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Overview

Who we areLGBTQ+ VC fund investing in LGBTQ+ founded early stage companies.
Value addWe offer more than just a check. We create an Ecosystem Playbook for every company we invest in.
Firm typeVC
Global HQ

San Francisco, USA

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Thesis

Funding requirementsWe invest in pre-seed technology and technology adjacent companies led by underrepresented LGBTQ+ founders that exhibit determination, grit and resilience and have an idea or MVP with a supported plan for growth.
Funding stages3. Early Revenue
LeadN/A
Check size$25k to $300k
Target countries Canada USA UK Australia

Team

Ben Stokes
GP/MD		I invest in LGBTQ+ founded early-stage (preseed, seed, series A) companies. We are sector and geography agnostic.
Patrick Driscoll
GP/MD

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Websitehttps://www.chasingrainbows.vc/

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We invest in pre-seed technology and technology adjacent companies led by underrepresented LGBTQ+ founders that exhibit determination, grit and resilience and have an idea or MVP with a supported plan for growth.

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