Human Ventures

About The Fund

Human Ventures is a venture capital firm that takes a human-first approach to investing, prioritizing the human element in startups and emphasizing the importance of the founders. They operate with the conviction that investing in the right people is as crucial as investing in the right business ideas. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, NY, Human Ventures invests across various industries including Media, Education, FinTech, Retail & E-Commerce, Cosmetics & Fashion, Entertainment & Sports, A.I. & Big Data, HealthTech & Fitness, Blockchain & Cryptos, Advertising, Analytics, Future Of Work, Food & Beverage, Human Resources, Healthcare & Wellness, Investment Management, Mobile, Online Social, Consumer, and Woman Focused domains. The firm targets technology-enabled service sectors and offers robust support to their portfolio companies through a collaborative platform that comprises three key components: the Build Studio which turns early-stage ideas into launch-ready companies, the Fund which invests in the future of human needs, and an EIR Program that cultivates community among entrepreneurs. Their investments are designed to meet a broad range of essential human needs, from health and wellness to workplace innovations and community connections. Human Ventures looks to invest primarily at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Early Stage, Series A, and Series B stages with a typical investment minimum of $250,000, a maximum of $500,000, and a sweet spot of approximately $357,000. Some of their notable investments include Capsule, Current, Evvy, Groundswell, Headspace, and Paloma Health, showcasing a diverse portfolio that spans essential segments of human needs.