Future Positive

Future Positive is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm dedicated to investing in companies that seamlessly integrate financial returns with a profound positive impact on the world. Co-founded by Fred Blackford and Alex McArtor, the firm operates with a core belief that the most successful businesses of the future will be those that address critical global challenges. Their investment thesis is sharply focused on three key sectors: climate, health, and education, seeking out innovative solutions that drive systemic change and foster a more sustainable and equitable future.

The firm primarily targets early-stage companies, typically engaging in Seed and Series A rounds, though they also participate in Series B investments. Future Positive's initial cheque sizes generally range from $1 million to $5 million, reflecting their commitment to providing substantial early capital to promising ventures. Beyond initial investments, they strategically reserve capital for follow-on rounds, demonstrating a long-term partnership approach with their portfolio companies as they scale and achieve their impact goals.

Future Positive has successfully raised significant capital to support its mission. Their inaugural fund closed at $30 million, establishing their presence in the impact investing landscape. Building on this foundation, the firm announced the closing of its second fund in July 2022, securing an impressive $125 million. This substantial capital base underscores their growing influence and capacity to back a diverse range of purpose-driven enterprises. Through their strategic investments, Future Positive aims to prove that financial success and societal benefit are not mutually exclusive but rather mutually reinforcing.