Where exceptional founders are seen and supported

We’re a VC firm that funds and empowers underrepresented founders launching high-growth startups.

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First round, first champion

We’re re-stacking the deck at the earliest stages of company building, where institutional funding and resources are lacking the most for underrepresented founders.

Visionaries Accelerator →

A 14-week, virtual-first accelerator program to catalyze growth for overlooked founders. Founders receive holistic support via funding, curated communities, and hands-on support.

VHNYC Founder Fellowship →

A hybrid 14-week Founder Fellowship for 20 early-stage, underrepresented founders building high-growth, tech, and tech-enabled businesses based in NYC with $10K in non-dilutive funding.

Barrier-breaking support

We source all of our portfolio investments through our accelerator programs that provide unparalleled guidance, connections, and services for founders.

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Roll-up-our-sleeves resources

We match founders with dedicated, hands-on support ranging from product and brand design to customer acquisition and fundraising.

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Powerful community

Every founder we talk to knows what it’s like to be the only person who looks like them in the room. Here you’ll find a sense of belonging and support from peers and mentors that get it.

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Meaningful funding

We invest significant capital at the earliest stage to bet on the best founders and support them in building their companies.

Who are we looking for?

Visible Hands is focused on bringing together exceptional underrepresented founders from across the U.S. to build venture-backed companies.

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Underrepresented Identities

We are focused on investing in women, non-binary people, and Black, Latinx, and Indigenous American people.

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Exceptional Founders

If you are passionate about a problem and know that you are the right person to solve it, we want to work with you.

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Proven Skills & Deep Insights

We are seeking builders, technologists, industry experts, and community leaders who are ready to jump in and get building.

Join forces with us

Become a corporate partner to support our mission and tap into the potential of our visionary founders.

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“Fantastic, this product has really helped our team and business”
Jeff Bussgang
General Partner and Co-Founder, Flybridge Capital Partners
Senior Lecturer, HBS
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“Being a founder is hard, that much is true. But it’s so much easier with a community.”
Deborah Bial
President and Founder, Posse Foundation
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“Fantastic, this product has really helped our team and business”
Adam Messinger
Former CTO, Twitter | Technical Advisor, Ambassador Labs
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“Fantastic, this product has really helped our team and business”
Marcus Hollon
Principal, Black Capital
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“Fantastic, this product has really helped our team and business”
Robyn Glaser
SVP, Business Affairs, The Kraft Group
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“Fantastic, this product has really helped our team and business”
Michael Kumin
Managing Partner, Great Hill Partners
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“Fantastic, this product has really helped our team and business”
Greg Gottesman
Managing Director and Co-Founder, Pioneer Square Labs
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“Fantastic, this product has really helped our team and business”
Corey Thomas
President and CEO, Rapid7
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“Many of us know what it’s like to be the ‘only one in the room,’ so we’re here for you.”
La Mer Walker
Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer, Valence Community
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“Fantastic, this product has really helped our team and business”
Cait Brumme
SVP, MassChallenge
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“Fantastic, this product has really helped our team and business”
Ariel Solomon
Sr. Manager, Business Transformation & Analytics, Tesla
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“Fantastic, this product has really helped our team and business”
Bob Mason
Former CTO, Brightcove | Managing Partner, Argon Ventures
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We believe in you, early and passionately.

Our next accelerator will run from September 12 - December 16, 2022.

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upcoming events

Learn more at one of our events.

Accelerator Info Session and Q&A

Apr 12, 2022

3:00 pm

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3:45 pm

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Accelerator Info Session and Q&A

Apr 19, 2022

4:00 pm

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4:45 pm

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Accelerator Info Session and Q&A

Apr 27, 2022

12:00 pm

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12:45 pm

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