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The personal capital that general partners invest in their own fund, typically 1-5% of total fund size.
GP commit is the money general partners invest alongside their LPs. It demonstrates skin in the game and aligns GP incentives with LP returns. The standard is 1-3% of fund size, though some GPs commit more to signal conviction.
In Practice
For their $100M Fund II, the two GPs each committed $1.5M of personal capital — a 3% GP commit that helped them close their anchor LP.
Why It Matters
LPs view GP commit as a signal of alignment. A meaningful personal investment shows that GPs are betting on their own skill, not just collecting management fees.
VC Beast Take
GP commit is the VC equivalent of eating your own cooking. LPs always ask about it, and the answer reveals more than most GPs realize.
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GP commit is the money general partners invest alongside their LPs. It demonstrates skin in the game and aligns GP incentives with LP returns. The standard is 1-3% of fund size, though some GPs commit more to signal conviction.
Understanding GP Commit is critical for founders navigating the fundraising process. It directly impacts deal terms, valuation, and the relationship between founders and investors.
GP Commit falls under the fund-structure category in venture capital. This area covers concepts related to how venture capital funds are organized, managed, and governed.
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