100+ Investors Backing Women-Led & DEIBJ Startups

Here is our comprehensive list of 100 VCs and angel networks from around the world that support diverse founders. Each entry includes the fund type, location, investment focus, and statistics where available. The list is curated based on OpenAI data and additional research by our team.

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Majority-Female InvestmentsCompanyCountFund TypeInvestment FocusPurpose
100%InvestHerCanadaInvestment platformWomen-led startupsConnects women-led startups with investors prioritizing gender equity.
100%SheEOGlobalFunding networkWomen-led ventures focused on social goodGlobal community funding female entrepreneurs at zero percent interest.
100%WOCstar FundUSAVenture capital fundWomen of Color-led startupsInvests in WOC founders in tech media and consumer sectors.
100%Collab CapitalUSAVenture capital fundBlack-owned startupsFocuses on funding Black entrepreneurs and startups.
80%All RaiseUSANon-profit organizationWomen-led startups across various sectorsNetwork for women in VC and entrepreneurship. 3 500+ members.
80%Sogal VenturesUSAVenture capital fundFemale and diverse foundersInvests in early-stage startups led by women and diverse teams.
80%Diverse City FundCanadaVenture capital fundDiverse-led startupsFocused on supporting underrepresented entrepreneurs across Canada.
80%Shatter FundUSAVenture capital fundWomen-led startupsFocuses on investing in women entrepreneurs across industries.
80%Women’s Impact FundUSANon-profit organizationWomen-led initiativesSupports women-led projects and social enterprises.
80%The Female Founders Fund IIUSAVenture capital fundTechnology and consumer productsA sequel fund continuing the mission of supporting women entrepreneurs.
80%Startup RunwayUSANon-profit organizationUnderrepresented foundersSupports diverse founders through grants and pitch competitions.
80%Black Female FoundersUSANon-profit organizationBlack women-led startupsSupports Black women entrepreneurs through funding and resources.
80%Minority Business Development AgencyUSAGovernment agencyMinority entrepreneursSupports the growth of minority-owned businesses through funding.
80%KivaGlobalCrowdfunding platformSocial entrepreneursProvides microloans to entrepreneurs in developing countries.
80%Venture GreenhouseUSAVenture capital fundSustainable startupsInvests in startups focused on environmental sustainability.
80%Feminist Investment FundGlobalInvestment fundWomen-led startups across various sectorsFocuses on supporting women entrepreneurs globally.
80% Xfactor VenturesUSAVenture capital fundWomen-led startupsInvests in women-led startups across various sectors.
80%Green D VenturesUSAVenture capital fundSustainable startupsFocuses on funding businesses with sustainable practices.
75%The Lemelson FoundationUSANon-profit organizationInventions and social impactSupports inventors and innovators focused on social good.
75%Ada VenturesUKVenture capital fundDiverse-led startupsInvests in founders with underrepresented backgrounds.
75%The Long Run FundUSAVenture capital fundSustainable startupsFocuses on long-term sustainable investments.
75%The Broadening FundUSAAngel investment networkDiverse foundersFocuses on funding underrepresented entrepreneurs in the U.S.
75%Community FundedUSACrowdfunding platformCommunity-based startupsOnline platform connecting investors with community-focused entrepreneurs.
75%Plum Alley InvestmentsUSAVenture capital fundWomen-led startupsFocuses on investing in women-led companies across various sectors.
75%Female Founders FundUSAVenture capital fundTechnology consumer products in healthInvests in early-stage female-led companies since 2014.
75%Backstage CapitalUSAVenture capital fundUnderrepresented founders in techInvests in startups led by women people of color and LGBTQ+ founders.
75%The FundUSA Angel investment fundWomen-led startupsA network of women investors supporting female entrepreneurs.
75%Diverse AngelsUSAAngel investment networkDiverse-led startupsNetwork of angel investors focusing on underrepresented founders.
70%Blue HorizonSwitzerlandInvestment fundSustainable food and agricultureInvests in companies that promote sustainable food systems.
70%Women’s Venture FundUSAVenture capital fundWomen-led startupsInvests in women entrepreneurs in various sectors.
70%AstiaGlobalNon-profit organizationWomen-led startupsProvides support and funding to women entrepreneurs in tech.
70%Bamboo CapitalSingaporeVenture capital fundImpact-driven companiesInvests in businesses focused on sustainability and social impact.
70%Diversity VCGlobalNon-profit organizationDiversity in venture capitalWorks to increase diversity in the venture capital ecosystem.
70%Rising Tide FundUSAVenture capital fundWomen-led startupsFocuses on early-stage investments in women-led businesses.
70%Enspire CapitalUSAVenture capital fundDiverse-led startupsInvests in founders with diverse backgrounds.
