Scout Program
Coalition Operators is a venture capital fund founded in 2020 that invests in early-stage startups at the pre-seed and seed stages. The fund manages $12.5M in assets and specializes in connecting entrepreneurs with experienced operators and investors. Coalition's mission is to increase diversity on cap tables by bringing more women and women of color into venture capital and startup ecosystems. The fund pairs capital with active operational support from its founding partners, who are experienced operators themselves, ensuring that portfolio companies receive both financial backing and strategic guidance.
Join the Superscout community!
🌍 Meet other scouts globally.
👀 Get first dibs on new scout programs and VC openings.
✨ Get feedback and investor recommendations for your deal memos.
✌️ Learn and grow together as a community!
Coalition's investment thesis focuses on supporting diverse founders, particularly women and women of color, in the B2B SaaS and healthcare sectors. The firm believes that increasing diversity on cap tables is essential for the startup ecosystem and fund performance. By leveraging a network of experienced operators, Coalition aims to provide both capital and strategic support to help these founders succeed.
Founders can apply through Coalition's website or be introduced by members of the Coalition Network. The program continuously reviews new opportunities without a formal application deadline.
Coalition operates on a carry-share model, where the founding partners are compensated through carried interest based on the fund's performance.
The program does not charge a fee for participation, but details on any costs associated with the application process are not specified.
The program operates continuously, with no formal application deadlines. Investments are made as opportunities arise.
The program's engagement level is not explicitly defined, but it emphasizes active involvement from founding partners in supporting portfolio companies.
Coalition is based in New York City and primarily focuses on East Coast and national opportunities, with an emphasis on in-person engagement.
Coalition Operators has been featured in various publications for its focus on diversity and its unique model of pairing capital with operational guidance.
Applicants are encouraged to clearly articulate their market opportunity and demonstrate traction, even at the pre-seed stage. Building relationships within the Coalition Network can also enhance chances of success.
Q: Who can apply? A: Founders, especially women and underrepresented individuals, can apply or be referred by network members. Q: What is the typical investment size? A: Investments typically range from $250K to $500K.
All trademarks, logos and brand names are the property of their respective owners. All company, product and service names used in this website are for identification purposes only. Use of these names, trademarks, and brands does not imply endorsement.