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Bridge Young Things (BYT) is a venture capital firm founded by a diverse group of friends with backgrounds in Taiwan, the United States, and Israel. The firm focuses on supporting minority entrepreneurs, particularly women and people of color, who face challenges in accessing funding. BYT operates globally, with a specific emphasis on North America, and engages in angel, pre-seed, and seed investments.
BYT invests in early-stage companies across consumer, fintech, and healthcare sectors, providing funding from its own resources. The firm specifically targets minority-led businesses, offering essential support and connections to help these entrepreneurs grow and attract further investment. Investment decisions are made individually to promote minority-owned businesses effectively.
Notable portfolio companies include Jiwo Paro, which empowers underserved tailors by financing sewing machines; AcaciaBio, offering an input-based language acquisition tool for K-12 teachers and students; and Polka Pop, India's first unsweetened flavored sparkling water.
Submit your pitch through their form at bridgeyoungthings.com.
BYT typically participates in early-stage funding rounds, often leading investments in minority-led startups.
BYT is open to follow-on investments, especially if the portfolio company demonstrates growth and potential for further development.
Specific fund size details are not publicly available, but BYT invests from its own resources to support minority entrepreneurs.
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