Francis Fund Overview

Francis Fund is an angel fund that invests in early-stage startups in the UK and Africa. The team comprises operators and investors with experience in building tech companies and investing in early-stage founders. The founding team are alumni of the Newton VC programme, run by London Business School and LocalGlobe VC, aimed at training the next generation of investors.

Is Francis Fund 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 Francis Fund, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.

Francis Fund

VC Fund

Investment focus

Invest in

  • Western Europe 1 / 14
  • Northern Africa
  • Central Africa
  • Western Africa
  • Southern Africa
  • Eastern Africa

Stages

Pre-seed, Seed

First ticket size

US$10,000 - US$50,000

How to approach funds like Francis Fund

When reaching out to Francis Fund, highlight your team's operational grit and your traction in either the UK or African markets. They value founders who demonstrate a clear understanding of their target market and can articulate how their solution addresses a real, validated pain point. Emphasize your ability to execute and adapt, as well as any unique insights or networks you bring to your sector. Show how your startup can benefit from hands-on support and strategic guidance from experienced operator-investors.

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