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VC Funds Starting with F

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Fifth Season Ventures

Fifth Season Ventures is a dynamic early-stage venture capital firm with a keen focus on investing in transformative food tech and sustainability startups. Based in Paris, the firm has a strong track record of backing companies that aim to lead in their categories and champion sustainability. Notable investments include Full Cycle, which tackles environmental challenges in agriculture, and HarvestPort, a productivity software for agribusiness that saw significant early success before closing operations​. Their investment strategy emphasizes seed and early-stage funding, particularly in companies innovating within agriculture, water, chemistry, manufacturing, and waste management sectors. Fifth Season Ventures is well-positioned geographically to support European startups but remains open to opportunities globally. Their approach is to provide not just capital but also strategic support to help startups scale quickly and effectively. Typically, Fifth Season Ventures leads funding rounds, often taking an active role in guiding their portfolio companies towards growth and market leadership. They are known for their detailed due diligence process and preference for startups with strong, scalable business models and a clear path to profitability. The firm’s average check size varies, but they are committed to significant early-stage investments that can drive meaningful impact​. Key team members include Adam Balinsky, who brings extensive experience in life settlement investments, and Ryan McTernan, who focuses on policy underwriting and portfolio management, ensuring that the fund's investments are strategically sound and poised for success​. For startups looking to partner with Fifth Season Ventures, a clear demonstration of sustainable innovation and market potential is crucial. The firm values proactive engagement and comprehensive business planning in their investment considerations.

Israel
Europe
+2
Website
Fifth Wall
Fifth Wall

Fifth Wall is a prominent venture capital firm founded in 2016 by Brendan Wallace and Brad Greiwe. Specializing in PropTech and Climate Tech, Fifth Wall is the largest asset manager focused on improving, future-proofing, and decarbonizing the built world. The firm manages over $3 billion in commitments and capital across multiple funds. Fifth Wall’s portfolio includes notable companies such as Blend, ClassPass, Clutter, Doma, Hippo, Homebound, Industrious, Lime, Opendoor, Procore, SmartRent, and VTS. They have also invested in consumer brands like Allbirds, Carbon38, Cotopaxi, Foxtrot, Heyday, Interior Define, Madison Reed, and Untuckit. Additionally, their climate fund has supported companies like Turntide Technologies, Assembly OSM, Brimstone, Clarity AI, ICON, Sealed, SPAN, and Wildcat Discovery Technologies. Fifth Wall leverages its extensive network of over 110 strategic limited partners across 20 countries, including some of the world’s largest real estate owners, operators, and developers. This network provides portfolio companies with unparalleled access to market opportunities and strategic insights. The firm's investment strategy covers a range of stages from early to late-stage ventures, emphasizing technologies that enhance real estate and urban environments. This includes areas like smart building technologies, sustainability, and the future of work.

USA
$100K-$500K
$500K-$1M
+3
Website
Fifty Years
Fifty Years

Fifty Years is a pre-seed and seed-stage venture capital firm based in San Francisco. Founded in 2015 by Ela Madej and Seth Bannon, Fifty Years focuses on backing founders who leverage technology to solve some of the world’s biggest challenges, such as climate change, disease, and malnutrition. The firm has a strong mission-driven investment approach, supporting companies that aim to achieve significant societal impact while also being massively profitable. The firm's portfolio includes innovative companies like Upside Foods (cell-based meat), Solugen (decarbonizing the chemicals industry), and Opentrons (affordable robots for biologists). Fifty Years has invested in a variety of sectors including biotechnology, food technology, and advanced manufacturing. The leadership team is comprised of experienced entrepreneurs and investors, with Ela Madej bringing her extensive background as a serial tech entrepreneur and Y Combinator alum. Fifty Years emphasizes helping scientists and engineers become successful entrepreneurs, providing not only capital but also strategic guidance and support.

USA
$100K-$500K
$500K-$1M
+1
Website
Figure 8 Investments
Figure 8 Investments

Figure Eight Investments, headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, is a venture capital firm founded in 2017 by Diana Anthony and Kaushik Chakravarti. The firm focuses on investing in the education and healthcare sectors, emphasizing impact-oriented projects that drive social mobility and inclusivity. Notable investments in their portfolio include Clever Care Health Plan, Valera Health, and Mintago. These companies reflect Figure Eight’s commitment to enhancing education and healthcare outcomes through innovative solutions. For example, Clever Care Health Plan offers holistic Medicare plans for diverse communities, while Valera Health provides personalized mental health services. Figure Eight Investments' approach is characterized by a deep involvement in the growth of their portfolio companies. They provide strategic insights, facilitate key introductions, and support founders with operational expertise. This hands-on strategy ensures that their investments not only succeed financially but also contribute positively to societal goals. The firm’s founders, Diana and Kaushik, bring a wealth of experience to their roles. Diana’s background as a Montessori teacher and her global perspective on education, combined with Kaushik’s entrepreneurial experience in fintech and healthcare investments, provide a strong foundation for their investment strategies. Figure Eight Investments also maintains a commitment to philanthropy, dedicating 10% of their profits to education and healthcare non-profits, further aligning their business practices with their mission to create a virtuous cycle of positive impact.

USA
$0-$100K
$100K-$500K
Website
Fika Ventures
Fika Ventures

Fika Ventures, based in Culver City, California, is a boutique seed fund established in 2016. The firm primarily invests in early-stage startups focused on solving systemic problems through data, AI-enabled technologies, and automation. Fika Ventures has a diversified portfolio, with investments in sectors like enterprise software, fintech, marketplaces, and digital health. Some notable companies in their portfolio include Formative, Openpath, and Berbix. Their investment strategy emphasizes a hands-on approach, offering support in startup operations, marketing, product development, and strategic partnerships. Fika Ventures typically invests between $500,000 and $3 million in seed and early-stage rounds and is known for its commitment to founders who demonstrate innovative thinking and resilience. The team is led by co-founders TX Zhuo and Eva Ho, both experienced investors with a strong track record in the venture capital industry. They are joined by partners like John Chen and Arteen Arabshahi, who bring expertise from both operational and investment backgrounds. Fika Ventures actively seeks out founders with deep domain expertise and the ability to execute rapidly. For those interested in approaching Fika Ventures, clear and concise pitches that demonstrate market potential and scalability are highly valued. The firm is dedicated to fostering the growth of transformative companies and making a significant impact in the venture capital landscape.

USA
$500K-$1M
$1M-$3M
+1
Website
Fin Capital
Fin Capital

Fin Capital, established in 2018, is a distinguished global asset management firm dedicated to B2B fintech software. With a portfolio that spans pre-seed to IPO stages, Fin Capital has invested in over 120 active companies, including notable names like SoFi, Onfido, and Salt Labs​. Fin Capital focuses on various subsectors within the fintech space, such as next-gen banking and payments, asset management, capital markets, vertical AI, and insurtech. Their strategy revolves around partnering with repeat entrepreneurs who possess deep financial services experience and a global perspective. Fin Capital is renowned for its hands-on approach, often leading investment rounds and providing comprehensive support through growth stages. Geographically, Fin Capital operates globally with a strong emphasis on transformative financial services technologies. Their investment strategy includes initial checks across different growth stages and a robust commitment to ongoing support for portfolio companies, ensuring sustained growth and market leadership. The team at Fin Capital is composed of 23 experienced professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge and operational expertise to the table. This team is pivotal in identifying and nurturing high-potential fintech ventures, fostering innovation and efficiency across the financial technology landscape.

