Spacecadet Ventures
UnclaimedAt a Glance
- Check Size
- $100K – $500K
- Stage
- Pre-Seed, Seed
- AUM
- $25M
- Sectors
- Space, Aerospace & Defense, Deeptech
- Founded
- 2019
- HQ
- Los Angeles, CA
About Spacecadet Ventures
Spacecadet Ventures launched in 2019 as a Los Angeles-based micro-VC fund with a unique focus on frontier technology, particularly companies operating at the intersection of technology and space. The firm was founded to capitalize on the rapidly expanding commercial space industry and the broader deeptech ecosystem emerging from Southern California's aerospace heritage.
With $25 million in assets under management, Spacecadet Ventures invests primarily at the pre-seed and seed stages, backing ambitious founders developing breakthrough technologies in space, aerospace, defense, and related frontier tech sectors. The firm's investment philosophy centers on supporting companies that are pushing the boundaries of what's possible, often requiring patient capital and deep technical understanding.
The portfolio includes notable companies like Relativity Space, which is pioneering 3D-printed rockets; Planet, a leader in satellite imaging and Earth observation; and Orbit Fab, developing orbital refueling infrastructure for satellites. These investments showcase the firm's ability to identify and support companies that are building critical infrastructure for the new space economy.
Investment Thesis
“Investing in frontier technology companies, particularly those related to space and aerospace innovation.”
Sector Focus
Investment Stage
Notable Portfolio Companies
SEC Fund Filings
- Vehicles filed, last 24 months
- 1
- Latest filing
Spacecadet Ventures filed a Form D for 1 fund vehicle between Sep 26, 2024 and Sep 25, 2026.
| Fund vehicle | Source |
|---|---|
| Spacecadet Ventures II, LP | SEC Form D, filed |
A Form D is the notice a fund files with the SEC when it raises money in a private offering. Feeder funds, parallel funds and SPVs each file their own, so the count measures filing activity, not the number of flagship funds.
Source: SEC EDGAR Form D filings for pooled investment funds, original filings only (amendments excluded). Our filing data starts Jul 1, 2024. Vehicles are matched to Spacecadet Ventures by fund name and checked against the sponsor address and named principals on each filing; offering amounts are not shown. Each “SEC Form D” link opens an EDGAR full-text search for that vehicle’s exact name, where the filing itself is listed. See every new fund filing on the Form D Radar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What stage does Spacecadet Ventures invest at?
Spacecadet Ventures primarily invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages. This means they focus on companies that are at the earliest idea or prototype phase.
Where is Spacecadet Ventures located?
Spacecadet Ventures is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA. Many of their portfolio companies are also based in this region, though they invest across geographies.
What sectors does Spacecadet Ventures focus on?
Spacecadet Ventures focuses on investments in Space, Aerospace & Defense, Deeptech. Their portfolio reflects deep expertise and networks within these sectors.
What is Spacecadet Ventures's typical check size?
Spacecadet Ventures's typical investment check size ranges from $100K to $500K. Actual amounts may vary based on the stage, sector, and specific opportunity.
How much does Spacecadet Ventures have under management?
Spacecadet Ventures manages approximately $25M in assets under management (AUM) across their funds.
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