BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt

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Investor type

VC

Founded

1970

AUM

$100 M

Location

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Series B Seed

Region of investment

Europe

ESG Focus

Impact investor
Investor profile last updated: 21 August, 2026

Profile

BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt is a foundation based in Berlin, Germany, established in 1970. The foundation promotes responsible leadership and inspires leaders worldwide to work towards a more peaceful, just, and sustainable future. It brings together leaders from business, policy, science, and civil society to collaborate on innovative solutions to global challenges.

The foundation focuses on three main areas: climate change and energy transition, urbanization and infrastructure, and education and qualification. It does not specify a typical investment size or stage, as it primarily operates as a foundation rather than a traditional investment firm. The foundation's initiatives are aimed at creating measurable impact through collaboration and leadership development.

Notable initiatives include collaborations with organizations like Norrsken VC and 2150, focusing on sustainable and impactful projects. The foundation's work is characterized by its commitment to fostering global networks and partnerships to address pressing societal issues.

Industry

Infrastructure Business Services (B2B) Education Networking Utilities Technology Energy ClimateTech

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FAQs about BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt

BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Series B and Seed, writing tickets of $10-50 m.
BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt is located in Berlin, Berlin, Germany.
BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt was founded in 1970.
BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt invests in companies and startups in Infrastructure, Business Services (B2B), Education, Networking, Utilities, Technology, Energy, ClimateTech.
BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt invests in companies and startups in Europe.
BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt invests in companies and startups at Series B, Seed.
BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt usually invests $10-50 m on average.
BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt has around $100m assets under management.
Yes, BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt is impact investor.
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