NASCEND is an innovative clinical solution, education and technology company dedicated to improving the health and well being of families affected by maternal substance use disorder (SUD). 7% of women report opioid use during pregnancy and 1 in 4 pregnant women have filled a prescription for opiates. This has a direct impact on infants where neonatal abstinence syndrome is one of the most pressing medical and social problems we face today. Pregnancy is a motivator for change, and with support, it can be a pivotal point to seek treatment for substance use disorder. In an industry hungry for solutions, NASCEND's work on opioid assessment and treatment is unparalleled. NASCEND’s nationally acclaimed programs are based on the work of Dr. Forbes and have revolutionized methods that address and improve the lives of those affected by the opioid epidemic. Render Capital’s Louisville Community Fund (LCF) is more than return-driven. LCF has a strong track record of investing in companies that have an impact on the individual personally or the community in general. NASCEND is one of those investments where return meets impact. Our investment goes directly into a company that delivers impactful solutions to a huge crisis while still being able to be sustainable. Render Capital team are big fans of Dawn Dr. Forbes and the team at NASCEND. They are passionate and deliver results.