Israel
LatAm
+3
$100K-$500K
$500K-$1M
+3
Website
Finacom Venture Capital
Finacom Venture Capital

Finacom Venture Capital is a founder-focused early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2012 by Aleksey Kuznetsov and headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus. The firm provides early-stage investments to technology startups with a primary focus on B2B digital services, software, fintech, and productivity and team collaboration tools. Finacom operates across the EMEA region with particular attention to European markets. The firm is part of the broader Finacom Investment House group, with the venture capital arm representing one component of a wider financial services operation. Finacom's disclosed investment activity includes a seed round in Promile.me, an Italian SaaS and mobile internet startup, in January 2019 with a deal size of approximately $153K. The firm invests through convertible notes and early-stage venture rounds, targeting internet, software, information technology, mobile, and SaaS startups. Fund size and total AUM are not publicly disclosed, and the firm operates as a micro-VC or angel-style investor based on its team size and disclosed deal sizes. Finacom maintains an operational website and active Crunchbase presence. The firm's founder-centric approach reflects a belief that early-stage capital should be paired with authentic engagement from investors who understand the challenges of building technology businesses in the European and EMEA markets. Given very limited public portfolio disclosure, the firm is flagged as thin.

Europe
$0-$100K
$100K-$500K
Website
Finch Capital
Finch Capital

Finch Capital is a Netherlands-based venture capital firm, founded in 2013, specializing in FinTech, InsurTech, and other disruptive technologies. The firm focuses on early-stage investments, particularly in Europe and Southeast Asia. With a mission to back entrepreneurs building innovative, tech-driven solutions, Finch Capital invests across sectors like healthtech, proptech, and financial services. The firm typically invests between €2 million and €10 million in Series A and B rounds, supporting companies through their growth phases. Finch Capital’s portfolio includes notable companies such as Zopa, a UK-based challenger bank, Goodlord, a property management platform, and Symmetrical.ai, which offers payroll API solutions. They emphasize working with exceptional founders and aim to create long-term value through mentorship, operational support, and leveraging their extensive international network. Headquartered in Amsterdam, with additional offices in London and Dublin, Finch Capital focuses on investing in scalable, capital-efficient businesses with proven product-market fit. They actively seek out technology-led ventures that solve real-world problems, helping them expand into new markets and scale effectively.

$10M-$50M
$3M-$10M
+2
Website
Finclusive Ventures
Finclusive Ventures

Finclusive Ventures is a Miami-based venture capital firm founded in 2021, focused on elevating underestimated founders and funders to create new markets. The firm is women-led and specifically backs Female, Immigrant, and Diverse founders across fintech, future of work, education, and climate technology. Finclusive believes capital is a means to unlock opportunities for all, working toward a more financially inclusive world. The team of 6 includes 1 Partner, 2 Venture Partners, and 1 Principal located across the United States and Taiwan. The firm targets pre-seed and seed stage investments and writes checks up to $500K. With approximately 7 investments to date, Finclusive has backed companies spanning fintech, education, clean technology, and software. The firm strives for transparency, actively tracking metrics across its portfolio including gender, race, education background, company location, age, and immigration status of founders it backs. Finclusive's investment philosophy treats diversity not as a constraint but as a lens for identifying overlooked founders building underserved markets. Andrew serves as Venture Partner specializing in due diligence on fintech, marketplaces, and cryptocurrency projects. The firm publishes insights via Substack and maintains active social media engagement, reflecting its commitment to building an open community of investors and founders aligned around inclusive capital deployment.

USA
$100K-$500K
Website
Findaway Ventures
Findaway Ventures

Findaway Adventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2019 and based in Vancouver, Washington. The firm specializes in seed-stage investments, focusing primarily on consumer products and services, particularly in the health and wellness sectors. Their portfolio includes innovative companies like Ora Organic, a provider of organic nutritional supplements, and Hustle Clean, a personal care brand. Led by Robert Craven, a seasoned executive with experience scaling brands like MegaFood and Garden of Life, Findaway offers more than just financial support. They work closely with startups to provide strategic guidance, operational expertise, and leadership coaching, helping companies grow sustainably. Their first fund is now fully deployed, and while they are not currently seeking new investments, they continue to support existing portfolio companies as they scale. Findaway is deeply committed to nurturing purpose-driven businesses, bridging the gap between early funding rounds and larger venture capital investments. Their hands-on approach helps young companies navigate the complexities of scaling, making them a valuable partner for startups with high-impact goals.

$0-$100K
$1M-$3M
+1
Website
Finindus
Finindus

Finindus is a venture capital firm based in Zwijnaarde, Belgium, established in 1926. The firm is backed by ArcelorMittal and the Flemish Region and is linked to OCAS, a prominent metal research center. Finindus specializes in early-stage and growth capital investments, focusing on sectors such as industrial technologies, materials, and sustainable manufacturing. Their investment strategy aims at supporting innovative companies that advance industrial processes and material innovations. Finindus has a notable portfolio that includes companies like Ionomr Innovations, Kraftblock, and Tau Group, among others. They have made 32 investments to date, with recent investments in companies focusing on energy technology, environment tech, and industrial goods​. The team at Finindus consists of experienced professionals, including Dirk De Boever (Head of Investments) and Hans Maenhout (Investment Director), who bring extensive expertise in venture capital and industrial technologies. Their approach combines financial investment with strategic support to help companies navigate from prototyping to market introduction and scaling. Overall, Finindus is dedicated to fostering innovation and sustainability in industrial and material sectors, making them a crucial partner for startups and growing companies aiming to transform these industries.

Europe
$100K-$500K
$500K-$1M
+3
Website
Finistere Ventures
Finistere Ventures

Finistere Ventures, founded in 2005 and based in Newport Beach, California, specializes in investing in agritech and foodtech sectors. The firm focuses on companies that drive innovation and sustainability in agriculture and food production. With a robust portfolio of 79 investments, Finistere Ventures has supported notable companies such as Plenty, an indoor vertical farming company, and Telesense, which specializes in IoT solutions for grain storage monitoring. Significant exits include Transcend Medical and ShopWell, highlighting the firm’s successful investment strategy in the agrifood tech space. Finistere Ventures participates in early to late-stage funding rounds, providing both capital and strategic support to help companies scale effectively. Led by co-founders Arama Kukutai and Spencer Maughan, Finistere Ventures has a global reach, leveraging partnerships in regions such as the U.S., Australia, Israel, New Zealand, and Canada. Their investments span various technologies aimed at improving efficiency and sustainability in the food and agriculture industries.

