Dart Labs / i-Ventures Scout Program
Empowering scouts to drive impact in health and climate technologies.
Overview
DART Labs operates an invite-only scout program as part of its early-stage investment strategy, focusing on health and climate technologies. The program distributes investment authority to professionals with deep expertise in these sectors, improving deal sourcing while identifying founders building sustainable impact businesses.
Investment focus
DART Labs' scout program aims to enhance investment in health and climate solutions by leveraging the expertise of professionals within these sectors. The program seeks to balance impact measurement with financial returns, targeting founders who are building sustainable businesses.
Program details
Prospective scouts should cultivate a strong professional network within health and climate sectors and demonstrate a commitment to impact-driven investing.
Who it is for
Candidates must have a track record as an entrepreneur, operator, or early-stage investor, with a commitment to an impact-driven venture model and the ability to evaluate founders and business models.
Check your startup’s fit
Check your eligibility for Dart Labs / i-Ventures Scout ProgramAdmissions and application
The program is invitation-only, requiring a professional network that demonstrates access to health or climate technology founders and sector expertise.
Benefits
Participants gain authority to identify and fund early-stage impact companies, receive coaching on impact investing, access to DART's core fund for follow-on rounds, and operational support for portfolio companies.
Timeline
The program runs for 12 months, providing tailored guidance to startups on strategy, culture, fundraising, and US expansion.
What came of it
Scout-backed companies have successfully progressed through early-stage funding rounds, focusing on health and climate technologies that address global sustainability challenges.
How to go about it
- Read what it asks for
Who can apply, how people get in and whether it is open right now.
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- Apply the way the program asks
The program has not published how to apply. Terms and dates change. Check the official page before you act.
What it pays
Participants in the scout program can earn carried interest on successful exits, aligning their incentives with the success of the investments they support.
Questions about this program
How do I apply for the scout program?
The program is by invitation only, and there is no public application process.
What sectors does the program focus on?
The program focuses on health and climate technologies.
About DART Ventures
DART Ventures
Venture Capital
Investing in health and climate innovations.
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From public sources
What the sources say about Dart Labs / i-Ventures Scout Program
DART says matching founder applications advance to an initial pitch call.
Source: ApplyDART advertises a founder application route on its official site; the receiving form’s availability was not verified.
Source: ApplyDART advertises help with founder-company operating processes and tools.
Source: Apply Accelerator: US expansion programDART advertises hiring and culture support for growing founder teams.
Source: Apply Accelerator: US expansion programDART advertises goal-setting and performance-management support for founders.
Source: Apply Accelerator: US expansion programDART advertises founder support when negotiating investment rounds or evaluating M&A offers.
Source: Apply Accelerator: US expansion program
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