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.
Golden Seeds has surpassed $200 million invested in women-led companies since our founding in 2004. The milestone represents one of the largest investment totals by any angel network this century and signals continued momentum around advancing gender parity in angel investing.
Forbes' annual AI 50 list spotlights the most promising privately-held AI companies in the world. Under the leadership of CEO Minna Song, EliseAI continues to scale its AI platform, transforming operations across housing and healthcare, driving efficiency, automation, and better experiences.
Two Golden Seeds companies, Kind Designs and BMI OrganBank, named as winners of the 2026 Villalobos Award by the Angel Capital Association (ACA). This award recognizes the most innovative ideas financed by members of the ACA across two categories: Technology/Services/Consumer and Life Sciences.
Osteoboost Health has closed an $8 million financing round to scale manufacturing, expand clinical research, and broaden commercial reach for its FDA-cleared prescription wearable for low bone density. The round was led by Ambit Health Ventures.
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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