Israel
Europe
+2
Website
Finnvera Venture Capital
Finnvera Venture Capital

Finnvera Venture Capital was the venture capital arm of Finnvera plc, a specialized financing company owned by the State of Finland. When active, Finnvera made direct investments in early-stage enterprises through its subsidiary Seed Fund Vera Ltd, also known as Veraventure Ltd, founded in 1999 in Helsinki. The firm's goal was to fill a market gap between product development funding and private equity investment, supplementing rather than competing with private financiers. Finnvera invested in Finnish startups and early-stage technology companies across software, biotech, hardware and IoT, and cleantech. Finnvera managed a portfolio of 23 companies, writing checks in the $500K to $3 million range at Seed and Series A stages. The firm operated until September 30, 2021, when Finnvera sold ERDF-Seed Fund Ltd to Tesi (Finnish Industry Investment Ltd) and transferred management of all 23 portfolio companies to Tesi. This transfer effectively ended Finnvera's venture capital activities. Finnvera plc continues to exist as a state-owned financing company providing loans, guarantees, and export credit guarantees to Finnish companies, but no longer makes venture capital investments. Current startup financing through Finnvera focuses on loans and guarantees that complement bank financing and investor capital, supporting R&D-intensive startups and scaleups by sharing risk alongside private sector investors. Finnvera Venture Capital's portfolio history represents a significant chapter in Finnish state-backed innovation financing.

Europe specific
$500K-$1M
$1M-$3M
Website
Finovam Gestion
Finovam Gestion

Finovam Gestion is a venture capital firm based in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, France, with a focus on investing in innovative small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across sectors such as information technology, healthcare, biotechnology, agro-resources, and ecotechnologies. With €100 million under management, the firm actively targets startups in the Hauts-de-France, Grand-Est, and Bourgogne Franche-Comté regions. Finovam typically invests between €100,000 and €1.5 million in early-stage companies, ranging from pre-seed to Series A/B rounds. Their approach emphasizes supporting high-potential companies with innovative solutions, often working closely with local manufacturers, incubators, and research centers to identify promising opportunities. Recent notable investments include companies like Osiris Agriculture and Adeiz. The firm's team, led by Anthony Daccache and Marc Blondet, provides hands-on support to help portfolio companies scale and succeed in competitive markets. Finovam Gestion’s strong local network and close relationships with institutions like Bpifrance, along with other corporate partners, allow it to nurture the next generation of tech leaders in France.

Europe
Website
FinRebel
FinRebel

FinRebel is a New York-based venture capital firm that focuses on investing in purpose-driven companies across sectors like fintech, digital health, and edtech. Founded by Bruno del Ama, the former CEO of Global X Funds, FinRebel prioritizes entrepreneurs who aim to improve the world through their innovations. The firm is known for its patient capital and strong emphasis on financial wellness, helping companies grow in a sustainable way. Their portfolio includes notable investments in companies like TiFin, a platform shaping the future of financial well-being, Farther, a modern wealth management service, and Tidal Financial Group, which provides ETF solutions for asset managers. FinRebel also supports ventures like Osprey Funds (crypto investments) and Trioteca (a digital mortgage platform in Spain). FinRebel has built a strong reputation for partnering with startups that align with its mission of creating meaningful change while ensuring financial success.

$0-$100K
$100K-$500K
+3
Website
FinSight Ventures
FinSight Ventures

FinSight Ventures is a San Francisco-based global technology investment firm founded in 2013 by Alexey Garyunov, who brings more than 20 years of venture capital and technology investment experience, and co-founded by Victor Remsha. The firm manages over $1 billion in assets under management and focuses on fintech and enterprise IT, backing companies that address solutions in banking, finance, insurance, and payments alongside enterprise software companies driving digital transformation. FinSight is one of the larger dedicated fintech-focused venture firms globally by AUM. The firm leads rounds and writes checks from $1 million to $20 million, covering Series A through Series C and beyond. With 99 portfolio companies to date, FinSight has achieved investments in 13 unicorns and 8 IPOs, a track record that distinguishes it among fintech-specialized investors. The portfolio spans the US, Europe, and Israel. The firm targets companies transforming financial services through technology, including banking infrastructure, payments processing, insurtech, and wealth management technology. FinSight applies a thesis-driven approach, combining sector depth in financial services with global market reach. The firm's focus on both early-to-mid-stage and growth-stage investments allows it to support companies across multiple phases of scaling, from initial product-market fit through public market readiness. The 13 unicorn and 8 IPO outcomes reflect a consistent ability to identify and back companies that reach significant scale in the fintech and enterprise IT verticals.

USA
Europe
+1
$1M-$3M
$3M-$10M
+1
Website
FinTech Collective
FinTech Collective

FinTech Collective, based in New York City, is a venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage investments in financial technology startups. Established in 2012, the firm has a diverse portfolio covering areas such as wealth management, payments, and digital assets. Notable portfolio companies include Vestwell, a fintech engine powering savings and investment programs. Vestwell recently raised $125 million in Series D funding, with a focus on modernizing retirement savings for SMBs and individuals. Flutterwave is another key investment, building the payment infrastructure for Africa and providing end-to-end payment solutions across 30+ currencies. NYDIG, a digital asset management firm, raised $50 million in an equity round led by FinTech Collective, focusing on institutional adoption of digital assets. OXIO, a telecom startup, is creating a carrier-as-a-service platform aimed at reducing the digital divide in emerging markets. FinTech Collective has been instrumental in supporting these companies through early investments and strategic guidance, helping them scale and succeed in competitive markets.

USA
$0-$100K
$100K-$500K
+3
Website
Fintech Ventures Fund
Fintech Ventures Fund

Fintech Ventures Fund (FVF) is an early-stage venture capital firm that zeroes in on fintech and insurtech startups. With offices in Atlanta and New York, FVF typically leads seed and pre-seed rounds, cutting checks between $250,000 to $1 million. They often lead investments and secure board seats, helping to structure portfolio companies' first institutional credit facilities. Their focus is on founders transforming traditional financial services, specifically in areas like lending, capital markets, and insurance. FVF has a strong track record, with notable exits including Tink (acquired by Visa) and Marble (acquired by The Zebra). Their portfolio companies, such as Groundfloor and Momnt, have attracted follow-on investments from giants like Amazon, Blackstone, and Microsoft’s M12, collectively securing over $2.7 billion in additional funding. They prefer startups outside Silicon Valley, concentrating on North America and Europe. Led by co-founders Lucas Timberlake and Serguei Kouzmine, FVF has deployed over $38 million to date and remains a high-conviction investor. They value B2B and B2B2C models and are known for their deep industry expertise, having successfully exited multiple fintech companies themselves. Startups should approach FVF with a strong post-product solution and clear market traction. They are especially keen on companies tackling financial inclusion and efficiency through innovative use cases.

