Description
Village Global is an early-stage, network-driven venture capital firm and accelerator based in San Francisco, California, known for backing pre-seed and seed-stage startups globally. Village Global differentiates itself by leveraging a deep network of luminary limited partners (LPs) — including founders and executives from major tech companies — to support portfolio founders with capital, mentorship, and high-value connections.
Village Global operates both as a venture investor and a founder support ecosystem, emphasizing “connected capital” — access to world-class operators and insights as part of its value proposition.
As of 2023–2024, the firm had raised multiple funds, with total assets under management near $500 million, including a Fund III (~$250M) closed in 2023.
Specific Funding Stage
Idea / Pre-Seed / Seed (Core Focus)
- Village Global’s primary investment activity is at the pre-seed and seed stages, including founders with idea-stage, early prototype, or first customers.
- The firm’s model allows it to invest very early — even pre-revenue — based on founder potential and alignment with thesis.
Follow-On Participation (Selective)
- Village Global often participates in seed and early Series A rounds, and may continue backing high-growth portfolio companies in later rounds.
Investment Amount and Percentage Equity (Company-Level)
Check Size
- The firm typically writes checks in the approximate range of ~$500 K to ~$3 M for early rounds, though amounts can vary based on company needs and round dynamics.
- Some sources list a somewhat wider range (e.g., ~$250 K to ~$2 M), reflecting flexibility in participation and syndicate structure.
Equity Taken
- Village Global does not publish a fixed equity percentage universal across companies; equity ownership is negotiated deal-by-deal with founders and co-investors based on valuation and round structure.
- Because the firm invests early, ownership stakes are typically minority, non-controlling positions.
Equity Structure
- Investments are structured using standard early-stage venture instruments, commonly:
- Priced preferred equity
- SAFEs or convertible notes (dependent on stage and terms)
- Equity terms are negotiated in context of each round and co-investor composition.
Application / Submission Method
Submission Method
- Startups seeking investment can engage Village Global via:
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Warm introductions through network partners, founders, and operator angels, or
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Online application routes such as the firm’s Velocity or general deal flow forms.
Interaction
- The firm may offer meetings and deal conversations directly with its team and network partners based on founder fit and conviction.
Process
Intro / Outreach: Founder engages through connection or submission.
Initial Review: Village Global evaluates team, vision, traction, and stage.
Partner Engagement: Interaction with network partners and team to gauge conviction.
Term Negotiation: Village Global negotiates terms alongside founders and co-investors.
Investment Decision: Capital is deployed based on mutual fit and timing.
