GUTTER CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC

Thesis

Gutter Capital Management LLC is an early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2021, based in New York City. The firm's core investment thesis is to support mission-driven founders addressing significant societal challenges, with a particular emphasis on affordability, economic mobility, and climate change. They primarily invest in pre-seed and seed-stage companies, with a strong preference for software and AI-enabled businesses. The firm's sector focus includes healthcare, education, housing, economic mobility, sustainability, software, SaaS, and marketplaces. Gutter Capital adopts an 'operator's approach,' focusing on building strong founding teams and providing hands-on support. They are also committed to supporting diverse teams, with a notable portion of investments in women and minority-led startups. A unique aspect of their model is the "Gutter Infinity Fund," which shares 5% of its profit interest with founders, promoting "shared prosperity." The firm closed its $25 million Fund I in early 2023 and launched Fund II in July 2023. As of July 2025, filings indicate a total gross asset value of $20.7 million across two private funds. Typical investments range from $1 million to $3 million, with a historical average of $1.5 million. The firm primarily invests in companies based in the United States.

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