If you are ready to take your startup to the next level, start your application today.
Who Should Apply?
Strand Ventures. funds student-led startups at the earliest stages—whether you’re developing an MVP, refining your business model, or preparing for market entry.
We invest in:
Pre-seed and early-stage startups with scalable potential
Student founders from UK universities
Innovative ideas in SaaS, Consumer Goods, Biotech, EdTech, ClimateTech, and DeepTech
If you’re a first-time founder looking for capital and strategic support, we want to hear from you.
What We Offer.
First-Check Capital – Early investment to help you validate your idea and gain traction.
A Long-Term Partnership – We stay engaged beyond funding, offering strategic support and industry insights.
Opportunities to Scale – Our network connects you with investors and accelerators that can fuel your next stage of growth.
How It Works.
Submit Your Application – Tell us about your startup, traction, and funding needs.
Initial Review – Our team evaluates your application and shortlists potential investments.
Pitch to Us – Selected startups pitch to our investment team.
Due Diligence – We assess your team, market opportunity, and business model.
Funding Decision – If successful, you’ll receive funding and access to our network.
This process ensures that we back high-potential founders and provide them with the resources to succeed.
Who We Look For.
Founders who:
Understand their market and can articulate their startup’s potential.
Demonstrate strong execution skills and the ability to adapt.
Have clear goals for how they will use funding to grow.
We don’t require a fully developed product or revenue, but we do look for founders with a clear vision and a plan to execute it.