Not all VCs are right for your company. A fintech seed fund won't lead your Series B climate tech round. The VC Matchmaker filters 35+ verified venture capital firms by stage, sector, location, check size, and traction level — so you pitch the investors who actually write checks for companies like yours.
How do I find the right VC for my startup?
Filter by stage (pre-seed through growth), sector, location, and check size. A VC writing $5M checks won't lead a $500K seed round. Location matters — many VCs prefer local investments. The Matchmaker filters 35+ firms by all criteria at once.
How many VCs should I pitch?
30-50 qualified VCs for seed, 15-25 for Series A. 'Qualified' means they invest at your stage, in your sector, and write checks in your range. A focused list with warm intros converts at 5-10x the rate of spray-and-pray.
What is the typical check size by stage?
Pre-seed: $100K-$500K. Seed: $500K-$3M. Series A: $5M-$15M. Series B: $15M-$50M. Growth: $50M+. Total round sizes are typically 2-3x the lead check.
Top-tier VC or emerging manager?
Top-tier (Sequoia, a16z) brings brand signal and follow-on capital. Emerging managers offer more hands-on time and faster decisions. Best strategy: get a top-tier lead if you can, but an emerging manager who believes in you beats a lukewarm top-tier every time.
What do VCs want before taking a meeting?
5 things: what you're building, current traction (revenue/users/LOIs), team background, how much you're raising, and why now. A warm intro from someone in their portfolio is the best way in.