FTTF Overview
FTTF is an independent early-stage venture capital fund established in 2018, dedicated to supporting deep-tech startups that leverage technologies developed by the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft. With a fund volume of €60 million, FTTF focuses on pre-seed and occasionally seed investments, providing initial funding between €250,000 and €1 million, and can offer follow-on investments up to €5 million per company. The fund is backed by the European Investment Fund (EIF) and Fraunhofer Gesellschaft e.V., and is supported by InnovFin Equity under the European Union's Horizon 2020 Financial Instruments and the European Fund for Strategic Investments (EFSI).
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FTTF
Investment focus
Invest in
- Western Europe 1 / 14
Product type
- Software
- Hardware
- Software-enabled hardware
Investment role
Lead and follow
Stages
Pre-seed, Seed
First ticket size
€250,000 - €5,000,000
Contact information
Finance Manager and Investment Controller
Liane Beckmann
Managing Partner
Matthias Keckl
Division CEO
Thorsten Mueller
Managing Partner
Tobias Schwind
Managing Partner
Johann Siemes
How to approach funds like FTTF
When approaching FTTF, founders should highlight the unique commercial potential and scalability of their technology, especially if it demonstrates a clear path from Fraunhofer research to market application. Emphasize strong technical validation, early traction with industry partners, and a credible roadmap for productization. FTTF values teams that can bridge the gap between scientific innovation and real-world business impact, so showcasing a blend of technical depth and entrepreneurial execution is key.
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