70%New Voices FundUSAVenture capital fundWomen of color entrepreneursInvests in women of color-led startups.
70%Impact America FundUSAVenture capital fundUnderserved communitiesInvests in companies supporting economic mobility in America.
70%Collective VenturesUSAVenture capital fundCommunity-focused startupsFocuses on investing in businesses benefiting their communities.
70%Black Venture Capital ConsortiumUSANon-profit organizationBlack entrepreneursAims to increase Black participation in the VC ecosystem.
70%Shearwater CapitalUSAVenture capital fundImpact-driven startupsInvests in startups that focus on sustainability and social impact.
70%Norrsken VCSwedenVenture capital fundSocial impact startupsInvests in companies that tackle global challenges.
70%Women Innovate MobileUSANon-profit organizationMobile and tech startupsSupports women in mobile and tech industries through funding and resources.
70%Women’s Economic VenturesUSANon-profit organizationWomen-led startupsProvides loans and business training to women entrepreneurs.
70%Mindshift CapitalUSAVenture capital fundWomen-led startupsInvests in women entrepreneurs focused on innovation and impact
70%The Venture CollectiveUSAAngel investment networkEarly-stage startups led by underrepresented foundersAims to increase access to capital for diverse founders.
70%Chingona VenturesUSAVenture capital fundDiverse female founders in consumer productsFocuses on female founders with unique perspectives.
70%Golden SeedsUSAAngel investment networkWomen-led startupsFocuses on women entrepreneurs in technology and consumer sectors.
70%Venture for AmericaUSANon-profit organizationEarly-stage companiesSupports entrepreneurs in building businesses in underserved communities.
70%VentureWellUSANon-profit organizationHealth and social innovation startupsSupports diverse entrepreneurs in health and tech sectors.
70%Catalyst FundGlobalVenture capital fundInclusive fintech startupsInvests in fintech startups focused on underserved communities.
65%Folk CapitalUSAAngel investment networkDiverse-led startupsNetwork of investors supporting underrepresented entrepreneurs.
65%Just BusinessUSAVenture capital fundSocially responsible businessesFocuses on investing in businesses that prioritize social impact.
65%Empowerment FundUSAVenture capital fundSocial impact startupsInvests in companies addressing social issues.
65%Aspire VenturesUSAVenture capital fundWomen-led companiesInvests in early-stage women-led startups across various sectors.
60%Next Wave ImpactUSAVenture capital fundSocially responsible venturesInvests in companies creating social impact.
60%Pioneer FundUSAVenture capital fundDiverse-led startupsFocuses on investing in diverse founders across industries.
60%The Black Innovation AllianceUSANon-profit organizationBlack entrepreneursAims to increase the success of Black entrepreneurs through support.
60%Color CapitalUSAVenture capital fundDiverse foundersInvests in technology companies led by diverse founders.
60%United Black FundUSAVenture capital fundBlack entrepreneursFocuses on funding Black-led startups and businesses.
60%Inclusive VenturesUSAAngel investment networkDiverse-led startupsA network of angel investors focusing on inclusivity in funding.
60%North VenturesUSAVenture capital fundHealthtech and social impactInvests in health-focused startups with social impact missions.
60%The Creative FundGlobalVenture capital fundCreative industriesInvests in diverse founders in the creative sector.
60%NextGen Venture PartnersUSAVenture capital fundEarly-stage startupsA network of investors supporting diverse entrepreneurs.
60%Women’s Health FundUSAVenture capital fundWomen’s health startupsInvests in startups focused on women's health issues.
60%The Gender FundGlobalVenture capital fundGender equity initiativesInvests in businesses focused on gender equality and women's empowerment.
60%Women’s Entrepreneurship FundUSANon-profit organizationWomen-led startupsSupports women entrepreneurs through grants and resources.
60%Culture FundGlobalVenture capital fundCulturally diverse startupsInvests in startups promoting cultural diversity and inclusion.
60%Inclusive Capital PartnersUSAVenture capital fundImpact-driven businessesInvests in companies focused on social impact and community benefits.
60%Angel Fund for WomenUSAAngel investment fundWomen-led startupsA network of investors focusing on women entrepreneurs.
60%The Black Founders FundUSA Grant and equity fundingBlack-led startupsSupported by Google for Startups; provides funding and resources.
60%Investors for ImpactGlobalAngel investment networkImpact-focused startupsNetwork of investors supporting social and environmental impact ventures.
60%Inclusive VenturesUSAAngel investment networkDiverse-led startupsA network of angel investors focused on inclusivity in funding.
60%Blossom CapitalUKVenture capital fundFemale-led startupsFocuses on investing in female entrepreneurs in tech.
60%Civic VenturesUSAVenture capital fundSocial impact companiesInvests in companies focused on social change.
60%Fund of FundsUSAInvestment fundDiverse and inclusive fundsFocuses on investing in funds supporting underrepresented founders.
60%Black Angel Tech FundUSAAngel investment fundTechnology startups led by Black foundersSupports Black-led startups in tech. Committed to closing funding gaps.
60%Rethink ImpactUSAVenture capital fundTech for social goodInvests in female-led tech companies that aim for social impact.
60%Harlem CapitalUSAVenture capital fundMinority-owned businessesFocuses on investing in diverse founders to close the gap in venture capital.
60%TechstarsGlobalAccelerator programEarly-stage tech startupsProvides funding and mentorship to diverse entrepreneurs.
60%Aglaé VenturesFranceVenture capital fundTechnology. Media. HealthInvests in innovative and diverse startups across Europe.
60%Funders ClubUSACrowdfunding platformEarly-stage companiesOnline platform connecting investors with diverse entrepreneurs.
55%Impact America FundUSAVenture capital fundUnderserved communitiesInvests in companies supporting economic mobility in America.
55%XPRIZE FoundationGlobalNon-profit organizationInnovative solutionsFunds teams developing solutions for global challenges.
55%Heroic VenturesUSAVenture capital fundTech startupsInvests in diverse founders focused on technology solutions.
55%Lerer HippeauUSAVenture capital fundEarly-stage companiesInvests in diverse founders across sectors.
55%The Latino Startup AllianceUSANon-profit organizationLatino entrepreneursSupports Latino entrepreneurs in the startup ecosystem.
55%Sierra VenturesUSAVenture capital fundEarly-stage technology companiesInvests in diverse founders in tech sectors.
50%Cradle FundMalaysiaGovernment-backed fundTechnology startupsSupports diverse founders in Malaysia.
50%MaveronUSAVenture capital fundConsumer-focused startupsInvests in diverse founders in consumer products.
50%Stewart Family FoundationUSANon-profit organizationEducational and social impactInvests in organizations supporting diverse communities.
50%The Edlong FundUSAVenture capital fundFood and agriculture startupsInvests in diverse entrepreneurs in the food industry.
50%Equity CircleUSAAngel investment networkDiverse-led startupsNetwork of angel investors focusing on funding diverse entrepreneurs.
50%Harvard Business School AngelsUSAAngel investment networkEarly-stage venturesInvests in diverse founders from the HBS community.
50%The Altman GroupUSAVenture capital fundDiverse-led startupsInvests in early-stage companies with diverse leadership.
50%Silverton PartnersUSAVenture capital fundEarly-stage technology companiesFocuses on diverse founders in technology sectors.
50%Kapor CapitalUSAVenture capital fundTech startups with social impactFocuses on tech startups that close gaps of access and opportunity.
50%The Rise FundGlobalImpact investment fundImpact-driven companiesFocuses on social and environmental impact investments.
50%Tandem CapitalUSAVenture capital fundDiverse-led startupsFocuses on investing in diverse founders in tech and consumer sectors.
50%Elevation CapitalIndiaVenture capital fundEarly-stage startupsFocuses on supporting diverse entrepreneurs in India.
50%Boost FundUKPrivate investment vehicleSeed and venture-stage companies in techFocus on underrepresented founders in the UK. 45+ companies funded.
50%Scale InvestorsAustraliaAngel NetworkFemale-led startupsAustralian network focused on women entrepreneurs in various sectors.
50%SBE AustraliaAustraliaNon-profit organizationWomen entrepreneursAimed at supporting female founders in Australia through funding and mentoring.
50%Startmate Women FellowshipAustraliaFellowship/VCFemale foundersPart of Startmate VC program, supporting women entrepreneurs.
50%Women Founders Network AsiaAsiaAngel NetworkWomen-led startups in techSupports women in tech industries across Asia.
50%Dazzle AngelsSouth AfricaAngel NetworkWomen-led startups in various sectorsOne of Africa’s first women-focused angel networks.
50%African Women’s Development FundGhana/GlobalVenture FundWomen-led initiativesFocuses on investing in women-led organizations across the continent.
50%Lions’ Den AfricaAfrica-wideVenture FundDiverse foundersInvests in diverse founders across Africa’s tech and consumer sectors.
40%The Next WomenNetherlandsAngel investment networkWomen-led startupsEmpowers female entrepreneurs in various sectors in the Netherlands.
40%Chaperone VCIrelandVenture capitalWomen-led startupsIrish-based VC focusing on female founders.
40%Fund FFranceVenture capital fundWomen-led startups in techLeading French VC focusing on women in the tech space.
40%Impact ShakersBelgiumVenture CapitalSocial impact startupsFocuses on diverse founders solving societal issues.
37.80%Angel AcademeUKAngel investment networkWomen entrepreneursUK angel network backing female entrepreneurs, especially in tech.

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