RareBreed Ventures
Venture capitalBaltimore Β· Pre-Seed Β· 4 people tracked
Investment thesis
RareBreed Ventures backs exceptional pre-seed founders building companies outside the traditional tech ecosystems of Silicon Valley, New York, and Boston. The firm believes great entrepreneurs exist everywhere and that many are overlooked by traditional VCs who rely on conventional deal flow and metrics. It focuses on founders who may not have polished pitches or deep networks, particularly those who have thought deeply about customer acquisition or are building products in overlooked markets. As one of the first investors, RareBreed writes checks up to $250K, viewing even small checks as potentially life-changing for founders and a source of strong returns.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team Β· 4 people
from the firm's website
Mac Conwell built an institutional fund via Twitter, publicly documenting the raise, using cold DMs and general solicitation over closed-door fundraising, and brands himself as an educator making VC transparent.
What they invest in
from 11 of 71 portfolio companiesConsumer Γ2Digital Health Γ2Fintech Γ2Healthtech Γ2SaaS Γ2Advanced Manufacturing Γ1AI & Machine Learning Γ1Cleantech Γ1
HQs:United StatesΓ4VietnamΓ1
Investments Β· 71 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathAllocate provides infrastructure software for private markets, enabling wealth advisors and asset managers to efficiently handle subscriptions, capital flows, and portfolio operations.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareFintechSaaS
Samir Kaji(Co-founder)inHana Yang(Co-founder & Chief Experience Officer)in
Blank Beauty is a direct-to-consumer nail polish brand that manufactures and sells custom-colored, non-toxic nail polish directly to consumers at reduced prices by eliminating middlemen.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerCollierville, US
CHARLES C. BRANDON(Executive Officer)
Xoilac TV is a live sports streaming platform that broadcasts major soccer leagues and tournaments in high-definition quality for Vietnamese audiences.
Media & EntertainmentHαΊ£i PhΓ²ng, VN
Glow Up Games developed games and technology centered on Black and brown joy and cultural representation.
GamingNew York City, US
MituLatoyaMitu Khandaker(Executive Officer, Director)Latoya Peterson(Executive Officer, Director)
Goodmylk produces plant-based milk alternatives made with premium ingredients and no preservatives or gums.
ConsumerFoodTech
Juno is a family-focused healthcare provider offering primary care, urgent care, women's health, pediatrics, mental health, rheumatology, and weight management services in a modern, welcoming environment with transparent pricing and extended hours.
Digital HealthHealthtech
Levels is a metabolic health platform that combines continuous glucose monitoring with nutritional tracking and personalized guidance to help users understand how diet and lifestyle choices affect their metabolism and overall health.
Digital HealthHealthtechWellness & Fitness
Manufactures plant-based braiding hair to prioritize customer health and the environment
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does RareBreed Ventures invest at?
- RareBreed Ventures invests at the Pre-Seed stage.
- What is RareBreed Ventures's typical check size?
- RareBreed Ventures typically writes checks of $50K β $250K.
- What sectors does RareBreed Ventures focus on?
- RareBreed Ventures focuses on Crypto & Web3, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is RareBreed Ventures located?
- RareBreed Ventures is headquartered in Baltimore, US.
- Does RareBreed Ventures lead rounds?
- Yes, RareBreed Ventures leads investment rounds.
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