Fifth Star Funds
Overview
Fifth Star Funds is a not-for-profit venture capital firm that invests in early-stage technology companies founded by entrepreneurs who have faced barriers to capital due to racial discrimination.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| CareLumi | Oct 2026 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Eventnoire | May 2024 | Seed | Co-investor |
| PiggyBack Network | May 2025 | Crowdfunding | Co-investor |
Key People
Osayanmo Osarenkhoe
Co-Founder
Samir Mirza
Co-Founder & Advisor
Tre Suppo
Co-Founder
Nate Pelzer
Co-Founder CEO
Tim Huelskamp
Co-Founder CEO
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Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Fifth Star Funds based?
Fifth Star Funds is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
When was Fifth Star Funds founded?
Fifth Star Funds was founded in 2020.
How many portfolio companies does Fifth Star Funds have?
Fifth Star Funds has 3 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Fifth Star Funds's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include CareLumi, Eventnoire, PiggyBack Network.
What was Fifth Star Funds's most recent investment shown here?
Fifth Star Funds's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in CareLumi in 2026.
What sectors does Fifth Star Funds focus on?
Fifth Star Funds focuses on Consumer & Commerce, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Consumer & Commerce, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software.
What company stages does Fifth Star Funds focus on?
Fifth Star Funds typically invests at the Early stage.
What is Fifth Star Funds's AUM?
Fifth Star Funds's assets under management are estimated between $1.4M and $5.0M.