Investors looking to invest in Pre-seed stage

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300K - 1M
Lunar Ventures is a deep-tech, seed-stage venture fund based in Berlin, Germany. It focuses on helping ambitious deep tech software startups with their journeys from seed to Series A. The firm is managed by a team of three deep-tech experts and has a strong network of partners and advisors. The ...
25K - 200K
1CC.vc is a digital asset trading platform that provides users with access to a wide range of digital assets, including cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and tokens. The platform is designed to be user-friendly and features a variety of features, such as charting tools, real-time trading, margin tr...
100K - 350K
Calm/Storm Ventures is a founder network and boutique venture capital firm that invests in solutions improving health and wellbeing. The firm provides investment capital to early-stage startups, as well as access to its exclusive network of founders, lifestyle advice, blood test analysis and dir...
500K - 1M
M Venture Partners is a venture capital firm based in Singapore, Singapore. The firm specializes in early-stage investments in innovative and disruptive start-up ventures in Southeast Asia. The firm has invested in a variety of sectors, including consumer, enterprise, healthcare, information tec...
500K - 35M
Quiet.com is an online resource dedicated to providing resources and information on noise reduction, soundproofing, and acoustics. It provides guides, tips, and tools to help people reduce noise in their homes and offices. It also offers products and services to help people find the best solutio...
500K - 1M
Primo.vc is a venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage investments in technology and media companies. They provide capital and strategic advice to entrepreneurs and startups, helping them to grow and reach their full potential. Primo.vc invests in a wide range of industries, includin...
50K - 150K
Maccabee Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm that leverages the 70000+ alumni, faculty and students of Yeshiva University. Founded in 2018, the firm invests in technology-enabled companies that have a unique insight or perspective, and are led by exceptional entrepreneurs. They provi...
20K - 50K
Polymatter Ventures is a venture fund investing in early-stage startups in the technology sector. The fund focuses on companies that are developing products and services with global scalability. They offer support and advice to their portfolio companies to help them achieve their goals. They hav...
300K - 600K
2048.vc is a website that offers a range of financial services, including venture capital and private equity investments, project finance, and corporate finance. The company provides investors with the opportunity to invest in companies at various stages of development, from seed to Series B. Th...
300K - 2M
MAIF Impact is a 40 million euro venture capital fund that invests in startups with impactful social and environmental objectives. The fund is dedicated to promoting positive environmental and social change through the support of innovative and sustainable businesses. MAIF Impact seeks to create...
50K - 10M
Candid Investors is an investment firm that focuses on helping individuals and businesses make informed decisions about their investments. They specialize in providing capital to early-stage companies in the form of venture capital and private equity investments. They also offer financial planni...
50K - 500K
Bangladesh Angels is an angel investing platform that works to nurture innovation and entrepreneurship in Bangladesh. It provides a platform where investors can connect with entrepreneurs who are looking for funding. The platform offers exclusive sessions and provides resources to help entrepren...
100K - 1M
212 Founders is a program that provides funding and support to startups in Morocco and internationally, with up to 3 million dirhams in Seed funding and 10 million dirhams in Series A funding. The program offers a range of services including mentorship, access to a network of investors and partn...
500K - 4M
Matterwave Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Munich, Germany. The firm focuses on investing in European industrial tech companies with an emphasis on industrial hardware and software. Matterwave's portfolio is composed of companies leveraging emerging technologies such as ...
150K - 2M
Oyster Bay Ventures is a venture capital firm that focuses on healthy, sustainable, and functional food & beverage, as well as disruptive ag-tech companies. The firm is based in California and was founded in 2018. It has investments in companies such as Beyond Meat, Impossible Foods, and Sparrho...
150K - 8M
360 Capital Partners is a venture capital firm based in Paris, France, founded in 1997. The firm specializes in early-stage investments in technology and media companies in Europe. Their portfolio includes companies in industries such as health, finance, food, and energy. The firm has made 42 ex...
1M - 3M
Orbita Capital is an asset management firm that specializes in equity markets. The firm invests through its venture capital fund that provides early-stage capital to companies in need of capital. Additionally, they offer services such as portfolio management, investment banking, and risk managem...
250K - 750K
Mendoza Ventures is an early-stage venture fund based in Boston. The firm is run by husband and wife Adrian and Senofer Mendoza, who have a combined 25 years of experience in venture capital, finance, and technology. The fund focuses on investing in early-stage startups in the Fintech, AI, and C...
300K - 2M
Capital Nature is an investment firm that focuses on early-stage ventures with innovative technologies that aim to address global climate challenges. Its portfolio consists of 15 companies in different stages of maturity and its team is comprised of experienced professionals with expertise in ve...
200K - 1M
Okta Ventures is a $50 million investment fund created by Okta, a cloud-native security company that focuses on identity and access management. The fund is designed to accelerate innovation in the identity ecosystem, and Okta Ventures is investing in cutting-edge companies and technologies in th...
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How to Fundraise in Pre-Seed Stage and Types of Investors

Pre-seed stage is the earliest stage of startup fundraising, where you are looking to raise capital to build a prototype, conduct market research, and validate your business idea. It is a crucial stage for any startup, and there are different types of investors available for pre-seed funding:

  • Angel Investors: High net worth individuals who invest in startups in exchange for equity. They are usually experienced entrepreneurs themselves and can provide mentorship and networking opportunities.
  • Angel Funds: Similar to angel investors, but instead of investing as an individual, they invest as a group. They pool their resources to make larger investments.
  • VCs (Venture Capitalists): Institutional investors who invest in startups that have a high growth potential. They invest in exchange for equity and typically focus on businesses that have already demonstrated some traction.
  • Incubators: Programs that offer resources such as office space, mentorship, and networking opportunities in exchange for equity or a fee. They typically work with startups in the earliest stages and can help with product development, fundraising, and business strategy.

Pros and Cons of Each Type of Investor

Angel Investors

  • Pros:
    • Flexible investment terms
    • Can provide mentorship and networking opportunities
    • May be more willing to take a chance on a new idea
  • Cons:
    • May not have enough capital to meet your funding needs
    • May not have industry-specific knowledge
    • May not invest in the next funding round

Angel Funds

  • Pros:
    • Can provide larger investments than individual angel investors
    • May have more industry-specific knowledge
    • Can offer a network of contacts and resources
  • Cons:
    • May have less flexibility in investment terms
    • May have a longer decision-making process

VCs (Venture Capitalists)

  • Pros:
    • Can invest large amounts and follow-on in the future
    • May have industry-specific knowledge and experience
    • Can provide valuable connections and resources
  • Cons:
    • May require a higher level of traction and growth potential than other investors
    • May have more stringent investment terms
    • May have a longer decision-making process

Incubators

  • Pros:
    • Can provide valuable resources such as office space, mentorship, and networking opportunities
    • Can help with product development, fundraising, and business strategy
    • May have industry-specific knowledge
  • Cons:
    • They typically require a significant amount of equity in the company in exchange for their investment.
    • They may have specific criteria for the types of businesses they accept into their program.

Tips on Approaching Investors and How Much to Raise

  • Be prepared with a strong business plan and pitch deck.
  • Research potential investors to find those who have experience in your industry or market.
  • Consider reaching out to warm leads or connections through your network.
  • Be open to feedback and suggestions from investors.
  • Determine how much funding you need to get to the next stage of your business and be realistic about how much you can raise at this early stage.