TLDR:
Bridge Funding Global has launched a new program to support diverse emerging managers in the venture capital ecosystem, expanding their focus beyond women for the first time. The program aims to provide comprehensive support and valuable feedback to all applicants. The initiative underscores the company’s commitment to creating a more inclusive venture capital landscape.
Diverse teams outperform homogeneous ones, bringing unique perspectives and innovative solutions to the table. Despite this, diverse communities face barriers in accessing funding in the U.S. Bridge Funding Global is aiming to change this by supporting women and underrepresented groups in the venture capital sector.
Recently, the company announced a new vertical to support diverse emerging managers, marking a significant market opportunity as diverse and women-led funds continue to outperform. The company is launching applications for a new program aimed at both women GPs and diverse GPs, with applications open until June 15th.
The program will provide comprehensive support and feedback for all applicants, with applications being reviewed by institutional allocators. Bridge Funding Global’s recent landmark conference highlighted the global impact of the company, with a growing network of investors showing increasing appetite for diverse investment opportunities.
