Are you a founder looking for early-stage funding? Look no further! We are a small private fund that specializes in providing early checks of up to $50K for founders. Unlike traditional venture capital firms, we are not incorporated as a VC. Our goal is to support promising startups in their pre-seed, seed, and angel stages.
Stage: Early Stage
At our fund, we primarily focus on startups in the early stages of their journey. This includes pre-seed, seed, and angel rounds. We understand that the needs of these stages are unique and require a different approach compared to Series A rounds.
Check Size: Up to USD $50K
We offer checks of up to USD $50K per investment. We believe that this amount can make a significant impact on early-stage startups and help them take the next steps in their growth.
Non-Financial Value Proposition
Our fund not only provides financial support but also offers non-financial value to our portfolio companies. Our limited partners (LPs) bring a wealth of experience in the ecommerce and payments sectors in Southeast Asia. This expertise can be invaluable for startups operating in these industries.
Industries/Verticals
We have a particular interest in startups operating in the fields of AI, CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods), and Climate. If your startup falls within these verticals, we would love to hear from you.
Geographical Focus
While we consider startups from various locations, we largely source startups based out of San Francisco, Los Angeles, and London. Our physical office is located in downtown Berkeley, providing us with a close connection to the vibrant startup ecosystems in these cities.
Source of Funds
Our funds come from private LPs in Southeast Asia. These LPs are passionate about supporting early-stage startups and believe in the potential of the founders we back.
When to Reach Out
If you’re a founder with a prototype or minimum viable product (MVP) ready to showcase, including a pitch deck, we encourage you to reach out to us. We are particularly excited about founders who have already tested product-market fit (PMF). However, we are also open to considering exceptional founders at the ideation stage.
If you have any other inquiries or would like to discuss your startup with us, please feel free to reach out to us at fundbeaver@gmail.com. We look forward to hearing from you and potentially supporting your entrepreneurial journey!