--- url: 'https://qubit.capital/blog/weekly-funding-roundup-seed-us-feb-2026-week-4' title: 'US Seed Weekly Funding Roundup (Feb 23-27, 2026): $9.2M Raised Across 2 Deals' author: name: Sagar Agrawal url: 'https://qubit.capital/blog/author/sagar' date: '2026-02-28T07:06:00+05:30' modified: '2026-03-03T19:06:40+05:30' type: post categories: - Weekly Funding Roundup image: 'https://qubit.capital/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/weekly-funding-roundup-seed-us-feb-2026-week-4.webp' published: true --- # US Seed Weekly Funding Roundup (Feb 23-27, 2026): $9.2M Raised Across 2 Deals This week, three seed rounds underline a strong momentum in early-stage investments across varied sectors. The deals include a HealthTech platform enhancing elder care, a fintech solution unlocking underutilized health savings, and an education initiative aiming to bridge the gender gap in STEM. Each investment reflects a targeted approach to address specific market challenges using innovative technologies and proven models. Table of Contents - [HealthTech Startup Raises Seed Round](#healthtech-startup-raises-seed-round) [Deal overview](#deal-overview) - [Funding](#funding) - [Company Background and Leadership](#company-background-and-leadership) - [Product/Tech](#product-tech) - [Data advantage](#data-advantage) - [Vision/Positioning](#vision-positioning) - [Use of proceeds](#use-of-proceeds) - [Market context](#market-context) - [Fintech Platform Unlocks Health Savings Potential](#fintech-platform-unlocks-health-savings-potential) [Deal overview](#deal-overview-1) - [Funding](#funding-1) - [Company Background and Leadership](#company-background-and-leadership-1) - [Product/Tech](#product-tech-1) - [Data advantage](#data-advantage-1) - [Strategic Vision](#strategic-vision) - [Use of proceeds](#use-of-proceeds-1) - [Market context](#market-context-1) - [STEM camp secures seed funding for educational impact](#stem-camp-secures-seed-funding-for-educational-impact) [Deal overview](#deal-overview-2) - [Funding](#funding-2) - [Company Background and Leadership](#company-background-and-leadership-2) - [Product/Tech](#product-tech-2) - [Strategic Vision](#strategic-vision-1) - [Use of proceeds](#use-of-proceeds-2) - [Market context](#market-context-2) - [Lessons For Founders](#lessons-for-founders) ## HealthTech Startup Raises Seed Round ### Deal overview Deal stage: Seed | Sector: HealthTech | Geography: US [Baba](https://www.callbaba.com/) is a HealthTech startup that emerged from stealth to simplify navigating the complex US healthcare system for older adults. The company raised over $6.5m in a seed round led by General Catalyst to scale its coordinated patient advocacy platform. ### Funding Baba secured more than $6.5m in its seed round with General Catalyst as the lead investor and participation from several others. ### Company Background and Leadership The platform focuses on Medicare-covered patient advocacy, offering a blend of dedicated human support and an AI companion. Early leadership includes founders with credible backgrounds such as Jordi Hays and Kareem Amin. ### Product/Tech It combines human advocates with a phone- and text-based AI tool to help families navigate healthcare complexities. ### Data advantage The service has already supported over 6,000 families and is part of an IRB-approved clinical study with Johns Hopkins. ### Vision/Positioning The company aims to scale its hybrid model to address the growing demand driven by demographic shifts. ### Use of proceeds The funds will be used to enhance its product and expand market presence. ### Market context With an aging population and projected demographic shifts by 2030, the need for coordinated elder care is intensifying. - Combines human support with AI for elder care - Early traction shown by serving over 6,000 families - Strong backing from reputable investors supports future growth ## Fintech Platform Unlocks Health Savings Potential ### Deal overview Deal stage: Seed | Sector: Healthcare payments [Burst](https://getburst.com/), formerly known as Float, is a healthcare payments platform that aims to unlock untapped HSA and FSA balances for retailers and wellness brands. The company raised a total of $3M, including a $2.1M seed round led by Pear VC, to advance its post-purchase payment solution. ### Funding The seed round totaled $3M with Pear VC leading a $2.1M tranche alongside other investors such as Rock Health Capital and Alumni Ventures. ### Company Background and Leadership Burst focuses on addressing the underutilization of HSA and FSA funds, catering to retailers and wellness partners. ### Product/Tech The platform offers an integrated solution via Shopify or API that automates reimbursement claims, streamlining payment processes. ### Data advantage Performance metrics include up to 30% higher customer basket sizes and a 42% increase in retention rates among partner clients. ### Strategic Vision The company plans to accelerate product development and expand its partnerships to capture a larger share of the market. ### Use of proceeds The funds will fuel further development and support new retail and wellness partnerships. ### Market context The focus on optimizing health-related spending is set against a backdrop of increasing demand for innovative payment technologies. - Unlocks underutilized HSA and FSA funds - Performance metrics indicate strong partner engagement - Investment to drive product and market expansion ## STEM camp secures seed funding for educational impact ### Deal overview Deal stage: Seed | Sector: STEM education | Geography: Las Vegas The UNLV STEM for Girls Camp is a year-long initiative designed to inspire elementary and middle school-aged girls in STEM. The program was launched with a $75,000 seed contribution from Sands Cares to help address gender disparities in STEM. ### Funding The camp received a $75,000 seed funding infusion from Sands Cares to kick off its year-long program. ### Company Background and Leadership Established by UNLV, the program selected 16 girls from eight Clark County schools, highlighting its commitment to local educational outreach. ### Product/Tech The camp offers weekly interactive sessions and hands-on projects covering subjects such as chemistry, physics, engineering mechanics, and human-centered design. ### Strategic Vision Aiming to break gender stereotypes in STEM, the initiative seeks to cultivate a diverse future talent pipeline. ### Use of proceeds Funds were allocated for curriculum development and scaling the initiative over future semesters. ### Market context With only 26% representation of women in STEM, the camp addresses a critical gap in the current educational landscape. - Initiative targets early-stage gender disparity in STEM - Program designed to foster long-term interest and talent development - Seed funding underpins curriculum enhancements and expansion efforts ## Lessons For Founders - Seed rounds continue to drive innovation across diverse sectors - Investments focus on addressing specific market challenges through technology and strategic partnerships - Early-stage funding is being effectively leveraged to scale impactful solutions in health, fintech, and education