Matrventures

Executive Summary

MATR Ventures is a Toronto-based venture capital firm dedicated to supporting underestimated founders from underrepresented backgrounds. They focus on transformative solutions in deep tech and digital infrastructure, providing not only funding but also mentorship and resources to help these founders succeed.

• Invests in founders from underrepresented backgrounds
• Focuses on deep tech and digital infrastructure
• Provides mentorship and resources in addition to funding
• Typical check size up to $220,000 for accelerator investments

Snapshot

Fund Size	N/A USD
Stages Focus	Early Revenue, Scaling, Seed, Series A, Series B+
Sectors Focus	Energy, Climate, Health, Fintech, Cybersecurity
Portfolio Size	1 companies

Investment Thesis

MATR Ventures focuses on investing in underestimated founders from underrepresented backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, LatinX, persons of color, women, 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. They target transformative solutions in deep tech and digital infrastructure, aiming to generate returns, enhance legacy, and shape the future.

• Target Founders: Underestimated founders from underrepresented backgrounds
• Sectors: Deep tech and digital infrastructure
• Stage: Late seed, Series A, and Series B+
• Check Size: Up to $220,000 for accelerator investments
• Geography: Primarily focused in Toronto
• Deal Criteria: Transformative solutions in deep tech and digital infrastructure

Team & Activity

Active team contains 16 members (4 partners, 0 founders).

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is MATR Ventures?
  

  MATR Ventures is a Toronto-based venture capital firm dedicated to supporting underestimated founders from underrepresented backgrounds, focusing on transformative solutions in deep tech and digital infrastructure. They aim to generate returns, enhance legacy, and shape the future.

  Investor Profile: MATR Ventures on EzFunding

• What is the investment strategy of MATR Ventures?
  

  MATR Ventures focuses on investing in underestimated founders from underrepresented backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, LatinX, persons of color, women, 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. They target transformative solutions in deep tech and digital infrastructure.

  Investor Profile: MATR Ventures on EzFunding

• Where is MATR Ventures located?
  

  MATR Ventures is located in Toronto, Canada.

  Investor Profile: MATR Ventures on EzFunding

• What are the investment stages for MATR Ventures?
  

  MATR Ventures invests at various stages including Early Revenue, Scaling, Seed, Series A, and Series B+.

  Investor Profile: MATR Ventures on EzFunding

• What sectors does MATR Ventures invest in?
  

  MATR Ventures invests in the following sectors: Energy, Climate, Health, Fintech, and Cybersecurity.

  Investor Profile: MATR Ventures on EzFunding

• What geographies does MATR Ventures invest in?
  

  MATR Ventures invests in Canada, the USA, and globally.

  Investor Profile: MATR Ventures on EzFunding

• What is the typical check size for MATR Ventures?
  

  The typical check size for MATR Ventures is $220,000 USD.

  Investor Profile: MATR Ventures on EzFunding

• Does MATR Ventures accept cold outreach?
  

  No, MATR Ventures does not accept cold outreach.

  Investor Profile: MATR Ventures on EzFunding

• What is MATR Ventures' investment focus in the Energy sector?
  

  MATR Ventures focuses on investing in transformative solutions within the Energy sector, particularly supporting underestimated founders from underrepresented backgrounds.

  Investor Profile: MATR Ventures on EzFunding

• What is MATR Ventures' investment focus in the Climate sector?
  

  MATR Ventures focuses on investing in transformative solutions within the Climate sector, particularly supporting underestimated founders from underrepresented backgrounds.

  Investor Profile: MATR Ventures on EzFunding