What does Gaingels invest in?

Gaingels — sector focus: Agnostic; stage focus: Pre Seed, Seed.

How do I contact Gaingels?

Gaingels's published profile links (website, LinkedIn or X where available) are listed on the StartupFundraising.com investor profile.

Where is Gaingels headquartered?

Location details for Gaingels are listed on their StartupFundraising.com profile when disclosed.

Gaingels — Venture Capital Profile

About Gaingels

Gaingels is an American venture capital syndicate and fund headquartered in Burlington, Vermont, founded in 2014 to invest in companies with diverse and underrepresented leadership, particularly from LGBTQIA+ communities. Its investment thesis targets early-stage to pre-IPO startups across technology, healthcare, fintech, AI, and consumer sectors, with a global scope but strong US presence, co-investing alongside established venture leads that prioritize inclusive teams. The firm typically deploys checks ranging from $200,000 to $500,000 and operates primarily as a follow investor rather than a lead. Notable portfolio companies include Databricks, Brex, Carta, and WHOOP, with over 70 of its 2,400+ portfolio companies achieving unicorn status. Gaingels distinguishes itself by asserting that equity of access for underrepresented founders delivers both strong financial returns and meaningful social impact, a view it has promoted through public recognition such as the 2026 Inclusion Impact Award from the National Venture Capital Association.

Gaingels at a glance

Investor type: Venture Capital
Focus areas: Agnostic
Stages: Pre Seed, Seed

Frequently asked about Gaingels

What does Gaingels invest in?: Gaingels — sector focus: Agnostic; stage focus: Pre Seed, Seed.
How do I contact Gaingels?: Gaingels's published profile links (website, LinkedIn or X where available) are listed on the StartupFundraising.com investor profile.
Where is Gaingels headquartered?: Location details for Gaingels are listed on their StartupFundraising.com profile when disclosed.

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