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SoGal Ventures

SoGal Ventures, based in New York, backs generalist startups at Pre-Seed and Seed, leading rounds with checks from $250k to $3 million, including Function of Beauty.

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Entry stagePre-seed, Seed
Check size$250K to $3M
Leads roundsYes
FocusGeneralist
Latest fundn/a
Investing team2 peopleNo activity since Sep

Who you would pitch at SoGal Ventures

2 people on the investing team, 2 of them partners who can make the call. Partners are listed first.

Elizabeth Galbut
Elizabeth GalbutCo-Founder + Managing PartnerShe focuses on health and wellness startups, with over 100 investments to date.
Pocket Sun
Pocket SunCo-Founder + Managing PartnerShe holds a master's degree from USC and has been recognized in media and awards.

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Writes $250K to $3M checks. Its smallest check is larger than 33% of firms in the atlas.

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No recent activity since September 2026. Quiet does not mean closed.

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Before you pitch

Ownership target5-7%, 7-10%, 10-12%, > 12%

Notable investments

Function of BeautyEverlywellLoveveryParsley HealthLittle SpoonProsciaFiveableCeremoniaCabinet HealthEterneva

In their words

SoGal VenturesA next-gen, early-stage VC firm backing world-class diverse entrepreneurs outside of Silicon Valley. The firm has seeded multiple unicorns and delivers superior, consistewww.sogalventures.com
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Questions

What stage does SoGal Ventures invest in?

SoGal Ventures reports entry at pre-seed, seed.

How much does SoGal Ventures invest?

SoGal Ventures reports checks of $250K to $3M.

Does SoGal Ventures lead rounds?

Yes. SoGal Ventures says it can lead.

Who are the partners at SoGal Ventures?

Elizabeth Galbut (Co-Founder + Managing Partner), Pocket Sun (Co-Founder + Managing Partner).

Is SoGal Ventures active right now?

No recent activity since September 2026.

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