We started Radiical Systems to provide real answers to the complex problems facing society that are proving difficult to solve. We developed a case study model to guide us, and adopted our slogan “the answer before the answer” to solidify that we will hold the space and stand our ground until we uncover and deliver these answers. We publish all of our work transparently, from the initial investigation, to an investment thesis, and eventually their development into a self-sustaining venture. We are here to hold our systems and each other accountable to delivering on the visions that humanity desires and desperately needs in this moment.

The first question we asked came from Ari Stern of Dinnerfix, who just wants to get local food into schools, and why is that so hard?  Our case study has resulted in the first answer - The Commiissary - articulated in our investment thesis. The Commiissary is a national and eventually global network of collaborative community hubs that provide the healthy goods and services humans need to thrive: local food, meals, mental and physical wellness services, childcare, skills training and education, and a safe space to be seen and invested in.  These spaces operate using proven cooperative models that can both reduce the costs of these services and revitalize communities by building connections and strengthening local economies. This approach directly addresses the growing strains on social services and grant-funded initiatives by redirecting those funds to invest in an impactful economic development model.

Radiical Systems is launching its first venture, Good Standing, that is laying groundwork for this Commiiisary network.  We are forming partnerships with an existing network of community spaces, and eventually looking to open Good Standing hubs across the US and the globe.  We are also building the Good Standing app supported by the Stable Credit protocol to connect people to opportunities to contribute in their communities and enter into Good Standing.  These tools connect people to opportunities to volunteer, build credit and skills, and contribute back to the Good Standing network and its surrounding initiatives. The protocol transparently records contributions, keeps prices affordable, and provides goods or services on credit that can be paid back later by contributing to the Good Standing network.  We can extend people a line of credit and provide them the resources to enter into Good Standing by going through education programs and providing a place where they feel welcomed to contribute and self-actualize.

The quagmire of issues facing our society requires more effective means of cooperating to solve them, and we believe Good Standing directly addresses the root of the issues preventing us from doing so, namely loneliness and lack of meaning, declining investment and effectiveness in social services and institutions, and siloed industries that don’t know how to cross-pollinate to find solutions.  We envision a future where organizations in the Good Standing network can scale sustainably and globally, giving humanity tools to solve our most pressing issues, and engage in meaningful, fulfilling contributions to their communities.

We are looking for support of all types to help activate this network. Contributors will be joining the overarching Radiical Systems cooperative, which will support the development of these Good Standing spaces, the technology platforms that support them, and eventually other answers incubated through the Radiical Systems case study model.

To help activate this network, you can help us bring these spaces to life.  We have two active case studies - Dinnerfix and AllInOne - who need support in activating their visions in Baltimore and Brooklyn - and more in the pipeline.

Ways to Contribute

• Individual Skills contributions (let us know your skill set and we’ll pair you with a project)

• Partners

  • financial institutions who want to help Good Standing members build and repair credit

  • Entrepreneurial and incubator partners

  • Workforce, community, and economic development programs

  • Local businesses who want to support and benefit from the Good Standing hubs

• Real estate developers

  • Opening Good Standing hubs

• Grants

• Impact investment

• What else? Get in touch: ventures@radiical.systems