Social Capital
General contacts
Investor type
VC
Founded
2011
AUM
$600 M
Location
Menlo Park, California, United States
Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026
Profile
At Social Capital, we make big bets on transformational ideas, technology, and people. We strategically invest in smart, profit-minded opportunities and forward-thinking social investments that have the potential to shape a better future. Social Capital invests from a balance sheet of permanent capital to support entrepreneurship at all stages.
Industry
Social Capital Funds
| Name | Type |
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
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Social Capital Growth Partners
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Education
Financial Services
Fintech
Healthcare Services
SaaS
Software
CleanTech
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Pre-seed
Seed
Series A
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North America
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$5-10 m
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$600 M
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September 2017
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FAQs about Social Capital
Is Social Capital a venture capital or private equity firm?
Social Capital is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed and Series A, writing tickets of $0-1 m.
Where is Social Capital located?
Social Capital is located in Menlo Park, California, United States.
When was Social Capital founded?
Social Capital was founded in 2011.
What sectors and industries does Social Capital invest in?
Social Capital invests in companies and startups in HealthTech, Transportation, Telecommunications, Software, Security, Real Estate, Other, Media and Entertainment, Marketing and Advertising, Healthcare Services, Foodtech, Food and Beverage, Fintech, Financial Services, Fashion/Beauty, Edtech, Education, Nuclear / Fusion, SaaS, CleanTech.
What is Social Capital geographical focus of investments?
Social Capital invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe.
At what stages of companies and startups does Social Capital typically invest in?
Social Capital invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A.
What is the usual amount of Social Capital investment?
Social Capital usually invests $0-1 m on average.
What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Social Capital?
Social Capital has around $600m assets under management.
When was Social Capital last fund created?
Social Capital last fund was created/launched in 2017-09-17
What are the contacts of Social Capital?
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