The round was led by PACE Healthcare Capital with participation from ECMC, Techstars, Collab Capital, Bridge Builders Collaborative, Portland Seed Fund, Hopelab, Rethink Education, Genius Guild, and Unlikely Collaborators, along with notable angel investors including Maya Ghosn Bichara and Jeffrey Walker. The pioneering health technology company, led by Founder & CEO Hafeezah Muhammad, is utilizing cutting-edge AI to transform pediatric mental health care and address the escalating youth mental health crisis, with a particular focus on medicaid-enrolled youth.

Backpack Healthcare is a pioneering technology company dedicated to revolutionizing pediatric mental health care. Formerly known as Youme Healthcare, the company offers an innovative app and teletherapy services designed to provide accessible, inclusive, and comprehensive mental health support for young individuals. Led by Founder & CEO Hafeezah Muhammad, Backpack Healthcare is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children and adolescents struggling with mental health challenges.