar Network, Outbound Ventures, Blue Collective
- Seed, May 14, 2015, $0.5M — Brooklyn Bridge Ventures, Structure Capital

## Investors

- Brooklyn Bridge Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/brooklyn-bridge-ventures) — Seed, Series A
- Structure Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/structure-capital) — Seed, Series A
- City Light Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/city-light-capital) — Seed, Series A
- 500 Global (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/500-global) — Seed, Series A
- Omidyar Network (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/omidyar-network) — Seed, Series A
- Outbound Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/outbound-ventures) — Seed, Series A
- Blue Collective (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/blue-collective) — Seed, Series A
- Reach Capital — Seed, Series A
- Vista Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/vista-ventures) — Series A
- OWL Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/owl-ventures) — Series A
- Plum Alley (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/plum-alley) — Series A