Initiatives
Emerge
The Emerge Initiative is designed to help level the playing field by supporting early-stage companies led by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) founders. Non-dilutive grants are awarded to BIPOC-led companies who are at the concept stage. The BFM Fund works with various non-profits, including its flagship partner- Oregon Entrepreneurs Network, to create geographic and industry specific standards.
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Get Funded
Get Funded is designed to help level the playing field by supporting emerging fund led by Women and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) fund managers.The BFM Fund works with diverse funds, including its current partners Venture for T.H.E.M.
BIPOC Leaders Lunch
BIPOC Leaders Lunch is designed to help level the playing field by supporting early stage startups led by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) founders.The BFM Fund works with diverse founders and community organizations, including its current partners - Let’s Connect PNW.
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WOC Dinners
The BFM Fund and Sutton Capital are proud to co-host an intimate dinner in NYC, for Women of Color fund managers, their limited partners, and potential LPs. This partnership, along with First Republic Bank, will be hosting a series of events across the United States focused on WOC-led funds and LPs who are interested in creating more equitable investor representation. Do you know a GP or an LP that should be included in these events? Please email Himalaya to get them added to our invite list.
