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Animal Capital Fund III

vc$33MCo-invests

◆ Fund Size

$33M

◆ Check Size

$0.1M→$1.0M

◆ Location

United States

◆ Activity

Statusactively investing

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◆ Investment Thesis

Gen Z-focused early-stage venture capital with emphasis on consumer-facing technology and strategic distribution through influencer and celebrity networks.

◆ About Animal Capital

Animal Capital is a Gen Z-focused venture capital firm that uses an influencer and media-driven network to help portfolio companies reach consumers and build awareness. It focuses on early-stage consumer, fintech, health/wellness, and media businesses, with an emphasis on hands-on growth support rather than passive capital alone.[2][3][7]

◆ Sectors

Consumer AppsE-commerceCreator EconomyGaming

◆ Stages

seedseries-a

◆ Geography Focus

United States

◆ Team

NameTitleRoleLinks
Dylann SandsManaging Partnerpartnerin
Griffin JohnsonGeneral Partnerpartnerin
Josh RichardsOperating Partner and co-founderpartnerin
Marshall SandmanFounderfounderin

◆ Tracked Investments

◆ Notable Investments

Colossal BiosciencesWhatnotWhopUnderdog SportsArray LabsBuyWander

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◆ FAQ

What does Animal Capital Fund III invest in?

Animal Capital Fund III invests in Consumer Apps, E-commerce, Creator Economy and Gaming at the seed and series-a stages.

Which geographies does Animal Capital Fund III focus on?

Animal Capital Fund III focuses on United States, and is headquartered in United States.

What is Animal Capital Fund III's typical check size?

Animal Capital Fund III typically writes checks of $0.1M to $1M.

Which startups has Animal Capital Fund III backed?

Animal Capital Fund III has 2 tracked investments on Fusion42, including Buywander and Grounded.