Misha’s Kind Foods

Misha’s Kind Foods is a startup based in California, which produces plant-based dairy products using its own brand of cashews and almond milk. Misha’s Kind Foods plant-based cheese range includes cheddar, ricotta, and a number of organic herb-infused cheese varieties. The company is licensed in the state of California as a Dairy company, which allows them to legally use the word “cheese” on their products.

Key customers and partnerships

In May 2023, the company partnered with Walmart to facilitate its entrance into conventional grocery retail chains and to expand the distribution of its products.

Funding and finanicals

In January 2023 , the company launched its first-ever crowdfunding campaign with a target goal of USD 5 million and a minimum buy-in of USD 500, via Fairmint platform. USD 1 million out of this target goal was secured through investments from Slauson & Co, Lifeline, and Kevin Johnson, with the funding expected to be used for national retail expansion plans in 2023.