Timbuckdo, a social commerce platform for students, has raised $285,000 (₹2.51 crore) in a fresh funding round from Kanu Ventures and 2M Companies, the family office of the late Morton H. Meyerson.
The funds raised will be used to accelerate product innovation, including AI-powered student career tools, expand Timbuckdo’s student discount marketplace, and scale its presence across campuses and partner brands nationwide.
Founded in 2022 by Mythri Kumar and joined by Apoorv Prasad in 2024, Timbuckdo is a social commerce platform built exclusively for students, enabling them to earn, upskill, and purchase while building one of the country’s largest student communities.
From part-time job opportunities to exclusive discounts, AI-driven goal-setting tools, and digitized campus engagement platforms, Timbuckdo is redefining how Gen Z experiences work, learning, and commerce.
The company is expanding its marketplace, strengthening its campus ambassador program, and launches new AI-driven tools that connect Gen Z with part-time jobs, skill-building opportunities and student discounts.
Mythri Kumar and Apoorv Sharma Prasad, Co-founders of Timbuckdo, said, “We are deeply grateful for the faith Kanu Ventures and 2M Companies have placed in us. A follow-on round from existing investors is the strongest validation of our journey so far. They are increasing their investment and continuing to stand with us demonstrates their belief in our mission to empower students to earn, upskill, and thrive.”
Nandkishore “Andy” Kalambi, Kanu Ventures, said, “Timbuckdo has consistently shown that it understands Gen Z and is building a powerful platform to engage them meaningfully. Our investment reflects our conviction that the company is not only solving a real need but also positioned for scalable, sustainable growth.”
“Morton Meyerson always believed in backing founders with clarity of vision and long-term focus. We are proud to continue supporting Timbuckdo as it builds one of India’s most impactful student ecosystems,” said a spokesperson from 2M Companies.
