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81 Collection

North America, Illinois, United States, Chicago

Description

81 Collection backs pre-seed and seed-stage companies in hard industries.

Investor Profile

81 Collection has backed more than 9 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 1 rounds, about 11% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Medical, Software, Internet.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (67%)
  • Pre Seed (22%)
  • Series A (11%)

Country Focus

  • United States (100%)

Industry Focus

  • Medical
  • Software
  • Internet
  • News
  • Social Media
  • Electronic Health Record (Ehr)
  • Home Improvement
  • Property Development
  • Property Management
  • Real Estate
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does 81 Collection frequently co-invest with?

Hatzimemos / Libby
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
Gaingels
North America, Vermont, United States, Burlington
Co-Investments: 1
Lucas Venture Group
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 1
Animal Capital
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Co-Investments: 1
On Deck
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 1
BoxGroup
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Sugar Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 1
Andreessen Horowitz
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 1
CV
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
TP
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Co-Investments: 1

Which angels does 81 Collection often collaborate with?

AL
North America, California, United States
Shared Deals: 1
JJ
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
AC
North America, Ohio, United States, Cleveland
Shared Deals: 1
RC
North America, District of Columbia, United States, Washington
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by 81 Collection?

Goose

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Goose is a modern operating system designed for pet care businesses, enhancing client satisfaction and streamlining operations.

Operating SystemsPetSaaSSoftware Engineering
SeedFeb 25, 2025
Amount Raised: $13,400,000
Cambium Carbon

New York, New York, United States

Cambium Carbon is an early-stage social enterprise startup focused on implementing systems-level natural climate solutions.

Environmental ConsultingProfessional Services
Series AFeb 24, 2025
Amount Raised: $18,500,000
Grounded RV

Detroit, Michigan, United States

Leading the electric revolution of recreational vehicles to allow people to get closer to nature without harming it.

Electric VehicleManufacturingRecreational VehiclesSoftwareTransportation
Pre SeedOct 4, 2024
Amount Raised: $3,500,000
Pinch

Evanston, Illinois, United States

Pinch operates on-demand cosmetic injection platform for cosmetic procedures, offering consultation, scheduling, and booking.

BeautyHealth CareMedical
SeedApr 9, 2024
Amount Raised: $3,500,000
Milu Health

Evanston, Illinois, United States

Milu Health uses EHR, claims, and pricing data to find healthcare cost-saving opportunities.

Electronic Health Record (EHR)MedicalSoftware
SeedMar 11, 2024
Amount Raised: $4,800,000
Bonside

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Bonside is a financial services provider that connects businesses with funding opportunities.

Business DevelopmentFinanceFinancial Services
SeedJun 7, 2023
Amount Raised: $4,350,000
CarmaCare

Chicago, Illinois, United States

CarmaCare is a subscription-based insurance platform that makes car repairs less expensive and more convenient.

Auto InsuranceAutomotiveInsurTech
SeedApr 4, 2023
Amount Raised: $4,100,000
Mezo

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Mezo offers property maintenance and provides visibility from the point of intake to avoid unnecessary trips and reduce cost.

Home ImprovementProperty DevelopmentProperty ManagementReal Estate
SeedDec 7, 2022
Amount Raised: $6,000,000
Chptr

New York, New York, United States

Chptr is a mobile-first memorialization platform to gather, share, and hold memories for a lost loved one’s life for generations to come.

InternetNewsSocial Media
Pre SeedSep 1, 2021
Amount Raised: $2,400,000