The Fibers Fund

Business is based and primarily operating in the U.S.

As the first U.S. fund specifically focused on U.S. natural fiber farmers, ranchers, and processors, the Fibers Fund offers an opportunity for philanthropic funders, family offices, DAF holders, and accredited investors to invest in an overlooked sector with intersectional impact.

Seattle-based Botanical Colors is the premier U.S. supplier of natural dyes to artisans, dye houses, apparel brands, and industrial clients. Founded in 2010 by Kathy Hattori, Botanical Colors also works with regional organic and regenerative farmers to source U.S.-grown dye plants.

Catalytic financing accelerates Fund’s focus on overlooked fiber sector entrepreneurs

The company shares updates on 2024 grants, loan development, and travels.

In this guest post, Charity May of Sacred Futures spoke with Fibers Fund Co-Founder and Managing Director, Sarah Kelley, about how the Living Charter Journey helped shape the Fibers Fund's development and governance.

The Fibers Fund provides a loan and recoverable grant to support the growth of a North Carolina fiber hemp processor.

\ New loan supports next phase of growth for creator of Made by Immigrants campaign and Vogue Business 100 Innovator. Photos courtesy Cindy Castro New York

Fibers Fund Invests in Botanical Colors with New Loan — The Fibers Fund

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Bridget holds a master’s degree in Environmental Science and Management from the Bren School at UC Santa Barbara and previously worked in marine sanctuary conservation and biological science.

The Fibers Fund uses a two-part governance structure to prioritize equity in operations, with the Advisory Council setting policies and the Investment Committee managing loans and grants.

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The Fibers Fund supports building an equitable and regenerative domestic fiber and textile industry, both to combat the negative environmental and social impacts of the mainstream global textile industry and to support small businesses working on better alternatives.

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The Fibers Fund was included in the 2023 Transformative 25 for its work in creating non-extractive financial systems and supporting excluded communities.

The Fibers Fund was included in the 2023 Transformative 25 for its work in creating non-extractive financial systems and supporting excluded communities.

Fibers Fund secures catalytic financing from SK2 Fund to accelerate investments in overlooked fiber sector entrepreneurs. The new capital supports the fund’s mission to back early-stage ventures in the fiber industry, addressing gaps in traditional venture financing.

Sep 2026The Fibers FundNews article

Fibers Fund supports eight businesses through its inaugural cohort program, aiming to develop financial infrastructure for sustainable growth. The initiative strengthens the firm’s integrated capital approach, combining advisory and investment resources. The program targets early-stage companies seeking structured support beyond traditional funding.

Jun 2026The Fibers FundNews article

Fibers Fund provides financing to support Cindy Castro New York’s expansion of manufacturing operations in New York City’s Garment District. The loan enables the designer—known for the *Made by Immigrants* campaign and recognition as a *Vogue Business 100 Innovator*—to scale production. The initiative aligns with the brand’s focus on immigrant-made fashion and sustainable local manufacturing.

Jun 2026The Fibers FundNews article

Fibers Fund and Invest Appalachia provide catalytic financing to Renaissance Fiber, a North Carolina-based fiber hemp processor. The funding combines a loan and a recoverable grant to accelerate the company’s growth. This support aims to advance Renaissance Fiber’s next operational phase.

Apr 2026The Fibers FundNews article