LongJump

Q: When was LongJump last fund created?

LongJump last fund was created/launched in 2025-01-20.

General contacts

Investor type

Founded

2017

AUM

$55 M

Location

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Investment Ticket

$0-1 m

Investment Stage

Pre-seed Seed

Region of investment

North America

Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

LongJump is a first-check, founder-led venture capital fund based in the Midwest, with a particular focus on Chicago. The firm is industry-agnostic and aims to support early-stage entrepreneurs in turning ambitious ideas into high-growth companies. Their team comprises of over 200 founders, operators, and investors, offering extensive networks and unique insights to startups in their portfolio.

LongJump typically invests $110,000 at the pre-seed stage, focusing on companies located in the Midwest. They are industry agnostic but emphasize geographic preference to support regional startups. The firm has made 45 investments, serving as the primary capital source for founders in the region. LongJump does not specify managing multiple funds or a total AUM on their site.

Notable investments include Avant Health, Eventnoire, DeepWalk Research, Evergreen, Bilin Academy, and Blip Energy. Each company represents diverse sectors such as healthcare, marketplaces, B2B SaaS, consumer e-commerce, edtech, and deep tech. The firm's emphasis is on being a genuine partner for founders, helping them navigate complex challenges from day one.

Industry

Edtech E-commerce/Marketplace Fashion/Beauty Food and Beverage Healthcare Services SaaS Software Deeptech Financial Services Fintech Security Consumer Products Consumer Services (B2C)

LongJump Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
LongJump Fund I	Venture Capital (VC)	Edtech Financial Services Fintech SaaS Security Software	Pre-seed Seed	North America	$5-10 m	$5 M	March 2021
LongJump Fund II	Venture Capital (VC)	Consumer Products Consumer Services (B2C) Edtech Fashion/Beauty SaaS Security Software	Pre-seed Seed	North America	$5-10 m	$46 M	January 2025

Contacts

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FAQs about LongJump

Is LongJump a venture capital or private equity firm?

LongJump is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Pre-seed and Seed, writing tickets of $0-1 m.

Where is LongJump located?

LongJump is located in Chicago, Illinois, United States.

When was LongJump founded?

LongJump was founded in 2017.

What sectors and industries does LongJump invest in?

LongJump invests in companies and startups in Edtech, E-commerce/Marketplace, Fashion/Beauty, Food and Beverage, Healthcare Services, SaaS, Software, Deeptech, Financial Services, Fintech, Security, Consumer Products, Consumer Services (B2C).

What is LongJump geographical focus of investments?

LongJump invests in companies and startups in North America.

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

LongJump invests in companies and startups at Pre-seed, Seed.

What is the usual amount of LongJump investment?

LongJump usually invests $0-1 m on average.

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

LongJump has around $55m assets under management.

When was LongJump last fund created?

LongJump last fund was created/launched in 2025-01-20

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