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Startups. VC Funds. Alternatives.
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Invest in pre-vetted startups, targeted venture funds and a range of alternatives.
Join high net worth investors in private equity, private credit, and other alternative assets.
How to Start Investing with OurCrowd
In addition to single-company investments, OurCrowd offers multiple great options for you to better diversify your portfolio.
About OurCrowd
OurCrowd is a global investment platform that offers a broad range of opportunities to invest in emerging startup companies and private market alternatives.
OurCrowd gives accredited investors unique access to private market investment opportunities in pre-vetted startups, exclusive venture funds and hard-to-access alternative asset classes, alongside some of the world’s leading sovereign wealth funds, institutions, corporations, family offices and angel investors.Based in Jerusalem with staff and offices around the world, OurCrowd has been ranked by PitchBook as Israel’s most active VC investor each year since it was founded in 2013 by CEO Jon Medved.
Frequent Questions From Our Users
What are startup investments?
Startup investments refer to the financial support that investors provide to early-stage, emerging companies in exchange for ownership equity or a stake in the company. These investments are crucial for startups because they provide the necessary capital to fund the company’s growth, operations, and development efforts. In return, investors hope to benefit from the startup's success when it achieves an exit.
Are startups worth investing in?
Investing in startups can deliver long-term returns far in excess of returns from public stocks, but it's important to understand that startup investments come with a high level of risk and uncertainty. Whether or not they are worth investing in depends on various factors, including your risk tolerance, potential returns, investment goals, and the specific startup in question.
How do people invest in startups?
People can invest in startups through methods like direct equity investments (buying shares), convertible notes or SAFEs (debt instruments), equity crowdfunding platforms, or by participating in venture capital funds. It is rare for startups to accept smaller investments of under $100,000 from people who are not directly acquainted with the founders. SEC rules, and equivalent regulatory authorities in other countries, limit direct investment in startups to accredited investors only. OurCrowd grants investors rare access to a wide range of startup opportunities in three ways: by selecting startups individually, investing in funds, or via a pre-funded investment account.
How do I find good startups to invest in?
Finding startups to invest in requires a lot of research and due diligence. At OurCrowd, we have done all the hard work for you. On our ‘Opportunities’ page, you’ll find all startup companies currently raising funds. Click on a company to reveal detailed information for investors, including our unique “Our Take” in-depth analysis. With all the details at your fingertips, you can quickly find the startup investment opportunities that suit you best. Please note that to invest via OurCrowd you must be an accredited investor.
How do I start investing in startups?
Simply follow these easy steps.
1. Join OurCrowd by creating a free account to gain access to all our platform’s features (accredited investors only).
2. Browse through our open investment opportunities and review each company with the help of our detailed reports and unique analyses.
3. Invest in the companies you want by simply clicking on the green ‘Invest’ button located at the top of each company page and follow the instructions. A member of our Investor Relations team will contact you to support you all the way. We’ll also ensure that you receive news and updates regarding your investments so that you can easily track and manage your portfolio’s performance.
What other alternative investment opportunities does OurCrowd offer?
Just as OurCrowd provides unprecedented access to startup investments, we also offer exclusive investment opportunities in private equity, private credit, secondary funds, real estate funds and other asset classes usually reserved for the largest investors and institutions. With OurCrowd, investors can curate a comprehensive portfolio spanning the spectrum of alternative investments. These products boast potential for attractive risk-adjusted returns, reduced volatility and enhanced diversification.
What are the benefits of investing in alternative assets beyond startups?
Private equity, private credit, secondary funds and other alternative investments may offer several potential advantages. These can include inflation-protected returns, greater liquidity, fixed-term investments, quarterly income, and other benefits to round out your alternative investment portfolio.
Why should I choose OurCrowd to invest in alternative assets?
Investing in private equity, private credit and other alternative assets is usually reserved for institutions and those who can commit to very high amounts, often in the hundreds of thousands or millions of dollars. OurCrowd enables more investors to gain access to these exclusive opportunities at low investment minimums.