For investors

Invest in the next generation of startups.

Invest in startups we’ve already reviewed, interviewed and backed with our own capital, with pre-seed deals matched to your thesis.

Every deal you see has been

  • Reviewed against our four criteria: relevant, marketable, scalable, sellable
  • Interviewed: we’ve met the founding team
  • Backed by Getfund-startup with our own capital first
  • Matched to the thesis you share with us

Getfund-startup cheque

$5k – $50k

Stage

Pre-seed

Why invest with Getfund-startup

Save time with quality deals.

We do the sourcing and first-round diligence, so your time goes on the companies that matter to you.

Curated opportunities

Only startups that pass our review and interview reach you.

Personalised matches

Deals filtered by your sectors, stage and cheque size.

Structured review

A consistent process applied to every application we receive.

Transparent terms

Clear terms up front, and ongoing updates once you’ve invested.

How we vet deals

Every deal has been through four filters.

01

Application

Founders share vision, traction and team.

02

Thesis review

Relevant, marketable, scalable and sellable.

03

Founder interview

We meet the team and test the plan.

04

Getfund-startup invests

We put in $5k–$50k before sharing with you.

Getting started

Join in four steps.

Tell us what you invest in, and we’ll only bring you deals that fit.

  1. Register your interestA short form to tell us who you are.
  2. Share your thesisSectors, stage, geography and typical cheque size.
  3. Receive curated matchesVetted opportunities that fit what you told us.
  4. Invest and stay updatedCo-invest alongside Getfund-startup and get ongoing portfolio updates.

UK investors

SEIS & EIS opportunities.

We’re working with SEIS/EIS-compliant opportunities, which may let UK investors claim tax relief on qualifying investments.

  • Eligibility depends on the company and on your personal circumstances. Tax rules can change.
  • This is not tax advice. Speak to a qualified adviser before investing.
  • Early-stage investing is high risk. You could lose all the money you invest.

Investor FAQ

What investors ask us.

Something else? Email hello@getfund-startup.com

What stage are the companies?

Mostly pre-seed, with occasional seed-stage companies.

How are startups selected?

Every application is reviewed against our four criteria, and shortlisted teams are interviewed before we invest.

Is there a minimum investment?

Minimums and terms depend on each deal. Register your interest and we’ll share the details with every opportunity.

Are the deals SEIS/EIS eligible?

Some may be. We’re working with SEIS/EIS-compliant opportunities, and each deal will say whether it qualifies. Always check with a tax adviser.

Will I get updates after investing?

Yes. We provide ongoing updates and support on the companies you back.

Back what gets built next.

Register your interest and tell us your thesis. We’ll be in touch with opportunities that match it.

I invest as
Sectors, regions and typical cheque size.