Qatar Foundation
FoundationDoha · Pre-Seed
Investment thesis
Qatar Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to unlocking human potential through education, research, innovation, and community development. For over three decades it has supported regional innovation and entrepreneurship, fostered lifelong learning and social development, and worked with leading international institutions to address Qatar's pressing challenges while creating local, regional, and global impact.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 30, 2026.
Founder mafia
2 people who came through Qatar Foundation went on to found or lead other companies.
What they invest in
from 1 of 1 portfolio companiesGovTech ×1Impact & Social Good ×1
HQs:Qatar×1
Investments · 1 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathDoha International Family Institute is a policy and advocacy organization focused on advancing knowledge about Arab families and promoting evidence-based policies at national, regional, and international levels.
GovTechImpact & Social GoodDoha, QA
Dr. Sharifa Noaman Al Emadi(Executive Director)
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Qatar Foundation invest at?
- Qatar Foundation invests at the Pre-Seed stage.
- What sectors does Qatar Foundation focus on?
- Qatar Foundation focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Climate Tech, EdTech, Healthtech, Impact & Social Good, Sports Tech.
- Where is Qatar Foundation located?
- Qatar Foundation is headquartered in Doha, QA.
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