Better Ventures

better.vc

Better Ventures backs founders on a mission to build a better world by leveraging science and technology to create the 'Better Economy, where people and the planet flourish.' They focus on early-stage B2B solutions across three investment themes: building sustainable industry, improving human health, and equipping tomorrow's workforce.

Check Size

$500K - $1M

Stages

Pre Seed, Seed

Focus Areas

Climate Cleantech, Energy, Agtech

Is Better Ventures right for your startup?

Upload your pitch deck and get an AI-powered match score in minutes. See exactly how well you fit their investment criteria.

See If You're a Match

Investment Thesis

Better Ventures believes that mission-driven companies have a built-in competitive advantage and that business can be a force for positive change in society. Founded in 2011 as one of the original venture capital firms backing technology companies building a better world, they operate on the principle that maximizing value for all stakeholders—not just investors—is both a moral imperative and a source of financial outperformance. Their motto is ‘make money, do good.’

What Sets Them Apart

One of the original venture capital firms dedicated to backing mission-driven technology companies (founded 2011)
Certified B-Corp with published annual impact reporting measuring five key metrics: CO2 emissions avoided, waste reduction, water saved, people served, and quality jobs facilitated
Every portfolio company must address at least one UN Sustainable Development Goal
Explicit commitment to investing in diverse founders reflective of broader US population
Strategic early-stage capital approach ($500k-$1M pre-seed/seed investments)
Deep operational expertise and strong founder support network evidenced by testimonials
Focus on breakthrough science and technology (AI/ML, software, materials science, biotechnology)