Laidlaw Scholars Ventures Overview
Laidlaw Scholars Ventures (LSV) is a for-profit venture capital fund established by the Laidlaw Foundation to invest in startups founded and run by Laidlaw Scholars. Backed by a $50 million fund, LSV accelerates 'Good Businesses' by financing growth, providing support services, delivering extensive training and development, and offering a network of expert advisors and mentors. All profits from LSV are returned to the Laidlaw Foundation to invest in its educational programs aimed at breaking the cycle of poverty, reducing inequality, and developing a new generation of ethical leaders.
Is Laidlaw Scholars Ventures 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 Laidlaw Scholars Ventures, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.
Laidlaw Scholars Ventures
Investment focus
Invest in
- Western Europe 1 / 14
- North America 1 / 5
- East Asia 1 / 7
Stages
Seed
First ticket size
US$650,000 - US$1,000,000
How to approach funds like Laidlaw Scholars Ventures
When approaching Laidlaw Scholars Ventures, founders should highlight their connection to the Laidlaw Scholars community and demonstrate a strong alignment with ethical leadership and social impact. Emphasize how your business model not only drives growth but also contributes to broader societal goals, as LSV values ventures that blend commercial success with measurable positive outcomes. Show readiness to leverage mentorship and training opportunities, and articulate how access to LSV’s network can accelerate your mission-driven objectives.
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