Europe
USA
+1
$100K-$500K
$500K-$1M
Website
FinTLV Ventures
FinTLV Ventures

FinTLV Ventures is a Tel Aviv-based global venture capital firm founded in 2016, specializing exclusively in insurtech and fintech investments. Co-founded by Gil Arazi, the Managing Partner, and Gilbert Ohana, the firm brings 20 years of senior executive and board experience across Israel's largest insurance companies. FinTLV manages $500 million in assets under management and has raised multiple funds including a $120 million second global insurtech-fintech fund. The firm leads rounds at Series A and Series B stages, with a team of 10 professionals including 8 partners. FinTLV has invested in 21 companies, with checks ranging from $3 million to $30 million. Notable portfolio companies include Hippo Insurance, which achieved unicorn status and completed an IPO; Next Insurance; Unqork; Corvus Insurance; and Wefox. The portfolio has produced 1 unicorn, 1 IPO, and 6 acquisitions. The firm maintains relationships with 62 co-investors including G Squared, and operates across Israel, the United States, and Europe. FinTLV's competitive advantage is its proprietary network of global insurers and financial institutions, which serves as both a sourcing channel and a distribution pathway for portfolio companies. Arazi's decades of operating experience inside large insurance enterprises gives the firm unique insight into enterprise buying behavior, regulatory constraints, and the specific workflows that insurtech founders must navigate to achieve commercial traction. The firm partners with proven-model tech businesses, prioritizing companies that demonstrate product-market fit before receiving FinTLV's backing.

Israel
USA
+1
$3M-$10M
$10M-$50M
Website
Firebolt Ventures
Firebolt Ventures

Firebolt Ventures is a venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage investments, primarily in the technology sector. They concentrate on startups in areas like software, cloud infrastructure, and fintech. Founded in 2014, the firm is based in Palo Alto, California, and takes an active approach to support founders throughout the entire lifecycle of their companies. Their portfolio includes high-profile startups like Deel, Groq, and BetterUp, with several unicorns under their belt. Firebolt is known for leading rounds, particularly in the early stages, with a typical check size in the range of $500K to $5M. The firm is heavily data-driven, using an algorithmic approach to identify opportunities​. The team, led by Cherian Mathew and Vineet Buch, brings a strong network and deep industry expertise. Firebolt Ventures has been especially active in the U.S. market, with some global outreach, focusing on sectors like enterprise software and business productivity tools​.

USA
Website
Firebrand
Firebrand

Firebrand Ventures is a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in seed-stage companies across the United States and Canada, particularly in underserved and emerging startup communities. Their portfolio includes notable startups like Replica, a cutting-edge urban planning tool, Edlink, an edtech integration platform, and Returnmates, a service for seamless return logistics. Firebrand's investment strategy is centered around partnering with exceptional founders who are obsessed with solving big problems. They invest between $500k and $1M, both leading and co-investing in seed rounds, and prefer companies showing early signs of product-market fit and revenue traction. Firebrand is sector-agnostic but avoids heavily regulated or capital-intensive markets. Key team members include John Fein and Chris Marks, both managing partners with extensive venture capital experience, and Claire Hansen, who leads their Austin office. The firm places a strong emphasis on authentic leadership, integrity, and long-term partnerships, providing robust support and guidance to their portfolio companies through all stages of growth. Firebrand has been active in recent years, with notable investments like Nivati's $4 million seed round and HData's $3.1 million raise to automate regulatory compliance in the energy sector. They prefer to build transparent and trustworthy relationships with founders, offering not just capital but also strategic advice and a vast network of resources. Startups interested in partnering with Firebrand should focus on demonstrating strong leadership, technical expertise, and a clear path to market scalability.

USA
Canada
$500K-$1M
Website
Firework Ventures
Firework Ventures

Firework Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California, established in 2019. The fund, co-founded by Ashley Bittner and Brigette Lau, focuses on early-stage investments in technology companies that enhance the future of work, emphasizing human-centered solutions. Their portfolio includes notable investments such as TRANSFR, TiLT, Stride Funding, and Learn In, companies dedicated to improving workforce development and economic mobility. Firework Ventures operates with a strategic approach that balances financial returns with social impact. They are particularly interested in startups that provide innovative training solutions and tools to bridge the skills gap and enhance job readiness. This aligns with their mission to make the labor market more equitable and inclusive. The firm is also recognized for its robust network and strong support system for founders, offering access to key industry connections, strategic advice, and operational guidance to help startups scale effectively. Firework Ventures primarily invests in North America but has a keen interest in broadening their impact globally.

$0-$100K
$100K-$500K
+3
Website
First American Ventures
First American Ventures

First American Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of First American Financial Corporation, a Fortune 500 title insurance and settlement services company headquartered in Santa Ana, California. With over $7 billion in annual revenue, First American Financial is one of the largest real estate data and transaction services companies in the United States. Founded in 2018, the CVC arm channels that scale and expertise into strategic investments at the intersection of proptech, real estate technology, and fintech. The fund targets seed through Series B rounds, typically writing checks of $3 million to $10 million. Its roughly 10 investments to date concentrate on real estate technology, title and settlement tech, property data analytics, and financial services technology that can complement or enhance First American's core operations. A notable portfolio investment is Lev, a commercial mortgage marketplace that raised a $30 million Series A. As a strategic CVC, First American Ventures pursues both financial returns and direct business synergies for its parent company. Investments are evaluated for their potential to improve or extend First American's capabilities in title insurance, settlement services, and real estate data — giving portfolio companies privileged access to one of the country's largest real estate transaction networks rather than purely arms-length capital.

USA
$3M-$10M
Website
First Analysis
First Analysis

First Analysis is a Chicago-based venture capital firm with a focus on technology-driven sectors like healthcare, environmental technology, and software-as-a-service (SaaS). Established in 1981, the firm has invested over $825 million across multiple funds. Their approach combines deep sector expertise with integrative research, allowing them to identify high-growth opportunities in their areas of specialization. The firm typically invests in early- to growth-stage companies with proven business models and demonstrable customer success. Their portfolio includes companies in a range of sectors, such as Sware (life sciences software), Stamus Networks (network security), and Dina (home-centered care coordination). First Analysis is not just a financial backer but an active partner, offering strategic support to help companies scale effectively. In addition to venture capital, First Analysis offers investment banking services, assisting companies with mergers, acquisitions, and other financial strategies. Their investment philosophy is centered on building long-term relationships with founders, helping to create sustainable industry leaders.

$10M-$50M
$3M-$10M
+1
Website
First Bridge Ventures
First Bridge Ventures

First Bridge Ventures is a Paris-based growth-stage venture capital firm founded in 2019, focused on partnering with exceptional European founders building next-generation technology companies. The firm's defining thesis is geographic arbitrage: it bridges European tech companies with Asian markets and capital, a distinctive positioning in the European VC landscape. The seven-member team includes three partners operating from Paris's 8th arrondissement. First Bridge invests primarily at Series A through Series C, writing checks in the $3 million to $20 million range across e-commerce, logistics, fintech, and consumer technology. The portfolio of six companies includes eToro Group, the global social trading and fintech platform; Paack, a last-mile delivery service; Cubyn, a European fulfillment logistics provider; and Onepilot, a customer service outsourcing platform. The firm has made six tracked investments, with particular concentration in retail and transportation and logistics technology. The Europe-to-Asia bridge is more than positioning. First Bridge actively connects portfolio companies with Asian distribution partners, end customers, and follow-on capital sources, giving European founders a strategic gateway that pure-play European investors rarely provide. For companies with global ambitions, this network access in Asia-Pacific markets represents a substantive competitive advantage beyond the check itself.

