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US VC Check Size Ranges by Stage

Help founders shortlist funds whose stated check size matches their round.

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US VC Check Size Ranges by Stage

Indicative lead-check bands founders can use when targeting funds.

Typical lead check (USD)

  • Pre-Seed$100K$750Ktyp. $350K
  • Seed$500K$3Mtyp. $1.5M
  • Series A$3M$12Mtyp. $7M
  • Series B$8M$25Mtyp. $15M
  • Series C+$15M$50Mtyp. $30M

Source: Industry norms (Carta / PitchBook-style ranges)Indicative US market bands for educational use. Actual checks vary by fund size, geography, and thesis. Cross-check each firm’s stated check size.

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Audience: founder, investor · Category: fundraising

Tags: check-size, fundraising, stages, seed, series-a