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Backstage Capital

Venture CapitalAccepting Applications

Backstage Capital is a venture capital firm that invests in startups led by underrepresented founders — specifically women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. They have invested in 200+ companies across multiple funds and are committed to closing the funding gap in venture capital.

Investment Range

$25K – $500K

Location

Los Angeles, CA

Geographic Focus

National

Business Plan Required

Yes

Industry Focus
TechnologyConsumerHealthcareFintechMediaEducationSaaSMobile
Preferred Business Stages
ideaseedpre seed
Eligibility Criteria
Business Plan Required
Revenue Required

Preferred Founder Background

minoritywomenlgbtq

Disqualifying Factors

  • Non-tech businesses
  • Real estate
  • Restaurants without tech component
Focus on pre-seed and seed stage startups. Founder must be from an underrepresented group. Looking for scalable, tech-enabled businesses with large market potential.

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