Kapor Capital

1999

Founded

242

Investments

United States

Offices

Venture Fund

Investor Type

About

Kapor Capital is an Oakland-based venture capital firm that invests in early-stage startups aiming to close gaps of access and economic opportunity for all. Founded in 1999 by Mitch Kapor and Freada Kapor Klein, the firm focuses on technology-driven companies that address social challenges, particularly those affecting low-income communities and underrepresented communities of color. Kapor Capital's investment philosophy emphasizes both financial returns and social impact, demonstrating that diverse and socially responsible companies can drive economic growth.

The firm has invested over $106 million in more than 170 portfolio companies, with 62% of founders identifying as underrepresented people of color and/or women. Notable investments include Promise, Lirvana Labs, Career Karma, Planet FWD, Penny Finance, Thrive Market, tEQuitable, interviewing.io, ChargerHelp, Newsela, and Kai XR. Kapor Capital's commitment to diversity and inclusion is evident in its portfolio and investment approach, aiming to create a more equitable tech sector.

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Portfolio Companies

Promise, Lirvana Labs, Career Karma, Planet FWD, Penny Finance, Thrive Market, tEQuitable, interviewing.io, ChargerHelp, Newsela

Gepgraphic Focus

United States

Key Differentiators

Focus on both financial returns and social impact, Emphasis on diversity and inclusion in portfolio companies, Support for founders from underrepresented backgrounds

Thypical Investment Size

Pre-Seed, Seed, or Series-A stages

Total Funds Raised

$106 million

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Oakland

Pre-Seed

Seed

Series A

Series B

Series C

Series D

United States