Capitalize VC

Overview

Capitalize VC is a Chicago-based venture capital firm founded in 2021. The firm invests in pre-seed and seed-stage companies, with a focus on Black and Latinx founders. Its investment areas include commerce-enablement technologies, enterprise tech, and CPG brands. The firm's first fund, Capitalize VC Fund I, has a target size of $10 million.

Portfolio Companies

Website

capitalizevc.com

Investments

Capitalize VC investments
Company	Date	Stage	Lead
Rivalz	Jun 2026	Early Funding	Co-investor
Atronous	Feb 2026	Seed	Co-investor
Warrant	Apr 2025	Pre Seed	Co-investor
RxPost	Jan 2025	Pre Seed	Co-investor
Bump	Apr 2024	Seed	Co-investor

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Key People

Frank Grande

Investor

Sector & Stage Mix

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SeedSeries ASeries BGrowth

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Investment Activity

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2021

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2024

2025

2026

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Firmographic Details

HeadquartersChicago, Illinois

Year FoundedN/A

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