VELA Education Fund

investment firm

About

VELA Education Fund is a national nonprofit fund that invests in nontraditional education innovations that meet learners’ unique needs.

Details

Founded date
Jan 1, 2020
Operating Status
Active

VELA Education Fund is a national nonprofit fund that invests in nontraditional education innovations that meet learners’ unique needs. VELA awards microgrants and bridge grants to eligible individuals and organizations that are innovating outside of the traditional education system, to help them put their ideas into practice.

Investments

Number of Investments
Number of Lead Investments
6
6
VELA Education Fund has made 6 investments. Their most recent investment was on Oct 14, 2021, when Great Hearts Academies raised $150K.
Date Company Name
Round Money Raised Industry Lead Investor
Grant $150K Education Yes
Grant $150K Content Yes
Oct 14, 2021 Smart Girls HQ
Grant $150K EdTech Yes
Oct 14, 2021 Engage Learning
Grant $135K Children Yes
Grant $50K CivicTech Yes