The Fund at Hula

What is The Fund at Hula?

The Fund at Hula is a venture capital fund operating from a 14-acre coworking campus, business incubator, and events venue located on the shores of Lake Champlain in Burlington, Vermont. The fund focuses on elevating Vermont entrepreneurs and start-ups, fostering community connections, and supporting innovation in the technology and business solutions sectors.

With an investment range between $10,000 and $50,000, The Fund at Hula primarily engages in Pre-Seed, Seed, and Early Stage investments, with a sweet spot investment size of $25,000. They specialize in backing companies that operate in the realms of Software, including Web Marketplace, SaaS, and other business solutions. The Fund at Hula prides itself on creating a strong business community, offering access to essential resources and services that include private meeting spaces, a state-of-the-art podcast studio, business address services, and a central mail room.

Tenants and investees benefit from high-speed Wi-Fi access, business-class printers, copiers, scanners, and communal kitchen facilities. Complimentary refreshments and common spaces designed to stimulate creativity, collaboration, and bold ideas are also part of the inclusive environment that Hula provides. The campus additionally offers discounted parking, bike storage, locker rooms, showers, and invites to join in the social and professional events hosted at Hula.

Partnering with companies like AWS Activate and Stripe, The Fund at Hula serves as more than just a funding source; it’s an integral part of an ecosystem designed to nurture startups and propel them towards significant growth and success.