Startup investors in Portland
The seed funds and angel fund that invest in Portland and Oregon founders, what each publishes about itself, and how to reach it.
All amounts are in US dollars.
Who invests in startups in Portland?
Portland founders can approach Portland Seed Fund, an early-stage investor in Portland and the Pacific Northwest, and Oregon Angel Fund, which invests in Oregon startups. Seattle-based seed funds that cover Oregon, such as Founders' Co-op and PSL Ventures, and the Alliance of Angels, are on the Seattle page.
Angel networks in Portland
| Network | How it works | Who it looks for | Fees | How to apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon Angel Fund | An angel fund with a goal of investing $100 million in 100 local startups | Oregon startups | Not published | Get Started section on its site: request a meeting |
Funds that invest in Portland startups
| Fund | Stage | Published first cheque | Focus and eligibility | How to pitch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Seed Fund | Early stage | Not published | Portland and the Pacific Northwest; its Intrepid Oregon Fund backs Oregon deep science tech companies | [email protected] |
| Founders' Co-op | Seed | Typically $1 million to $1.5 million | Software companies from Portland to Vancouver, BC | Plain-text email answering its 13 questions |
| PSL Ventures | Pre-seed, seed and Series A | Not published | Washington, Oregon, Idaho and British Columbia | Warm introduction preferred; otherwise [email protected] |
Programs that put founders in front of investors
No Portland accelerator with published terms and an open application was confirmed for this page.
Which route fits your company?
| If your situation is… | Look at | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Early-stage in Portland or the Pacific Northwest | Portland Seed Fund | Its stated region |
| Oregon deep science tech company | Intrepid Oregon Fund | Its stated focus |
| Oregon startup | Oregon Angel Fund | Its stated goal |
| Software company raising a first round of $1 million to $3 million | Founders' Co-op | Its stated region and round |
Meeting an organization's criteria means you can apply, not that it will invest.
Look north as well.
Founders' Co-op and PSL Ventures name Oregon in their regions. Include them when you plan a Portland raise.
What should you have ready before you apply?
- A short email introducing the company, for Portland Seed Fund.
- Answers to Founders' Co-op's 13 questions, each 120 words or less.
- A deck for an Oregon Angel Fund meeting.
For how to run the raise itself, see how to raise a seed round.
Frequently asked questions
Does Portland Seed Fund only invest in Portland?
It invests in Portland and the Pacific Northwest. Its Intrepid Oregon Fund backs Oregon-based deep science tech companies.
Do Seattle funds invest in Portland?
Some do. Founders' Co-op prefers companies from Portland to Vancouver, BC, and PSL Ventures names Oregon in its region.