Europe
Asia-Pacific
$3M-$10M
$10M-$50M
Website
First Check Africa
First Check Africa

FirstCheck Africa is a pioneering venture capital firm focused on closing the gender funding gap in Africa by investing in tech startups founded or co-founded by women. Launched in 2021 by Eloho Omame and Odunayo Eweniyi, the fund initially started as an angel investment initiative, providing early "first checks" of up to $25,000 to women entrepreneurs at the ideation stage. It has since grown into an institutional fund with over $12 million under management, including a significant $2 million commitment from TLcom Capital. The firm is sector-agnostic, focusing on high-growth, technology-driven companies across Africa. It invests in pre-seed and seed stages, with checks now reaching up to $250,000. FirstCheck Africa aims to support female founders by not only providing capital but also leveraging its extensive network to help startups raise follow-on rounds and scale successfully. The firm’s portfolio spans across several African countries, with companies gaining traction in global accelerators like Y Combinator. FirstCheck Africa's strategy centers on empowering female-led ventures that demonstrate strong leadership potential, aiming to create a new generation of entrepreneurial role models across the continent. The fund is committed to advancing equity and leadership for African women in technology and entrepreneurship.

Africa
$0-$100K
$100K-$500K
+1
Website
First Check Ventures
First Check Ventures

First Check Ventures, founded in 2020 and based in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments across diverse industries including fintech, consumer finance, internet retail, and human capital services. The firm was founded by Ali Jamal, who brings extensive experience as a serial entrepreneur and angel investor. First Check Ventures has invested in 100 companies and achieved 12 exits. Notable investments include companies like Lemonade, Finblox, and Bits Crypto. The firm focuses on providing not only capital but also mentorship, network, and guidance to its portfolio companies to help them achieve their full potential. They typically invest in the seed stage, supporting startups with promising and innovative ideas that have the potential to make a significant impact. The investment team includes founding partner Ali Jamal and partner Adwait Walimbe. Their approach is characterized by a strong commitment to backing passionate founders and fostering growth in their chosen industries.

Israel
MENA
+7
$0-$100K
$100K-$500K
+1
Website
First circle capital
First circle capital

First Circle Capital is a venture capital firm dedicated to seeding the next generation of fintech startups across Africa. Founded with a mission to drive financial inclusion and foster innovation, First Circle invests in pre-seed and seed-stage fintech companies that aim to transform the financial landscape of the continent. The firm acts as a strategic partner to its portfolio companies, offering not just capital but also operational expertise, access to a vast network, and in-depth industry knowledge. First Circle’s portfolio includes companies like MNZL, an innovative asset-backed financing platform, and Pumpkn, which provides financing for SME agribusinesses. The firm is also involved with other notable startups like Credify and Estafsar, which focus on logistics finance and digitizing the insurance sector, respectively. First Circle often acts as the first institutional investor in these companies, catalyzing further investments through its extensive network. The firm’s impact is especially significant in improving financial inclusion, providing tech-driven solutions that help overcome barriers to accessing financial services. As a female-founded fund, First Circle aligns with the 2x Challenge, advocating for greater female representation in both technology and finance. Through its investments, the firm not only drives innovation but also stimulates job creation and economic growth across Africa.

$0-$100K
$100K-$500K
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First Imagine
First Imagine

First Imagine! Ventures is a European-based venture capital firm, established in 2016, that focuses on investing in early-stage startups driving the energy transition. The firm is headquartered in London and specializes in supporting innovative companies that develop technologies and business models aimed at renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable practices. First Imagine! targets companies that are pioneering solutions in areas such as green power generation, energy storage, e-mobility, and hydrogen technology. Their investments typically range from €100,000 to €1.5 million, focusing on startups from the pre-seed to Series A/B stages, with some involvement in later stages as well. The firm's investment strategy is deeply rooted in the belief that the European Green Deal and global decarbonization efforts present significant opportunities for growth. By backing startups that align with these goals, First Imagine! plays a crucial role in fostering technologies that could shape the future of the global energy landscape. The firm is particularly active across Europe and Israel, leveraging its expertise in energy markets to identify and support startups with strong commercial potential and innovative technologies.

Israel
Europe
$100K-$500K
$500K-$1M
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First In
First In

First In is a venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage investments in cybersecurity, data intelligence, and dual-use technology. Founded in 2020 and based in Nashville, Tennessee, the firm is led by a team of seasoned professionals, including military veterans, company founders, and technical experts. The firm's mission is to back entrepreneurs who are committed to securing critical infrastructures and advancing national security. First In primarily invests in companies from the inception stage through to Series A, with a strong emphasis on those that operate in sectors essential to security, such as defense technology and cybersecurity. Their portfolio includes companies like Anduril Industries, which is at the forefront of defense technology, and ZeroTier, a network technology company. The firm prides itself on being an active partner, leveraging its deep industry expertise to help founders navigate the complex landscapes of defense and security. Their approach is highly mission-driven, aligning with entrepreneurs who are dedicated to protecting both commercial and government enterprises.

$500K-$1M
$1M-$3M
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First In Ventures
First In Ventures

FirstIn Ventures, based in the United States, focuses on early-stage investments in security technology sectors, particularly cybersecurity, defense, and data intelligence. Their mission is to back entrepreneurs who are dedicated to securing freedom through advanced technological solutions, leveraging their expertise as former operators and founders. Founded by Renny McPherson, Arthur Karell, and Lenore Karafa, the firm prides itself on supporting startups that offer innovative solutions in the security domain. Notable investments include companies like Adlumin, Castelion, Shift5, and Anduril, which are making significant strides in cybersecurity and defense technologies. FirstIn Ventures aims to be the premier early-stage security technology investment firm, helping portfolio companies with operational guidance and strategic insights. The firm values shared missions and domain expertise, making it a preferred partner for technical experts with backgrounds in commercial, military, or intelligence sectors.

$0-$100K
$100K-$500K
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First Momentum Ventures
First Momentum Ventures

First Momentum Ventures, established in 2017 and based in Karlsruhe, Germany, focuses on early-stage investments in B2B startups within the fields of deep tech, climate & energy, industrials, and software development tools. They primarily invest in pre-seed rounds, aiming to support highly technical teams and innovative projects. Notable investments include companies like Dive Solutions, which specializes in industrial fluid simulations; QuantPi, an explainable AI platform; and Lightly, a data curation tool for computer vision. Recent investments have also seen them backing projects like Enneo, an AI customer service platform, and HeyCharge, a low-cost EV charging solution. The firm has a strong track record, having made 44 investments and supported the successful scaling of numerous startups. The leadership team, composed of founding partners Andreas Fischer, Sebastian Boehmer, and David Meiborg, leverages their technical backgrounds to provide deep operational and strategic support to their portfolio companies. First Momentum Ventures emphasizes a hands-on approach, assisting startups with fundraising, recruiting, and market entry strategies, ensuring that they gain the momentum needed to succeed.

