Foundation Capital
About Foundation Capital
Foundation Capital is a venture capital firm based in Silicon Valley, California, founded in 1995. The firm specializes in early-stage investments in technology companies, focusing on sectors such as fintech, enterprise software, and consumer products. Over the years, Foundation Capital has invested in over 400 companies, achieving more than 120 exits through acquisitions or initial public offerings. Notable investments include Netflix, Solana, Turing, Eightfold, Cerebras, and Jasper. The firm has raised multiple funds, with the most recent being its eleventh fund in 2024, which raised $600 million. Foundation Capital is known for its disciplined investment approach, emphasizing high-conviction, high-ownership, and high-touch seed-stage investing. The firm's portfolio spans various industries, including fintech, enterprise software, consumer products, healthcare, education, media, energy, transportation, retail, telecommunications, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, e-commerce, and SaaS. With over $6 billion in assets under management, Foundation Capital continues to support innovative entrepreneurs aiming to redefine industries and create lasting impact.
Investment Mandate
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Geographical Focus
African markets1
Other stated markets18
Requirements
High-conviction, high-ownership, high-touch seed-stage investments, Focus on transformative business models, Commitment to long-term growth and value creation
Stated Portfolio6
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