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Promise
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Promise

Promise

Series B

Modern payment platform for government agencies, enhancing efficiency and community trust.

HQ
Oakland, CA, US
Founded
2017
Accelerator
Y Combinator logoY CombinatorW18
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Promise, founded with a mission to modernize and humanize government payments, offers a comprehensive payment processing platform tailored for government agencies. The company aims to increase revenue and operational efficiency while helping residents manage payments with dignity and ease, thereby avoiding the negative consequences of non-payment. Promise’s services are designed to strengthen the relationship between government agencies and the communities they serve, ensuring that government operations are more accessible and effective for all.

Notable affiliated individuals and investors include those who have a strong background in technology and public service, contributing to the company's innovative approach. Key achievements include successfully increasing payment compliance rates and improving user satisfaction for various government clients. Overall, Promise has had a significant impact on making government payments more efficient and humane, fostering greater trust and cooperation between public institutions and the communities they serve.

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Promise - Quick Facts

Who are Promise's competitors?

Companies similar to Promise include Latent Space, BlueHill Payments, Truss and Payarc.

When was Promise founded?

Promise was founded in 2017.

Where is Promise's headquarters located?

Promise's headquarters is located in Oakland, CA, US.

How much has Promise raised to-date?

As of Aug 1, 2022, Promise has raised a total of $48.1M (USD).

How many employees does Promise have?

Promise has 40 employees as of Apr 29, 2024.

Promise - Classification

Ownership
  • Venture Capital
Technology
  • FinTech
  • Govtech
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Recurring
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Government
Main Product
  • Payment Processing
Tags
  • SaaS
NAICS
  • 520000Finance and Insurance
  • 522000Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
  • 522300Activities Related to Credit Intermediation
  • 522320Financial Transactions Processing, Reserve, and Clearinghouse Activities
SIC
  • 8700Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management, And Related Services
  • 8740Management And Public Relations Services
  • 8742Management Consulting Services
Show 4 more industry codes
SIC
  • 6000Depository Institutions
  • 6200Security And Commodity Brokers, Dealers, Exchanges, And Services
  • 6280Services Allied With The Exchange Of Securities Or Commodities
  • 6282Investment Advice