Europe
$0-$100K
$100K-$500K
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First Move Capital (FM Capital)
First Move Capital (FM Capital)

FM Capital, also known as First Move Capital, is a venture capital firm based in Boulder, Colorado, specializing in automotive technology, transportation, and mobility sectors. The firm was founded to identify trends and partner with innovative teams reshaping how people and goods move and how transportation services are consumed. Notable investments by FM Capital include automotive tech companies such as Vroom, a prominent used car marketplace, and Via, a leader in mobility-as-a-service. These investments highlight the firm's commitment to backing transformative technologies within the transportation industry. FM Capital's investment strategy focuses on early to mid-stage companies, typically making investments between $5 million and $10 million per company. The firm is known for its deep industry expertise and hands-on approach, providing strategic guidance and support to its portfolio companies. This approach is supported by the leadership of experienced professionals like Mark Norman, who previously led Zipcar's expansion and IPO, and Chase Fraser, the founding partner with extensive experience in investment deal-structure and fundraising. FM Capital has a mission to not only create value for its investors and portfolio companies but also to contribute positively to society by promoting safer vehicles, cleaner air, and more efficient and equitable mobility solutions. Their latest fund, valued at $150 million, underscores their commitment to advancing the automotive and transportation technology sectors. For startups looking to engage with FM Capital, showcasing innovative solutions that align with their focus on transformative transportation technologies will be key. The firm's proactive involvement and extensive industry network make them an invaluable partner for growth.

USA
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First Round Capital
First Round Capital

First Round Capital, founded in 2004 and based in San Francisco, is a venture capital firm that specializes in seed-stage investments. The firm has an impressive track record, having supported over 300 startups across various sectors. Notable investments by First Round Capital include companies like Uber, Square, Warby Parker, Notion, Roblox, and Blue Apron. These companies have grown to become industry leaders, showcasing First Round's ability to identify and nurture high-potential startups from their earliest stages​​. First Round Capital's investment philosophy emphasizes building a strong community among its portfolio companies. They provide extensive support beyond just financial backing, including strategic guidance and access to a network of experienced founders and industry experts. Their average initial investment ranges from $1 million to $5 million, with a focus on being the lead investor in most cases. However, they also collaborate with other seed-stage VCs and angels​​. The firm primarily invests in companies based in the United States, with a few exceptions for companies in Canada. They have a hands-on approach, working closely with founders to help them navigate the challenges of building and scaling their businesses. First Round's unique platform and dedicated team of experts provide invaluable resources to help startups succeed​.

USA
Canada
$500K-$1M
$1M-$3M
+1
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First Row Partners
First Row Partners

First Row Partners is a Seattle-based venture capital firm that focuses on pre-seed investments, particularly in technology-driven startups across North America. Founded in 2020 by Minda Brusse and Yoko Okano, the firm emphasizes solving meaningful human problems through innovative software solutions. They are deeply involved in the Pacific Northwest's startup ecosystem, often engaging with early-stage teams that are pre-accelerator and post-team formation, with a typical valuation cap below $5 million. First Row Partners is known for its commitment to being in the "first row" of support for founders, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance tailored to help startups achieve critical milestones. Their investments usually range from $25,000 to $200,000, with plans to increase check sizes as the firm grows. While First Row doesn’t typically lead investment rounds, they bring significant value through their network and experience, particularly in sectors where technology or data is the differentiating factor. The firm’s co-founders, Minda and Yoko, have extensive backgrounds in startup operations and investing, making them valuable partners for early-stage companies. They are also involved in mentoring and supporting the broader startup community in Seattle, offering advice and guidance to entrepreneurs beyond their direct investment activities.

USA
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First Star Ventures
First Star Ventures

First Star Ventures, founded in 2014 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is an early-stage venture capital firm. Co-founded by Drew Volpe and Millie Liu, the firm focuses on investing in disruptive technologies with a global impact. Their investment strategy targets sectors such as artificial intelligence, computational biotechnology, connected sensors, augmented reality, virtual reality, and blockchain. First Star Ventures has managed multiple funds, including their recent First Star Venture Fund III. They have made significant investments in innovative companies like Bedrock Energy, Salient, and Swiftly, emphasizing their commitment to transformative technologies. The firm typically partners with visionary founders, providing both capital and strategic guidance to help startups scale effectively. The team at First Star Ventures brings extensive experience in both founding and operating tech companies, which they leverage to support their portfolio companies. Their investments are characterized by a focus on early-stage, high-growth potential ventures, aiming to be the first institutional investor in these businesses.

USA
$0-$100K
$100K-$500K
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Firstime Venture Capital
Firstime Venture Capital

Firstime Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Israel that focuses on early-stage investments in companies developing impactful and sustainable products. Their portfolio includes over 30 companies, with notable investments in sectors such as artificial intelligence, agriculture technology, digital health, and climate tech. Key investments include BeeHero, which raised $42 million for its precision pollination platform, and Clarifruit, which secured $12 million for its AI-powered quality control solutions for the agriculture industry. Other significant companies in their portfolio are Talkspace, an online therapy platform, and Hygieia, a healthcare company focused on diabetes management. Firstime Ventures aims to support entrepreneurs who address urgent global challenges, aligning their investments with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Their investment strategy emphasizes building a sustainable and accessible future through innovations in renewable energy, food security, and digital health. The team is led by managing partners Jonathan Benartzi, Nir Tarlovsky, and Keren Kopilov, who bring deep experience in building purpose-driven teams and companies. They leverage a global network to help their portfolio companies scale and succeed in international markets.

Israel
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FirstMark
FirstMark

FirstMark Capital is a prominent early-stage venture capital firm headquartered in New York City. Founded in 2008 by Rick Heitzmann and Amish Jani, the firm has built a reputation for partnering with visionary founders, often leading seed and Series A rounds. FirstMark primarily focuses on investing in transformative industries such as artificial intelligence, consumer technology, e-commerce, healthcare, and enterprise software. Notable investments include high-profile companies like Pinterest, Shopify, Discord, and DraftKings. FirstMark’s value proposition goes beyond capital investment. The firm offers its portfolio companies a robust support network that includes customer acquisition, talent recruitment, and strategic guidance. This hands-on approach has allowed many of its portfolio companies to scale and achieve market dominance. FirstMark is known for its deep-rooted presence in the New York tech scene, though its reach extends globally with investments in Europe and beyond. Recently, FirstMark raised over $1.1 billion across multiple funds, cementing its position as one of the leading VC firms in the tech ecosystem. The firm's success is driven by its commitment to backing founders with bold ideas and long-term vision, providing not only financial backing but also the resources to help them navigate challenges and grow exponentially.

