Founder support Over $100k in North America
Explore curated tech opportunities for founder support.
RareBreed Ventures
RareBreed Ventures is a pre-seed venture capital fund that backs exceptional founders early, especially those outside major tech ecosystems. They write initial checks to help startups gain early traction and connect with broader investor networks.
RareBreed Ventures
RareBreed Ventures is a pre-seed venture capital fund that backs exceptional founders early, especially those outside major tech ecosystems. They write initial checks to help startups gain early traction and connect with broader investor networks.
What You'll Find
- Average funding: $250k per opportunity
- North America: Programs in North America provide access to leading tech companies, investors, and innovation centers across the United States and Canada.
- Specialized programs: Opportunities tagged with founder-support
Benefits
- Pre-seed and seed-stage investments (checks up to ~$250K)
- Early institutional capital for founders outside traditional tech hubs
- Support with strategy, product, and growth at pre-seed stage
- Connection to investor networks and co-investors
- Guidance on fundraising and scaling early traction
Application Tips
- Start preparing your application materials well in advance of deadlines to ensure quality submissions
- Research each program thoroughly to understand their specific requirements and what they're looking for
- Tailor your application to highlight how your project aligns with the program's goals and values
- Keep track of application deadlines using a calendar system to avoid missing opportunities
- Understand the difference between equity-based and equity-free funding to make informed decisions
- Consider how much funding you actually need versus what's available to avoid over-dilution
RareBreed Ventures
RareBreed Ventures is a pre-seed venture capital fund that backs exceptional founders early, especially those outside major tech ecosystems. They write initial checks to help startups gain early traction and connect with broader investor networks.