When you hear the word “fundraising”, what’s the first thought that comes to mind? Your answer might evoke a mix of emotions like excitement and frustration depending on your experience. There is also a good chance that when you think of fundraising you think of words like “venture capital”, “equity”, and/or “valuation.”

Ines and Melli, founders of Vyld, a German startup creating period products using seaweed. Photo courtesy of Vyld.