About First Close Partners
First Close Partners backs venture funds owned by underrepresented managers (“URMs”) -- especially to help them get to a “first close.” The company invests in venture capital firms owned and operated by URMs who are people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Indigenous people, people with disabilities, and members of other groups that have been historically underrepresented, especially (but not solely) in the venture capital industry. The venture capital funds into which they have invested are predominantly located in the US, Europe, and Africa.
Investment Details
Investment Range
Not specified
Investment Stage
Various stages
Industry Focus
Financial Services, VR/AR, :"I
Investor Type
Venture Capital
Investment Focus
Focus Areas
Investment Stages