We get it…
Fundraising is hard.
With us, you don’t have to do it alone!
The Capital Network is a non-profit organization dedicated to changing the narrative of who receives funding.
We believe a more equitable funding ecosystem is possible.
Who we are
The Capital Network is an active and inclusive trusted authority on owning your raise. We are an organization that takes a stand on creating access to fundraising expertise and capital for all early stage startups.
While our programs support all types of founders, our initial focus is on women.
Who we help
Female Founders to raise the capital they deserve.
First-time founders grow fundraising knowledge, confidence & connections.
Founders & Investors to build a more equitable funding ecosystem through conversations, community & education.
.jpg)
Founder-focused Fundraising Education Programs
We’re better together:
You know your business - we know fundraising.
Through fundraising education, programming, community, mentorship and our network of 300+ investors we are creating a more inclusive and accessible funding ecosystem to support female and first-time founders of early stage startups. Founders! We’re here to help you OWN YOUR RAISE!
Fellowship for
Female Founders
Women receive less than 3% of venture capital funding. Together, we’re changing that narrative. Since 2016, our Own Your Raise 6 month Fellowship program has helped over 75+ female founders raise over $50M+ in capital.
.png)
Fundraising Readiness
Workshops
Ongoing workshops for first-time startup founders. Whether it’s pitching, financials, understanding equity, accessing investors or crafting a fundraising strategy - these workshops are open to ALL.
.png)
Investment and
Inclusion Series
Without honest (& imperfect!) conversations, meaningful systemic change can’t happen. We’re collaborating with change-makers on sharing new actionable approaches for building an equitable funding world._
Sign up for an upcoming event!
What’s new at The Capital Network
We’re SO excited! We can finally announce who our 2022 female founder fellows are!
16 first time founders making a difference in sectors ranging from health, finance, agriculture, social enterprise, education, retail, VR, biotech, food, consumer solutions, and more…
Testimonials
Don’t just take our word for it!
Mai Le
CEO, Haystack DX
’21 Fellow
"The Capital Network transformed me, as an individual and an entrepreneur, and my business in ways that I could never have possibly imagined. It helped me build the confidence to lead, empowered me with fundraising knowledge, and more importantly gave me a safe space to practice pitching to numerous investors without fear of failing."
_
Terence Craig
Investor Mentor In Residence
"The Capital Network is about changing the narrative of who receives funding. A critical task given how exclusionary the current narrative is for women and minorities of all kinds. They give entrepreneurs and especially Female Founders the knowledge, tools, and community to knock those artificial barriers down and "Own Their Raise". I am proud to be working with them!”
Cecilia Frerotte CPA, Wolf & Co. Sponsor & Board
"The Capital Network works hard to create an open, inviting, and engaging space for entrepreneurs to build their fundraising skills and grow their network. As a long-time sponsor I have greatly benefitted from the community they have built and so impressed with the impact they have had on so many founders and investors."
Get involved
We’ve got something for everyone
Are you a first-time founder of an early-stage startup?
We’ll help you get where you want to go!
Access resources, and explore our program offerings.
_
Looking to share your expertise?
Early-stage and female founders need investor and expert support! Sign up to become a mentor, speaker, application evaluator, and more—your mentorship moves the needle.
Want to make a difference? become a sponsor!
Join our many ecosystem partners helping us make the fundraising ecosystem work for everybody.
___
Meet Some of Our Network
WHERE WE STAND: BLACK LIVES MATTER. STOP ASIAN HATE. LOVE IS LOVE. FEMINISM IS FOR EVERYONE.
WE’RE IN THIS TOGETHER.
Thank you to our sponsors!
