About
Hustle Fund is a seed-stage venture capital firm founded in 2017 by Elizabeth Yin and Eric Bahn, both former partners at 500 Startups. Based in San Carlos, California, the firm invests in software startups globally at the pre-seed and seed stages, with a stated philosophy prioritizing speed of execution and founder hustle over pedigree. The firm writes checks between $1 million and $25 million, with an average seed round size of approximately $2.69 million. Hustle Fund has made over 730 investments across sectors including software, business-to-business, fintech, digital health, financial services, and information technology. As of early 2026, the firm has invested in approximately 375 companies with consistent activity of 18-19 new investments annually. Beyond traditional venture capital, Hustle Fund operates Angel Squad, an educational and investment syndication platform that democratizes angel investing by allowing professionals to co-invest alongside the fund with tickets as small as $1,000. The Angel Squad program serves as a membership model that has expanded the firm's network to over 1,000 venture capitalists, angels, and operators. Founders gain access to capital alongside a responsive, operator-led team that maintains direct relationships and provides mentorship. Investors in Angel Squad receive education on startup investing, deal flow access, and the ability to participate in Hustle Fund's investment rounds. The firm describes its culture as kind, responsive, and irreverent, positioning itself as a preferred co-investor with firms including Sequoia Capital and Y Combinator. Hustle Fund operates across multiple offices including San Francisco, New York, and Washington, serving a global founder base with emphasis on practical, executable business models rather than traditional venture credentials.