$100K-$500K
$500K-$1M
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FirstMile Ventures
FirstMile Ventures

FirstMile Ventures is a dynamic venture capital firm specializing in seed-stage technology investments. Notable portfolio companies include Section, CaliberMind, and Pax8, which recently achieved unicorn status. They focus on sectors such as enterprise software, developer tools, big data, and marketing technology (MarTech). Geographically, FirstMile is based in Colorado, with a strong presence across the United States, including active investments in Texas and Colorado. Their investment strategy is centered on being the first institutional investor, providing crucial early-stage funding typically ranging from $1M to $5M, and guiding startups to achieve product-market fit before Series A rounds. FirstMile avoids startups that have already raised over $2M, ensuring they invest at the optimal early stage for growth impact. The firm is co-led by Bill Miller, who founded FirstMile in 2014 to address the lack of early-stage funding in Colorado, and Aaron Stachel, who joined in 2013 and has a keen eye for emerging opportunities in healthtech, fintech, and logistics. Zaz Floreani, based in Austin, brings extensive experience from Next Coast Ventures, enhancing their investment footprint in Texas. FirstMile Ventures prides itself on a hands-on approach, providing not just capital but strategic support to help startups navigate their critical first mile. They prefer direct outreach from founders, emphasizing personal connections and a clear understanding of market needs and product potential. This proactive engagement ensures they build a robust investment funnel and foster strong, growth-oriented partnerships.

USA
$100K-$500K
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Firstminute Capital
Firstminute Capital

Firstminute Capital is a London-based venture capital firm founded in 2017 by Brent Hoberman and Spencer Crawley. The firm manages $400 million in assets and focuses on seed-stage investments in the UK, Europe, and the US. Firstminute Capital aims to be the first check into a company, typically investing between £1 million and £3 million, and strives for a 10% ownership stake in each portfolio company. The firm is backed by over 130 unicorn founders and has invested in more than 150 companies across various sectors, including deep tech, AI, gaming, media, SaaS, and healthtech. Notable portfolio companies include Wayve, Mistral, Storyblok, and Taktile. Firstminute Capital's team comprises experienced entrepreneurs and investors, including co-founders Brent Hoberman and Spencer Crawley, who have founded and exited two unicorn startups and backed nine unicorns at the seed stage. The team also includes partners Lina Wenner and Sam Endacott, and principal Michael Stothard, among others. The firm emphasizes a strong community and network to support their portfolio companies, offering strategic guidance and leveraging connections to help startups achieve significant growth. Firstminute Capital's mission is to be Europe's most helpful seed fund, providing founders with comprehensive support from day one.

Europe
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FirstTracks Ventures
FirstTracks Ventures

FirstTracks Ventures is a Denver, Colorado-based seed-stage venture capital firm founded in 2014 by Jon-Erik Borgen and run as a family-led operation. The firm focuses on the earliest stages of company formation, deploying initial checks of $50,000 to $200,000 across a broad range of technology sectors, including SaaS, internet of things, mobile workforce management, e-commerce, telehealth, and fintech. Denver and the broader Mountain West technology ecosystem form the primary sourcing ground. Since inception, FirstTracks has invested in over 33 tracked companies across more than 35 total investments. The portfolio has produced one IPO and eight acquisitions, reflecting an active exit record for a fund operating at the earliest stages. Notable companies include GoSpotCheck, a workforce management platform that was acquired; Galvanize, a data analytics and cybersecurity education firm acquired by Diligent; and Gauzy, a smart glass technology company that reached a public listing. The concentrated check size allows the firm to make many small, high-conviction bets across technology sectors. FirstTracks operates as a hands-on, founder-friendly investor comfortable entering companies at the pre-seed or seed stage, before institutional investors arrive. The family-run model enables patient capital deployment with long time horizons, well suited to helping early-stage Colorado technology founders build and scale their businesses over multiple fund cycles.

USA
$0-$100K
$100K-$500K
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Fitch Ventures (f/k/a Hearst Financial Venture Fund)

Hearst Ventures, established in 1995, is the corporate venture capital arm of Hearst Communications. Based in New York, it operates globally with offices in London, Beijing, and Tel-Aviv. Hearst Ventures has invested over $1 billion to date, making it one of the most active corporate venture funds. The firm focuses on early-stage investments in technology-driven businesses across various sectors, including media, information services, and technology. Notable portfolio companies include Via, a global provider of on-demand transit solutions; Roku, a leading streaming platform; and BuzzFeed, a prominent digital media company. Hearst Ventures has made a total of 199 investments and achieved 84 successful exits, including high-profile companies like Pandora and Brightcove. The leadership team at Hearst Ventures includes Kenneth Bronfin, Senior Managing Director and Head of International Investments; Scott English, Senior Managing Director and Head of U.S. Investments; and Darcy Frisch, Managing Director and Vice President. Their extensive experience and strategic guidance play a crucial role in driving the success of Hearst Ventures' portfolio companies.

Europe
East Asia
+1
$1M-$3M
$3M-$10M
Website
Fitness Ventures
Fitness Ventures

Fitness Ventures is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm founded in 2007, investing exclusively in disruptive fitness app, device, and equipment companies transforming how people exercise. The firm targets companies that have developed a working prototype and demonstrated problem-solution fit, with geographic scope spanning North America, Europe, and Asia. Despite a lean solo-operated structure, Fitness Ventures built a highly concentrated portfolio of seven companies that delivered extraordinary outcomes. The firm's track record centers on early, prescient bets in what became the connected fitness category. Its portfolio of seven companies produced one IPO and five acquisitions, including two landmark exits: an early position in Peloton, which went public, and an early investment in Fitbit, which Google acquired for $2.1 billion in October 2019. Typical initial checks ranged from $100,000 to $1 million, allowing the firm to enter at the seed or early Series A stage before these companies became household names. Fitness Ventures exemplifies the thesis that deep sector focus, even in a consumer category that many generalist funds overlooked in its early days, can generate outsized returns when conviction is applied consistently over time. The firm's concentrated strategy and niche expertise delivered multiple landmark exits through a portfolio built on a single, clearly defined thesis about the future of fitness technology.

USA
Europe
+1
$100K-$500K
$500K-$1M
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Fitz Gate Ventures
Fitz Gate Ventures

Fitz Gate Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm founded in July 2015 by Jim Cohen and Mark Poag, headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey with an additional presence in Houston, Texas. The firm manages $70 million in assets under management and is currently investing out of its third fund, launched in December 2025. Both general partners teach venture capital investing at Rice University's Jones Graduate School of Business and Princeton University's Graduate School, giving the firm deep roots in two of North America's leading research university ecosystems. Fitz Gate writes initial checks of $500,000 to $2 million and leads rounds across pre-seed, seed, and Series A stages. The firm has made 26 tracked investments with concentration in AI and deep tech, software, SaaS, hardware and robotics. While the third fund is generalist in approach, it carries a sub-focus on deep tech and hard tech, areas where the Princeton University pipeline provides a particularly strong flow of opportunities. The firm has raised three successive funds: Fund I in 2015, Fund II in 2020, and Fund III in late 2025. Fitz Gate's primary competitive advantage is its proprietary 'Friends of Fitz' network, a community of hundreds of venture capitalists, startup founders, university professors, and senior executives concentrated in the New York and Texas ecosystems. The majority of capital flows to startups connected to the Princeton University ecosystem, and the firm brings both academic rigor and practitioner experience to every board seat it holds.

