Index Ventures Scout Fund is a venture capital fund (2021 vintage) managed by Index Ventures that focuses on early-stage deal sourcing and investment. The fund operates as part of Index Ventures' multi-stage investment approach, complementing their Origin (seed), Venture, and Growth funds. The Scout model helps expand early-stage founder reach beyond firm personnel, with scouts playing a crucial role in broadening potential investment opportunities. Recent investments include Fondo, Copper (Financial Software), and Quix (Media and Information Services).