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Animal Capital

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Investor type

VC

Founded

2020

AUM

$62 M

Location

New York, New York, United States

Investment Ticket

$1-5 m

Investment Stage

Series A Seed Pre-seed

Region of investment

North America

Investor profile last updated: 11 June, 2026

Profile

Animal Capital is a venture capital firm based in New York City, founded in 2020 by Marshall Sandman. The firm focuses on early-stage investments in tech and software sectors, with a mission to redefine early-stage investing by combining investment banking discipline with operational expertise. The team also includes Managing Partner Dylann Sands. Known for their innovative approach, Animal Capital has a strong track record of scaling successful companies, including multiple decacorns and unicorns.

Animal Capital invests primarily in tech and software startups that aim to enhance consumers' lives through better, more efficient, and entertaining solutions. They focus on early-stage opportunities in the United States, specifically targeting the Seed and Series A stages. The firm currently manages a total of $62 million across three funds: Fund I with $13 million, Fund II with $16 million, and the newly closed Fund III at $33 million. The firm's LPs include notable personalities such as Paris Hilton and Mark Wahlberg.

Notable investments include Whatnot - a live shopping platform, Colossal Biosciences - a de-extinction company, Whop - a social gaming app, and Underdog Sports - a fantasy sports platform. The firm has successfully exited companies like Saturn, Deliverr, Inkbox, and Stage10, demonstrating a strong strategic approach to acquisitions.

Industry

HealthTech Technology Software Media and Entertainment Fintech E-commerce/Marketplace Digital Consumer Services (B2C) Consumer Products

Animal Capital Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Animal Capital Fund III	Venture Capital (VC)	Consumer Products Consumer Services (B2C) Media and Entertainment Software Technology	Seed Series A	North America	$1-5 m	$33 M	June 2026

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FAQs about Animal Capital

Is Animal Capital a venture capital or private equity firm?

Animal Capital is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Series A, Seed and Pre-seed, writing tickets of $1-5 m.

Where is Animal Capital located?

Animal Capital is located in New York, New York, United States.

When was Animal Capital founded?

Animal Capital was founded in 2020.

What sectors and industries does Animal Capital invest in?

Animal Capital invests in companies and startups in HealthTech, Technology, Software, Media and Entertainment, Fintech, E-commerce/Marketplace, Digital, Consumer Services (B2C), Consumer Products.

What is Animal Capital geographical focus of investments?

Animal Capital invests in companies and startups in North America.

At what stages of companies and startups does Animal Capital typically invest in?

Animal Capital invests in companies and startups at Series A, Seed, Pre-seed.

What is the usual amount of Animal Capital investment?

Animal Capital usually invests $1-5 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Animal Capital?

Animal Capital has around $62m assets under management.

When was Animal Capital last fund created?

Animal Capital last fund was created/launched in 2026-06-11

What are the contacts of Animal Capital?

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