Founded in 1990, Autonomie et Solidarité is a cooperative venture capital firm based in Lille, France. It focuses on combating unemployment and social exclusion by investing in the creation, development, and acquisition of businesses that generate employment in the Hauts-de-France region. The firm utilizes citizen savings to provide minority equity stakes, current account contributions, and participatory loans to economically viable enterprises. Investments are directed towards companies that create or sustain jobs, adhere to ethical and solidarity values, and promote employee well-being.
Is Autonomie et Solidarité the right investor for your startup? Browse their investment focus, stage preferences, and geographic scope to see how well they align with your fundraising goals. Your full match score with Autonomie et Solidarité, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.
Stages
Pre-seed, Seed
First ticket size
€77,000 - €77,000
When engaging with Autonomie et Solidarité, founders should highlight the tangible social impact and job creation potential of their business, especially within the Hauts-de-France region. Demonstrate a clear commitment to ethical practices and employee well-being, and be prepared to discuss how your enterprise aligns with cooperative values and long-term community benefit. Emphasize sustainable business models that balance economic viability with measurable social outcomes, as this resonates with their participatory and solidarity-driven approach.
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