OSS Capital: A global investment firm exclusively funding early-stage COSS startups.
Location
San Francisco, CA, US
Founded
2018
OSS Capital is a global investment firm that exclusively funds early-stage COSS (commercial open-source software) startups. The firm typically invests in pre-seed, seed, and Series A rounds, focusing on companies that leverage open-source software to drive commercial success. OSS Capital's investment strategy is centered around nurturing the next generation of leading COSS founders, providing them with the financial resources and strategic guidance needed to scale their ventures.
Notable portfolio companies include Appsmith, Cal.com, Dagster Labs, and Rocket.Chat, which have collectively raised significant capital. OSS Capital's unique value proposition lies in its COSS Equity Partner network, which facilitates knowledge transfer from previous successful COSS founders to new entrepreneurs. This network offers portfolio companies access to a wealth of experience and insights, enhancing their potential for growth and innovation in the competitive open-source landscape.
OSS Capital - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages