Google for Startups Latino Founders Fund, based in Mountain View, California, focuses on empowering Latino entrepreneurs by providing financial awards and extensive support. The fund typically engages in non-equity assistance rounds, with occasional seed investments. Awardees receive cash grants to help develop and expand their enterprises, along with continuous mentorship and product support from Google, ensuring they have the resources needed to navigate their startup journey.
Notable portfolio companies include Clayful, which has raised $7.15 million, and other startups like Bags, Benchmark Labs, and Botco.ai, each raising $150,000. The fund is led by key decision-makers from Google who bring a wealth of experience and connections. Their investment philosophy centers on fostering diversity and inclusion within the tech ecosystem. Unique value-add services include tailored mentorship programs and access to Google's vast array of products and expertise, providing a significant boost to the growth and success of their portfolio companies.
Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
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Mountain View-based financial firm, Latino Founders Fund, empowers Latino entrepreneurs with funding and Google mentorship.
Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.
Google for Startups Black Founders Fund
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Google Launchpad Accelerator
Google for Startups
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500 Startups: Latam
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Latitud
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LAttitude Ventures
Y Combinator Continuity Fund
Mexican.VC
mexican.vc
CapitalG
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Gradient Ventures
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Sonoran Founders Fund
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Escala.vc
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Mercado Libre Fund
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99 Startups
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Founder.org
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