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Global HQ
San Francisco, United States
Countries of investment
  • USA
  • India
  • Nigeria
  • Chile
  • Egypt
  • Pakistan
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  • Pre-Seed
  • Seed
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    About
    Pioneer Fund is a dynamic venture capital fund formed by over 300 accomplished Y Combinator alumni, dedicated to identifying and investing in exceptional startups emerging from the Y Combinator ecosystem. Leveraging their extensive network and shared expertise, the fund actively collaborates to provide strategic support and capital to innovative companies poised for growth. Their impressive portfolio features numerous successful ventures that have attracted investment from prominent venture capital firms such as Andreessen Horowitz and Accel, underscoring their commitment to fostering a thriving startup landscape. Through a collaborative approach, Pioneer Fund aims to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs and drive transformative change across various industries.
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    $250K
    Max check size
    $2M
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    A fund of 400+ Y Combinator alumni investing in and supporting top startups from Y Combinator, the worlds top accelerator.
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