• 1st Seed Circle (1SC) is a network of angel investors who are investing in seed to early-stage Native startups.

  • We Are Not Only Investors But A Community Of Shared Beliefs.

  • Plant The Future Grow Impact

  • We Seek, Seed, And Grow Native Ventures.

is an initiative of 1st Sovereign Capital (1SVC) designed to activate, organize, and educate a community of Native and Native-ally investors.

The goal is to increase early-stage capital flow into Indigenous-led companies while creating an inclusive and disciplined investment network that builds long-term wealth and sovereignty in Native communities.

Through 1st Seed Circle (1SC), members will learn to invest alongside 1st Sovereign Capital (1SVC) in vetted opportunities, develop their investment acumen, and support the next generation of Native founders.

The 1st Seed Circle Network

Purpose and Impact

1SC is rooted in the belief that Native founders and investors are the architects of the next generation of economic sovereignty.

The Network’s Vision is to:

  • Empower Indigenous innovation through early capital access

  • Build investment literacy

  • Circulate capital within Native economies

  • Strengthen sovereign investment infrastructure through shared learning and collective action.

Our 1st Seed Circle Network

  • Access to vetted Native-led startups

  • Opportunities Pathway that reflects cultural values and long-term impact

  • Opportunity to mentor Indigenous entrepreneurs

  • Be part of a growing movement for Indigenous economic justice.

Types of Seed Circles

Associate Investor Circle:

  • Build relationships with top founders, execs, and angels

  • Learn investing through real exposure & mentorship

  • Transition to accredited status over time

  •  Join a mission-focused community driving equity

Accredited Investors Circle:

  •  Curated deal flow of vetted startups

  •  VIP access to summits, pitches & receptions

  •  Board and advisor roles with startups

  •  National presence in Native investing circles

  •  Strong ROI potential with purpose-driven outcomes

Real Community & Real Impact

Whether you’re ready to invest or just getting started, 1st Seed provides you access, community, and tools to thrive while closing the funding gap for our community

FAQ

The 1st Seed Circle Network

The 1st Seed leverages our collective expertise and network to help startups achieve their goals. We aim to invest in top founders and startups while creating a generation of angel investors. We are more than just a group of investors; we are a community built on shared beliefs. Whether it's seed funding or early stage, we are here to help startup founders achieve their goals."

  • We offer two main types of memberships: Accredited Investor Membership and Associate Investor Membership. Each membership caters to different levels of investment experience.

  • Our community is open to individuals who are passionate about empowering Indigenous and Native ventures. Specific criteria apply to each membership type.

  • We recommend $20k a year as a minimum amount to build a strong portfolio.

  • Our minimum for each investment per company is 5k.

  • Members enjoy extensive networking opportunities, access to educational content, and the ability to participate in exclusive 1SVC events. Members can also engage with an elite network of investors and entrepreneurs.

  • We will open registration in January, but you can send us a message about your interest in participating.

  • Yes, each membership type has an annual fee that supports the administration of exclusive member benefits and events.

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