Building a stronger, more diverse, equitable, and inclusive future for venture capital.

Venture Forward is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded by NVCA to support both current and emerging venture capital (VC) investors by addressing imbalances of access, resources, and opportunity. Our vision is to see more women, people of color, and underrepresented people in investment positions of power who will ultimately fund a more diverse set of innovative founders, helping the ecosystem reach its fullest potential.

What is “DEI”?

“DEI” stands for diversity, equity, and inclusion. DEI philosophies are a crucial component of any healthy organizational culture, shaping an organization’s growth, hiring, and investment processes; talent management and retention; and more.

Read more in our DEI glossary and about why DEI matters in VC.

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Diversity

Proportional representation

Equity

Fair access, opportunity, resources, and power to thrive

Inclusion

Feeling welcomed, valued, and supported

Proportional representation
Fair access, opportunity, resources, & power to thrive
Feeling welcomed, valued & supported

What is “intersectionality”?

“Intersectionality” is a framework that considers how different facets of identity overlap, interact, and inform a person’s experiences, particularly with regard to systems of exclusion and oppression (see DEI Glossary).

We are the first VC organization operating from an intersectional lens to support investors of all backgrounds and demographics.

“Intersectionality” is a framework that considers how different facets of identity overlap, interact, and inform a person’s experiences, particularly with regard to systems of exclusion and oppression (see DEI Glossary).

We are the first VC organization operating from an intersectional lens to support investors of all backgrounds and demographics.

Change by the numbers:

The VC industry isn’t where it needs to be.

We’re doing our part.

The VC industry isn’t where it needs to be.

We’re doing our part.

With your help, we’re making progress.

With your help, we’re making progress.

One important cause. Three ways to help.

There’s no time like the present to change the future. Here are three ways you can contribute to Venture Forward’s mission right now.

Donate

Sponsor a program or support our mission financially through a tax-deductible donation.

Get Involved

Join our community, volunteer, or participate in one of our programs.

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