VC Directory
Venture Capital Firms in Oakland, CA
4 venture capital firms headquartered in Oakland, CA. Browse investor profiles, investment stages, and sector focus areas.
Top firms in Oakland, CA
- Base Ventures · Pre-Seed to Series B+ · Consumer
- Kapor Capital · Pre-Seed to Series B+ · Aerospace & Defense
- Lowercarbon Capital · Pre-Seed to Series B+ · Climate
- Kaiser Permanente Ventures · Series A to Series B+ · Digital Health
Base Ventures
Learn which startups Base Ventures invests in, what size check sizes they write, and who their partners are (e.g. Erik Moore).
Kaiser Permanente Ventures
Kaiser Permanente Ventures is the strategic venture arm of Kaiser Permanente, investing in healthcare IT, care delivery services, diagnostics and therapeutics companies that address needs in healthcare delivery.
Kapor Capital
Learn which startups Kapor Capital invests in, what size check sizes they write, and who their partners are (e.g. Ulili Onovakpuri).
Lowercarbon Capital
Climate tech venture firm founded by Chris Sacca, investing in companies reducing and removing carbon emissions across energy, transport, and industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best VC firms in Oakland, CA?
Oakland, CA is home to 4+ active venture capital firms. The top firms in the area are known for strong local networks, deep deal flow, and specialized sector expertise that benefits from the Oakland, CA ecosystem.
How many VC firms are based in Oakland, CA?
There are 4+ venture capital firms actively investing from Oakland, CA. This includes seed-stage funds, growth equity firms, and multi-stage investors with offices in the metro area.
Do I need to be based in Oakland, CA to get funded by local VCs?
No — while Oakland, CA-based VCs historically preferred local companies, most now invest nationally and even globally. However, being local can help with building relationships and accessing the firm's network of portfolio companies and advisors.