Rebel Fund

Investor type

PE / VC

Founded

2019

AUM

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Location

San Francisco, California, United States

Investment Ticket

$0-1 m

Investment Stage

Seed Series A

Region of investment

North America
Investor profile last updated: 30 August, 2026

Profile

Rebel Fund is a venture capital firm focused on investing in top Y Combinator startups. Founded by accomplished Y Combinator alumni, the firm leverages their extensive experience in building successful companies valued at over $100B. With a dedicated team of professionals from diverse backgrounds, Rebel Fund stands out for its unique access to high-potential startups and its proprietary machine-learning algorithm, Rebel Theorem 5.0, which aids in investment validation and screening.

The firm specializes in seed-stage investments within the technology sector, particularly targeting startups emerging from Y Combinator. Rebel Fund aims to invest in the top 10% of applicants, utilizing its algorithm to build a diversified portfolio that is statistically positioned for high returns. The firm has invested in over 300 startups, showcasing its commitment to identifying and supporting promising early-stage companies.

Notable investments from Rebel Fund include Reddit - social media platform, Instacart - grocery delivery service, Cruise - autonomous vehicle company, Gusto - payroll and HR software, and Rappi - on-demand delivery service. These investments reflect the firm's focus on innovative technology solutions and its strategic approach to venture capital in the startup ecosystem.

Industry

Internet and Web Services E-commerce/Marketplace Digital Business Services (B2B) SaaS Software AI HealthTech

Contacts

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Jared Heyman Managing Partner
Managing Partner
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Justin Hilliard Principal
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FAQs about Rebel Fund

Rebel Fund is a venture capital and private equity firm. It backs companies at Seed and Series A, writing tickets of $0-1 m.
Rebel Fund is located in San Francisco, California, United States.
Rebel Fund was founded in 2019.
Rebel Fund invests in companies and startups in Internet and Web Services, E-commerce/Marketplace, Digital, Business Services (B2B), SaaS, Software, AI, HealthTech.
Rebel Fund invests in companies and startups in North America.
Rebel Fund invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A.
Rebel Fund usually invests $0-1 m on average.
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