Chasing Rainbows
Impact investorSan Francisco · Pre-Seed–Series A · 4 people tracked
Also known as CHASING RAINBOWS VENTURES, LLC
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Investment thesis
Chasing Rainbows invests in LGBTQ+ founded startups, a population it argues is systemically overlooked by traditional investors yet consistently outperforms on metrics such as patents, jobs created, and exits. The firm is sector-agnostic but concentrates on four pillars: healthcare, sustainability, education, and financial equity and inclusion. It targets companies from pre-seed through Series A, allocating roughly 80% to US-based companies and 20% internationally. The fund frames championing LGBTQ+ founders as sound business, believing the resilience, principles, courage, and resourcefulness forged through adversity make these founders especially promising.
Source: firm website, verified Oct 17, 2026.
Team · 4 people
from public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 2 of 5 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×1Biotech ×1Circular Economy ×1Cleantech ×1Consumer ×1Hardware ×1Medical Devices ×1New Materials ×1
HQs:United Kingdom×1
Investments · 5 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathPolari Group is a biotech company focused on infectious disease research and product development, leveraging scientific expertise in virology, bioengineering, and microfluidics.
AI & Machine LearningBiotechConsumerHardwareMedical DevicesWellness & FitnessLondon, GB
Co-investorsAda VenturesVentures Together
Tomtex develops biodegradable, low-waste materials with a focus on regenerative and sustainable production.
Circular EconomyCleantechNew Materials
Co-investorsEarth Venture CapitalGaingelsNucleus Adventure CapitalSOSVAVVC3 Ventures+2 more
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Chasing Rainbows made?
- Chasing Rainbows has 5 tracked investments.
- What stage does Chasing Rainbows invest at?
- Chasing Rainbows invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What is Chasing Rainbows's typical check size?
- Chasing Rainbows typically writes checks of $50K – $250K.
- What sectors does Chasing Rainbows focus on?
- Chasing Rainbows focuses on Cleantech, Climate Tech, Digital Health, EdTech, Fintech, Healthtech, Impact & Social Good, Mental Health, Sector Agnostic, Wellness & Fitness.
- Where is Chasing Rainbows located?
- Chasing Rainbows is headquartered in San Francisco, US.
- Who does Chasing Rainbows co-invest with?
- Chasing Rainbows most often shares deals with Aura Group, Draper B1, Folklore Ventures, among 11 tracked co-investors.
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