The Southern Appalachian Fund - aVenture Asset Manager Research
Location
London, Greater London, GB
The Southern Appalachian Fund is a $12.5 million venture capital fund focused on providing equity capital and operational assistance to businesses in southern Appalachia. The fund primarily invests in companies located in Tennessee, Kentucky, and the Appalachian counties of Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi. SAF typically participates in Series A rounds, with investments ranging from $750,000 to $5 million.
As one of six New Markets Venture Capital Companies in the United States, SAF aims to promote economic growth and wealth creation in its target region. Notable portfolio companies include SemiSouth Laboratories and Tier 1 Performance. The fund's investment strategy aligns with the developmental goals of the NMVC Program, supporting high-potential businesses in underserved areas of southern Appalachia.
The Southern Appalachian Fund - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
Portfolio Companies2
Follow-on Investments1
Current Portfolio Count1
Top Investment Stages
Series A3 (100.0%)
Stage Mix
Series A 100%
Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.
