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Sweater is the first platform making venture capital accessible to anyone. Launch your own fund powered by Sweater or invest today with Sweater's very own Cashmere Fund.
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We believe the VC community can shape the future, and the right to shape the future belongs to everyone.
Why Venture Capital?
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Potential for Higher Returns
Venture capital has consistently produced higher returns compared to other asset classes.
Supporting Innovation
Many of the companies we use every day are a result of venture capital funding and now you can support the companies of tomorrow.
Portfolio Diversification
Venture capital can be a way to diversify your investment portfolio. It's a distinct asset class that doesn't always move in lockstep with traditional investments like stocks and bonds.
Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses of the Fund before investing. All investments involve risks. Investing in venture capital has specific risks and potential investors should carefully consider their own risk tolerance and financial situation before making any investment decisions. An investment with Sweater is speculative and entails substantial risks (including, the risk of loss of the investor’s entire investment). An investment with Sweater is not easily redeemable due to the illiquid nature of the Fund. The Fund offers periodic redemption windows on a semi-annual basis and is subject to a fee of up to 2%. The prospectus contains this and other information about the Fund and can be obtained by calling 1-888-577-7987 or by visiting the Fund’s website at www.sweaterventures.com/cashmerefund. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.
How the Cashmere Fund Works
Cashmere is a fully managed venture capital fund that pool capital from thousand of everyday people and invests it into emerging technology and product companies poised for growth - companies you’ll see in your daily life or work.
- $500 minimum
- Expertly crafted portfolio
- Full due diligence
- Safe and secure
- $500 minimum
- Expertly crafted portfolio
- Full due diligence
- Safe and secure
Why Venture Capital?
Diversify with confidence
$445B+
Raised globally by Venture Capital in 2022.
$21B+
Record amount invested into US Seed stage companies in 2022.
Co-invest with leading VCs including:
Venture Investing Simplified
The Sweater app opens the door for everyone - accredited or not - to the most exclusive asset class out there. Just choose an upfront investment that works for you, and we take it from there.
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Engaging in-app content
Whether you are an expert in Venture Capital or just getting started, our Venture 101 course will bring you up to speed with everything you need to know in the world of venture investing.
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Consistency is key
Sweater allows automated ongoing contributions, giving you flexibility in how you choose to grow your portfolio. Investing in VC requires a patient mindset, so think of us as a way to diversify your long-term strategy with private equity.
Evergreen
This means your venture portfolio never stops growing. As we continue to invest, you'll get broad private market exposure to the most innovative venture-backed companies at the earliest stages of growth.
How Sweater Works
We're a VC fund that pools the capital of Sweater Members and invests it into emerging technology and product companies poised for growth—companies you’ll see in your daily life or at work.
• Safe & Secure
• $500 minimum
• 24/7 Customer Support
• Expertly crafted portfolio
Venture Investing Simplified
The Sweater app opens the door for everyone—accredited or not—to the most exclusive asset class out there. Just choose an up-front investment that works for you, and we take it from there.
Grow your position
Sweater allows automated ongoing contributions, giving you flexibility in how you choose to grow your portfolio. Investing in VC requires a patient mindset, so think of us as a way to diversify your long-term strategy with private equity.
Venture 101
Our team of experts and venture analysts discover, vet and invest into high-potential startups. Spend more time learning, engaging, and managing your investment subscription right from your fingertips.
Your own investment team
Our team of experts and venture analysts discover, vet and invest into high-potential startups. Spend more time learning, engaging, and managing your investment subscription right from your fingertips.
Invest in world changing ideas
We believe that all founders deserve the opportunity to build their vision. That's why it's our vision to build a thriving venture community that creates opportunities for founders from all backgrounds.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a venture capital fund?
Yup! Well, sort of…Similar to a VC firm, Sweater pools investor money to invest into high-growth startups. Our SEC designation allows us to accept investment contributions from non-accredited investors (regular folks). Other than that, we invest into the same high-growth companies as our more exclusive contemporaries. We’re the VC fund for everyday investors.
How is this different from equity crowdfunding?
We’re in a completely different league. Equity crowdfunding platforms raise money for individual startup ventures, and we are forming a registered investment fund that invests in many startups. Equity crowdfunding operates under RegCF and RegA+ exemptions, which don’t allow you to pool money into a fund. Sweater doesn’t have that restriction. Sweater’s professionally-managed fund pools investor money to invest into private, venture-backed companies on your behalf.With Sweater, you can invest into the highest potential companies in the world at the click of a button.
Can I invest if I'm outside the United States?
At this time, Sweater cannot accept contributions from individuals or entities based outside the United States of America. It is our objective to open this up on a country-by-country basis as soon as possible.
How liquid is my investment?
Traditional venture funds keep you locked into the fund for ten years or longer. We’re not about that, but we do believe in a long-term mindset. Like your IRA or 401(k), you should look at your investment in Sweater’s fund from a long-term perspective.And when you do need to withdraw some or all of your investment, you can redeem a portion or all of your investment during one of our periodic windows. This is subject to a cap as outlined in the fund prospectus, so you may not be able to extract your entire requested amount in any given window—it is based on demand.
