Underscore VC

Underscore VC is a Boston-based venture capital firm backing bold B2B software entrepreneurs at Pre-Seed and Seed, serving as their link to Boston's innovation hub through hands-on business building and community-driven 'open-source' investing.

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StagesPre-Seed, Seed
LocationUS
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Investment thesis

Underscore VC is a Boston-based venture capital firm backing bold B2B software entrepreneurs at Pre-Seed and Seed, serving as their link to Boston's innovation hub through hands-on business building and community-driven 'open-source' investing.

90 confidence · stated by fund

Partners

DB
Dries Buytaert

Core Partner

CT
Corey Thomas

Core Limited Partner

NG
Natalie Gibralter

Core Limited Partner

SK
Sam King

Core Limited Partner

What sets Underscore VC apart

  • profit-sharing 'open-source' investing model with Core Community members
  • deep Boston ecosystem access
  • hands-on business building via executive network
  • Core Partner embedded support for portfolio companies

Investment profile

Stages
Pre-Seed, Seed
Sectors
SaaS, Insurtech, Enterprise software
Cold inbound
Accepted

Frequently asked questions

What does Underscore VC invest in?
Underscore VC is a pre-seed, seed stage SaaS, Insurtech, Enterprise software investor, primarily investing in US. Their thesis: Underscore VC is a Boston-based venture capital firm backing bold B2B software entrepreneurs at Pre-Seed and Seed, serving as their link to Boston's innovation hub through hands-on business building and community-driven 'open-source' investing.
Is Underscore VC actively deploying capital?
Underscore VC is actively deploying capital. What we observed: Active portfolio (CloudZero, Hi Marley, Slang showcased) and Core Community actively engaged in current investments
What makes Underscore VC different from other funds?
Underscore VC stands out on 4 points: profit-sharing 'open-source' investing model with Core Community members; deep Boston ecosystem access; hands-on business building via executive network; Core Partner embedded support for portfolio companies.
What other funds are similar to Underscore VC?
Funds with overlapping stage and sector focus include Great Oaks Venture Capital, NextGen Venture Partners, FundersClub. See the full list below, or use DryPowder's AI fund matching to rank all tracked funds by fit with your specific startup.
How do I reach out to Underscore VC?
Underscore VC accepts cold outreach, so you don't need a warm introduction to get a first read. Check their website for a submission form or contact address. Use DryPowder's AI fund matching to see how your startup aligns with Underscore VC's thesis and focus areas (SaaS, Insurtech, Enterprise software) — it returns a fit score and specific talking points for your outreach.