Description

• Draper Goren Holm primarily targets early-stage blockchain and Web3 companies, providing capital and strategic support at the seed and early venture stages. 
  
  
• The firm also participates in follow-on rounds such as Series A, especially when continuing to support a portfolio company’s growth. 
  
  

• Draper Goren Holm’s traditional venture fund (first close documented at ~$25M) was designed to back early-stage blockchain projects and support investments roughly in the $250K–$500K range at typical seed stages (according to fund documentation). 
  
  
• Many of its investments are listed on public databases as seed stage (with around a dozen seed entries) and a handful of Series A participations. 
  
  

• The firm does not publicly state a fixed, uniform equity percentage it takes in every company. Like most VCs, Draper Goren Holm negotiates equity on a per-deal basis (with equity percentage tied to round size, valuation, and founder negotiation). 
  
  

• Investments are typically made using standard venture instruments (e.g., priced equity or convertible instruments such as SAFEs/notes) — negotiated with each company’s terms. 
  
  
• Because equity percentages are not standardized, ownership stakes vary depending on company stage, valuation, and co-investor participation.
  
  

• Draper Goren Holm does not have a publicly advertised accelerator portal in the traditional sense (e.g., application windows like YC or Techstars). It generally engages through direct founder outreach, referral networks, or curated deal flow submissions via its website or partner networks. 
  
  
• Founders interested in Draper Goren Holm investment typically reach out via the firm’s official contact channels or through introductions from venture partners, ecosystem events, or networks such as the Draper Venture Network.

Eligibility

• Primary focus on blockchain technology and Web3, including:
  
  
  • Infrastructure and protocols
    
    
  • Decentralized finance (DeFi)
    
    
  • Tokenization and digital securities
    
    
  • Web3 consumer applications and gaming
    
    
  • Crypto-native platforms and tools 
    
    

• Seed and early venture — with documented involvement in both entry-stage and later rounds. 
  
  

• Based in Santa Monica, California, USA, with global portfolio companies spanning United States, Europe, Israel, and beyond. 
  
  

• Founders building blockchain-focused innovations with technical depth, market potential, and early traction — especially those seeking strategic support in navigating the rapidly evolving crypto and decentralized ecosystem.

Process

What an Applicant can Obtain

• Seed Funding: Early capital to build or scale blockchain/Web3 products. 
  
  
• Strategic Mentorship: Guidance from experienced blockchain investors and founders, including access to Tim Draper’s network and Draper Venture Network links. 
  
  
• Network Access: Introductions to co-investors, partners, and ecosystem events (often via Draper network and industry summits). 
  
  
• Incubation & Acceleration Support: Studio-type operational help, positioning, and strategic alignment for early blockchain ventures.