BGV (Bethnal Green Ventures)

Bethnal Green Ventures, or BGV, is a UK venture firm that has backed tech-for-good startups since 2012. It is often a founder's first investor and describes itself as the first UK venture capital firm to certify as a B Corp.

It looks for founders whose commercial growth also brings greater positive impact, and uses an open application process instead of relying on warm introductions.

Services

• Early-stage programme: the starting point for every portfolio company.
• Investment: first funding, then follow-on backing from pre-seed to Series A or B.
• Ongoing platform support: help as ventures grow.
• Impact reporting: annual impact reports and stated principles.

Who it serves

Ambitious founders from all backgrounds working on problems such as the climate crisis, inequality and poor health. Portfolio examples include LettUs Grow, which develops aeroponic growing systems. Applications for the next programme were closed when the page was captured, though the team could still be contacted.

Key facts

• Started: 2012
• Certification: B Corp
• Based in: London, United Kingdom