Prosper Women Entrepreneurs

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Investor type

Founded

2012

AUM

Location

St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Investment Ticket

$0-1 m

Investment Stage

Seed Series A

Region of investment

North America

ESG Focus

Women

Investor profile last updated: 13 August, 2026

Profile

Prosper Women Entrepreneurs is a for-profit organization based in St. Louis, focusing on accelerating women-led startups by increasing their access to growth capital and early stage investment markets. Founded in 2012 by St. Louis community leaders, the organization was established after a report placed the city low in rankings for female-led businesses, prompting action to enhance the economic participation of women. Prosper stands out for its mission to support gender diversity in entrepreneurship and capitalize on the untapped potential of women entrepreneurs.

The organization drives investments in early-stage enterprises led by women across various sectors without specific sub-sector limitations. By focusing on empowering women entrepreneurs, Prosper Women Entrepreneurs prioritizes impact and potential rather than traditional sector categorizations. The focus is generally on startups and early-stage companies that demonstrate a strong leadership framework. While the management funds size has not been disclosed, the mission suggests smaller, targeted investments.

Notable companies supported by Prosper Women Entrepreneurs include LeanMedia - a digital media company, KiraKira - an online education platform, Janus Choice - healthcare solutions provider, FetchFind - pet industry services, and Humblee - a technology services company.

Industry

Media and Entertainment Consumer Services (B2C) Technology Networking Healthcare Services Business Services (B2B) Digital Education

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Carol Matthews Managing Partner - PWE Startup Accelerator

Managing Partner - PWE Startup Accelerator

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FAQs about Prosper Women Entrepreneurs

Is Prosper Women Entrepreneurs a venture capital or private equity firm?

Prosper Women Entrepreneurs is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed and Series A, writing tickets of $0-1 m.

Where is Prosper Women Entrepreneurs located?

Prosper Women Entrepreneurs is located in St. Louis, Missouri, United States.

When was Prosper Women Entrepreneurs founded?

Prosper Women Entrepreneurs was founded in 2012.

What sectors and industries does Prosper Women Entrepreneurs invest in?

Prosper Women Entrepreneurs invests in companies and startups in Media and Entertainment, Consumer Services (B2C), Technology, Networking, Healthcare Services, Business Services (B2B), Digital, Education.

What is Prosper Women Entrepreneurs geographical focus of investments?

Prosper Women Entrepreneurs invests in companies and startups in North America.

At what stages of companies and startups does Prosper Women Entrepreneurs typically invest in?

Prosper Women Entrepreneurs invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A.

What is the usual amount of Prosper Women Entrepreneurs investment?

Prosper Women Entrepreneurs usually invests $0-1 m on average.

Does Prosper Women Entrepreneurs invest and support LGBTQ, female and other minorities startups and founders?

Prosper Women Entrepreneurs invests and supports Women startups and founders.

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