Shrug Capital

Investor type

VC

Founded

2018

AUM

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Location

San Francisco, California, United States

Investment Ticket

$1-5 m

Investment Stage

Pre-seed Seed Series A

Region of investment

North America Europe
Investor profile last updated: 18 August, 2026

Profile

Shrug Capital is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2018 by Niv Dror and Moshe Hogeg. The firm is known for its unique approach to early-stage investments, leveraging a strong network to provide critical support to its portfolio companies. With a team of four professionals, Shrug Capital stands out for its creative and founder-first approach, making it a preferred partner for many in the venture capital space.

The firm primarily invests in consumer-focused startups, with a particular interest in sectors such as SaaS, fintech, Web3/crypto, and AI. Shrug Capital typically invests in pre-seed, seed, and Series A rounds, with check sizes ranging from $100K to $3M. The firm focuses on investments within the United States and has a portfolio that includes notable companies like Public, Genies, and Varda Space Industries.

Notable investments by Shrug Capital include companies such as Khloud - a food products company, Olympix - a network management software provider, and Artemis - a business/productivity software company. The firm has co-invested with prominent partners like Founders Fund and Breyer Capital, further solidifying its reputation as a key player in the venture capital ecosystem.

Industry

Media and Entertainment Internet and Web Services Gaming Fintech Fashion/Beauty SaaS AI Web3

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FAQs about Shrug Capital

Shrug Capital is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Pre-seed, Seed and Series A, writing tickets of $1-5 m.
Shrug Capital is located in San Francisco, California, United States.
Shrug Capital was founded in 2018.
Shrug Capital invests in companies and startups in Media and Entertainment, Internet and Web Services, Gaming, Fintech, Fashion/Beauty, SaaS, AI, Web3.
Shrug Capital invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe.
Shrug Capital invests in companies and startups at Pre-seed, Seed, Series A.
Shrug Capital usually invests $1-5 m on average.
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