Kapor Capital is an Oakland-based venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage startups across various sectors, including education, work, finance, justice, food, and health. The firm is dedicated to investing in technology-driven companies that aim to close gaps of access for low-income and underrepresented communities of color. Kapor Capital typically participates in Seed and Series A funding rounds, with a notable emphasis on fostering a more equitable and inclusive society.
Notable portfolio companies include Aclima, BlocPower, Career Karma, and Thrive Market. Key partners at Kapor Capital include Mitch Kapor, known for founding Lotus Development Corporation, and Freada Kapor Klein, a recognized advocate for diversity and inclusion in tech. The firm's investment philosophy centers on creating social impact alongside financial returns. Kapor Capital offers unique value-add services such as strategic guidance, operational support, and access to a network of industry experts to help portfolio companies scale effectively.
Kapor Capital - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
Total Investments168
Current Portfolio Count96
Total Portfolio Exits7
Top Investment Stages
Seed83 (51.9%)
Series A40 (25.0%)
Series B15 (9.4%)
Series Unknown14 (8.8%)
Pre-Seed8 (5.0%)
Stage Mix
Seed 52%Series A 25%Series B 9%Series Unknown 9%Pre-Seed 5%
Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.
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Kapor Capital - Classification
- Also Known As
- Kapor Capital Management Company L.L.C.
- NAICS
- 520000Finance and Insurance
- 523000Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
- 523900Other Financial Investment Activities
- 523990All Other Financial Investment Activities
- 523999Miscellaneous Financial Investment Activities
- SIC
- 6700Holding And Other Investment Offices
- 6790Miscellaneous Investing
- 6799Investors, Not Elsewhere Classified
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- NAICS
- 525000Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles
- 523910Miscellaneous Intermediation
- 523940Portfolio Management and Investment Advice
- SIC
- 6000Depository Institutions
- 6720Investment Offices
- 6722Management Investment Offices, Open-end