Looking Glass Capital

Looking Glass Capital is a venture capital firm based in New York City, founded in 2019. The firm focuses on investing in and supporting mission-driven founders during the earliest stages of company building, particularly in sectors addressing significant challenges in health, climate, and empowerment. Their investment strategy emphasizes high-conviction investments in non-consensus opportunities, aiming to partner with entrepreneurs who are solving today's most pressing issues.

Looking Glass Capital typically invests in the first round of capital that a company raises, with initial investments ranging from $300,000 to $400,000 in $750,000 to $2 million rounds. They are open to leading or co-leading investment rounds, even if they are not the largest investor. The firm prides itself on being transparent, communicative, and responsive, offering support both pre- and post-investment through various channels.

Their goal is to be one of the most significant and meaningful investors in a founder's early fundraising journey, providing capital, advice, network access, and time. The firm's commitment to its reputation with entrepreneurs underscores its dedication to being a dedicated partner in the early days of company building.