Ambitious Founders
People who think long-term and move with urgency.
bird
- Total Funds
- 36M+
- Companies
- 35+
- Founders
- 100+
Early belief changes everything.
We invest before it’s obvious. Before the traction. Before the hype. Because
the best companies don’t look safe at the start, they look interesting.
Big Problems
Ideas that matter, not just incremental improvements.
Technical Leverage
We invest before it’s obvious. Before the traction. Before the hype. Because the best companies don’t look safe at the start, they look interesting.
We don’t just write checks. We build with you.
Bird is hands-on. We work closely with founders on product,
hiring, strategy, and fundraising, every step of the way.
How it works
A little belief. A clear path forward.
THE STEPS —
Step 01 : Apply
Tell us what you’re building, why now, and why you.
Step 02 : Build
If we invest, you join a small cohort and start building immediately with our support.
Step 03 : Scale
We help you refine your product, find early users, and prepare for the next round.
Early belief changes everything.
We invest before it’s obvious. Before the traction. Before the hype. Because
the best companies don’t look safe at the start, they look interesting.
FAQ
Everything you need to know before applying.
We back founders at the very beginning—often before a product, a team, or a first customer. A clear point of view and the determination to build are a good place to start.
We typically invest early checks and follow on in later rounds. Every company is different; we shape the right support around what you’re building.
No. We’re interested in the insight behind your idea, the problem you understand deeply, and why you’re the person to solve it. Early experiments are welcome, but revenue isn’t a prerequisite.
Great ideas can start anywhere. Our approach is built for founders across locations, with remote conversations and focused time together when it matters.
An ambitious problem, a thoughtful approach, and a commitment to building. Tell us what you’re working on, why it matters, and what you need to take the next step.