Raise
Technology, Information and InternetIllinois, United States51-200 Employees
Raise is a technology company based in Chicago, Illinois, operating a digital prepaid and retail payments platform that enables consumers to save money and earn rewards on purchases. It partners with more than 450 retailers to help brands boost loyalty, engagement, and retention by adding value for their core customers. Founded in 2013, Raise has introduced multiple products over the years, including a mobile payments app (2020) and a fraud prevention service called rZero (2020), as well as the Exact Pay feature (2019). In 2025, reports indicate Raise Marketplace Inc. is developing Smart Cards, a blockchain-based gift card program, and that a funding round was led by Haun Ventures. The company employs 51-200 people and operates in the technology, information and internet sector.