Legacy, founded at Harvard and a participant in Y Combinator's Summer 2019 batch, is a startup dedicated to revolutionizing fertility and family planning for men. Their core mission is to provide accessible, at-home solutions for sperm testing, improvement, and cryopreservation. Legacy aims to empower men to take control of their reproductive health by offering a comprehensive digital platform that facilitates these services. The company's market focus is on individuals and couples planning for future parenthood, addressing the growing need for fertility preservation and proactive health management.
Legacy has garnered significant support from prominent investors such as FirstMark Capital, Bain Capital Ventures, Section 32, and Tribe Capital. Additionally, celebrities like Justin Bieber and The Weeknd have invested in the company. Legacy's rapid growth is evidenced by raising nearly $50 million across four venture rounds within 2.5 years. The startup's impact lies in its innovative approach to male fertility, providing convenient and reliable solutions that have the potential to transform family planning and reproductive health practices globally.