We invest in exceptional women-led startups - and build community among investors who recognize the potential of these companies.
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Understand our investment criteria, learn about our process, and apply for funding.
Learn about the benefits of membership, register for an upcoming investor event, or take an investor education course.
Golden Seeds was founded in 2004 to level the playing field for women entrepreneurs.
What began as a visionary idea has become a nationwide network of investors, with 9 chapters and members in 28 states, Washington D.C., and internationally, committed to supporting and funding exceptional U.S.-based women-led startups across all industry sectors.
Clean tech is now one of the fast-growing sectors for angel investment. In this article in Reuters, Golden Seeds' Co-CEOs Loretta McCarthy and Jo Ann Corkran explain the trends driving this shift and spotlight some of the remarkable women founders leading scalable and complex climate innovations.
Materna Medical, Inc., announced the establishment of a new ICD-10-PCS procedure code for the Ellora™ Obstetrical System by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, a significant step toward market access and reimbursement for labor and delivery innovation.
Zenflow, Inc. announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval of the Zenflow Spring® Implant and Delivery System for the treatment of symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia, also known as enlarged prostate.
Avisi Technologies, Inc., an ophthalmic medical device company advancing novel, sight-saving technologies, presented positive twelve-month clinical data on VisiPlate® Aqueous Shunt from the VITA Trial during the 2025 American Academy of Ophthalmology annual meeting.
We offer an environment that recognizes, supports, and funds the innovations of women-led startups
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With 9 chapters and members throughout the United States and internationally, our reach and our network are extensive
We consider investments in most industry sectors, including technology, health care, and consumer businesses
Golden Seeds hosts monthly Open House sessions designed for those curious about investing with us. In these one-hour virtual meetings, you’ll:
Golden Seeds is eager to meet women entrepreneurs who are in the early stages of launching their companies and who are considering seeking funding. Office Hours offer women-led companies seeking funding the chance to meet with Golden Seeds members, learn more about our investment criteria and process, and ask questions.
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