WE Fund Venture invests in New York City based technology start-up companies founded by women and minority entrepreneurs.
The City of New York has committed $10 million alongside $20 million from five venture capital partners for a total amount of $30 million to be invested over the next five years. Through this public-private partnership, more women and minority entrepreneurs will have access to the capital that they need to grow their companies.
WE Fund Venture invests in companies that meet all of the following criteria:
- Are founded, owned, or led by women and/or minority.
- Have an office location in New York City.
- Are early stage (ranging from seed stage through Series A).
- Are technology or technology-enabled.
Our Partners
Our WE Fund Venture Partners include Archer Gray, Future\Perfect Ventures, Golden Seeds Venture Fund, WOCstar Fund, and the Multicultural Innovation Lab at Morgan Stanley. For more details, review the press release.
Interested in WE Fund Venture?
WE Fund Venture is a highly competitive program. Fill out our application form and you will be contacted if your business meets the above criteria and is a fit.