BK-XL
AcceleratorBrooklyn · Pre-Seed–Seed · 3 people tracked
Investment thesis
BK-XL aims to invest early in underrepresented founders building technology-enabled businesses in any sector, with a focus on creating economic mobility and fostering innovation in Brooklyn. The accelerator model emphasizes active involvement and meaningful equity ownership, allowing the fund to reinvest returns into supporting additional underrepresented entrepreneurs. By backing diverse founders and creating a supportive ecosystem through mentorship, partnerships with established investors, and peer networks, the program seeks to generate both commercial success and community benefit.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 25, 2026.
Team · 3 people
from the firm's websiteBusinesswoman, investor, and philanthropist who is Vice Chair of BSE Global and founder of the Joe and Clara Tsai Foundation. She established the Social Justice Fund in 2020 with a $50 million commitment focused on economic empowerment and closing racial gaps in Brooklyn.
Investments · 7 tracked
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Frequently asked questions
- What stage does BK-XL invest at?
- BK-XL invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What is BK-XL's typical check size?
- BK-XL typically writes checks of $125K – $125K.
- What sectors does BK-XL focus on?
- BK-XL focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is BK-XL located?
- BK-XL is headquartered in Brooklyn, US.
- Does BK-XL lead rounds?
- BK-XL typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
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