Queen Mary Social Venture Fund Programme
Overview
The Queen Mary Social Venture Fund Programme (QMSVF) is the UK's first student-led social impact venture capital fund, established to support early-stage, student- and graduate-founded ventures that blend strong financial potential with meaningful social impact. Operating under the School of Business and Management at Queen Mary University of London, QMSVF offers students hands-on experience in impact investing through a real-life venture fund. The programme trains students in the full venture capital process over two semesters, from sourcing and screening startups to conducting due diligence and making investment decisions, with support from industry experts. Since its inception in 2020, QMSVF has engaged with over 400 startups and organizations with a social mission, investing in innovative ventures that address social challenges ranging from sustainability to mental health. The fund aims to empower the next generation of social entrepreneurs and investors from diverse backgrounds, fostering long-term social change.
Investment Focus
- Student-led ventures
- Social mission focus
- Early-stage startups
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Queen Mary Social Venture Fund Programme invest in?
Queen Mary Social Venture Fund Programme invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in England, United Kingdom. Queen Mary Social Venture Fund Programme is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Queen Mary Social Venture Fund Programme invest at?
Queen Mary Social Venture Fund Programme backs companies at Seed and Early Stage.
Which regions does Queen Mary Social Venture Fund Programme invest in?
Queen Mary Social Venture Fund Programme invests across United Kingdom.
What companies has Queen Mary Social Venture Fund Programme invested in?
Queen Mary Social Venture Fund Programme's portfolio includes Oshen and Motics.
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