Startup investors in Atlanta
The angel network, venture firm and state-funded program that take applications from Atlanta and Southeast founders, what each publishes about itself, and how to reach it.
All amounts are in US dollars.
Who invests in startups in Atlanta?
Atlanta founders can apply to Atlanta Technology Angels, which publishes its deal sizes, terms and monthly process, and approach Atlanta Ventures, which invests from idea to Series A across the Southeast. ATDC, Georgia Tech's state-funded startup program, takes no equity and connects its Signature companies with investors.
Angel networks in Atlanta
| Network | How it works | Who it looks for | Fees | How to apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Technology Angels | Apply by the last day of the month; 3 to 5 companies pitch to the screening team on the second Thursday of the next month (no December screening). Companies ready for due diligence present at a monthly member meeting. Invests $100,000 to $300,000 per deal; leads rounds of $300,000 to $750,000, usually on a convertible note with 6% interest, a 20% discount and a $2 million to $12 million cap. | Technology companies in the Southeast, especially greater Atlanta, with at least a working product being tested by customers. Pharmaceuticals generally excluded | None: it doesn't charge companies to present | Pre-screening application on F6S |
Funds that invest in Atlanta startups
| Fund | Stage | Published first cheque | Focus and eligibility | How to pitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Ventures | Idea to Series A | Not published | B2B SaaS, healthcare, AI and community tech across the Southeast | Get Funded path on its site; monthly Pitch Practice sessions open to all founders |
Programs that put founders in front of investors
- ATDC. Georgia Tech's state-funded startup program, which takes no equity. Accelerate is for tech founders with an MVP working toward product-market fit; Signature is for Georgia's highest-potential tech startups moving to scale and includes investor access. Use its program finder to see which fits.
Which route fits your company?
| If your situation is… | Look at | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Southeast tech company with a working product being tested by customers | Atlanta Technology Angels | Its minimum criteria |
| Raising a seed round of $300,000 to $750,000 on a convertible note | Atlanta Technology Angels as lead | Its published lead terms |
| B2B SaaS, healthcare or AI, idea to Series A | Atlanta Ventures | Its stated focus |
| Georgia tech founder with an MVP | ATDC Accelerate | Its stated audience |
Meeting an organization's criteria means you can apply, not that it will invest.
Know the lead terms.
ATA publishes its usual lead terms: 6% interest, a 20% discount and a $2 million to $12 million cap. Compare them with your own plan before you apply.
What should you have ready before you apply?
- An F6S profile, for ATA's application.
- Proof of customer testing, the minimum stage ATA states.
- Your target cap, to compare with ATA's published range.
For how to run the raise itself, see how to raise a seed round.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Atlanta Technology Angels invest?
$100,000 to $300,000 per deal, and it leads rounds of $300,000 to $750,000.
When does ATA screen applications?
On the second Thursday of each month, for applications received by the last day of the month before. There is no December screening.
Does ATDC take equity?
No. ATDC is state-funded and takes no equity.
Does ATA charge founders to pitch?
No. It doesn't charge companies to present to members.