USA
$500K-$1M
$1M-$3M
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Five Season Ventures
Five Season Ventures

Five Seasons Ventures is a Paris-based venture capital firm founded in 2016, focused exclusively on food technology across the full value chain — from agricultural inputs and food processing through consumer brands and distribution technology. As a Certified B Corporation, the firm is one of the few European VCs to hold that certification, reflecting a genuine commitment to social and environmental performance alongside financial returns. Five Seasons operates as the leading pan-European food-tech specialist fund, bringing deep sector expertise and a network of industry connections to its 25-company portfolio. The firm leads seed and Series A rounds across Europe, typically investing $1 million to $8 million. Investment thesis spans consumer products, agritech, sustainable materials, and technology enabling a healthier, more efficient food system. Named portfolio companies include Tropic, a horticulture company developing sustainable alternatives to palm oil; Hey Holy, a pet nutrition brand; and Untamed, another pet food company. Five Seasons has backed companies at the frontier of both consumer food innovation and the agricultural inputs that supply chains depend on. With a 13-person team including five partners and 25 investments made since founding, Five Seasons brings an unusually concentrated sector knowledge base to founders navigating complex food industry dynamics. The B Corp certification differentiates the firm among LPs and founders who prioritize impact alongside returns, and the firm's pan-European mandate gives it coverage across a fragmented but fast-growing food innovation landscape.

Europe
$1M-$3M
$3M-$10M
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FJ Labs
FJ Labs

has built a vast portfolio, including notable investments in companies such as Alibaba, Coupang, Flexport, Delivery Hero, Shipbob, Properly, Wallapop, and Rappi. The firm is known for its stage-agnostic approach, meaning they invest in companies at various stages, from pre-seed to later stages​​. FJ Labs focuses on identifying and supporting visionary founders who exhibit passion, grit, and the ability to execute their visions. Their investment strategy leverages their deep expertise in marketplaces, resulting in over 30 of their portfolio companies achieving unicorn status (valuations over $1 billion). With more than 1,000 investments, FJ Labs has made significant contributions to the startup ecosystem, particularly in sectors like e-commerce, logistics, and fintech​. The firm recently announced $260 million in new funds to continue its support of early-stage and growth-stage startups. This includes a pre-seed fund and an opportunity-style “Series B and beyond” fund, reflecting their commitment to nurturing startups through various growth phases​.

USA
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$100K-$500K
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Flagship Pioneering
Flagship Pioneering

Flagship Pioneering is a prominent venture capital firm that specializes in biotechnology and life sciences. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Flagship Pioneering both funds and incubates companies, creating transformative bioplatforms that address critical challenges in human health and sustainability. The firm has been instrumental in the development of groundbreaking companies like Moderna, Indigo Agriculture, and Generate. Founded by Noubar Afeyan, Flagship Pioneering operates with a robust capital pool, recently raising $3.6 billion to fuel innovations. This funding supports the development of first-in-category ventures, emphasizing the firm's commitment to pioneering new scientific discoveries and therapeutic advancements. Flagship's strategy involves a rigorous process of ideation, incubation, and scaling, working closely with scientific entrepreneurs to turn disruptive ideas into market-leading companies. Their focus areas include drug discovery, genetic medicine, agricultural technology, and sustainability solutions. The firm’s portfolio is extensive, with over 100 companies founded under its umbrella. Notable recent initiatives include collaborations with major pharmaceutical companies and the expansion into international markets, including new hubs in the UK and Asia-Pacific​

USA
$100K-$500K
$500K-$1M
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Flamingo DAO
Flamingo DAO

Flamingo DAO is a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) focused on acquiring, collecting, and supporting non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Launched in 2020, Flamingo DAO operates as a collective that pools capital from its members to invest in blockchain-based assets, primarily NFTs in digital art, collectibles, and in-game assets. Its members work together to explore emerging opportunities in the NFT space, from acquiring rare assets like CryptoPunks to participating in early-stage NFT projects. The DAO has a strong community-driven model, with accredited investors contributing Ether in exchange for units of ownership. This structure allows members to influence decisions about which NFTs to purchase or tokenize, as well as explore how NFTs can intersect with decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms. The organization is backed by notable venture capital firms like Arca, Bitscale Capital, and BR Capital. Flamingo DAO’s operations are underpinned by the ethos of democratizing digital ownership, and its investments span various blockchain-based industries, from art to gaming and finance.

$1M-$3M
$3M-$10M
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Flare Capital Partners
Flare Capital Partners

Flare Capital Partners, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, is a venture capital firm dedicated to healthcare technology. The firm partners with entrepreneurs to address critical issues across the healthcare industry, aiming to improve outcomes and reduce costs. Flare Capital's notable investments include companies like Eden Health, a platform providing integrated primary care and mental health services; Cohere Health, which focuses on AI-driven care management; and Elektra Health, which offers virtual care for menopause. Other significant investments are in companies such as Greater Good Health, which provides primary care services, and Axuall, a digital professional identity network for healthcare providers. The firm's investment strategy involves supporting early-stage and emerging healthcare technology companies with capital and strategic guidance. Flare Capital has made 97 investments and has been involved in several successful exits, including Iora Health, Welltok, and VisitPay. The leadership team includes co-founders Michael Greeley and William Geary, alongside partners like Bob Sheehy and Gary Gottlieb, who bring extensive experience in healthcare and venture capital. Flare Capital emphasizes collaboration with strategic limited partners, who often serve as early customers and distribution partners for their portfolio companies.

USA
$500K-$1M
$1M-$3M
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Flash Ventures
Flash Ventures

Flash Ventures is a global pre-seed venture capital firm founded in 2020, with headquarters in Berlin, Germany. The firm focuses on backing visionary founders right from the ideation stage, making it a "Day 0" investor. Flash Ventures invests in startups across industries such as fintech, enterprise applications, e-commerce, and retail, with a strong emphasis on helping companies build from scratch and scale rapidly. Flash Ventures primarily targets emerging markets and has a significant presence in countries like Brazil and Singapore, having invested in companies like Tranch, Zaapi, and Katoo. The firm's average deal size ranges from $1 to $5 million, and they provide hands-on support to founders throughout the company-building process. The firm has co-invested with major players like Global Founders Capital and Y Combinator, showing their collaborative approach in backing high-potential startups. Though relatively young, Flash Ventures has already made 48 investments and had 38 exits, positioning itself as a key player in the pre-seed and early-stage funding space.

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$500K-$1M
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