SeedInvest
SeedInvest
Description
SeedInvest is a leading equity crowdfunding platform acquired by Circle (USDC) in 2022. The platform enables startups to raise $500K-$50M+ from accredited and non-accredited investors through Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF) and Regulation A+ offerings. SeedInvest is highly selective — only ~1% of applications are accepted — focusing on high-growth technology companies.
For ZHC builders, SeedInvest offers a more curated, VC-like experience than other crowdfunding platforms. Their due diligence process adds credibility, and they attract higher-quality investors. However, the acceptance rate is low, so you need strong traction, a compelling team, and clear growth potential. SeedInvest has helped companies like Moonpay, BlockFi, and NOW raise significant capital.
Eligibility
Funding Options
Seed Round
- Raise $500K-$5M via Reg CF
- Open to all investors
- SeedInvest's most common offering
Series A+ (Reg A+)
- Raise up to $75M
- More extensive regulatory requirements
- For companies with significant traction
Requirements
- High-growth technology company
- Experienced founding team
- