Our investment thesis centers on deploying catalytic capital into high-potential startups led by historically marginalized founders. We prioritize ventures with scalable models, strong unit economics, and the potential to generate both financial returns and social impact.
Startup Fund LLC operates as a venture capital subsidiary of Startup Siler LLC, which is wholly owned by CJF America Inc., a North Carolina nonprofit corporation. This unique structure allows us to align philanthropic purpose with venture-grade capital deployment.
We primarily invest in early-stage and seed-stage companies. Our funding approach often includes follow-on investment capabilities to support portfolio companies through their Series A rounds and beyond, provided their financial KPIs and growth trajectories align with our benchmarks.
Yes. In addition to equity investment, founders gain access to a tailored accelerator through Startup Siler, strategic mentorship, executive coaching, and mental health resources. Our value-add approach is designed to de-risk growth and boost founder resilience.
We conduct a rigorous due diligence process, assessing factors such as addressable market, burn rate, founder-market fit, and defensibility. Our team also considers social ROI alongside financial projections when making investment decisions.
We invest in high-impact verticals such as fintech, healthtech, proptech, entertainment media, and enterprise SaaS. Our sector focus reflects our belief in industries where disruptive innovation can drive inclusive economic transformation.
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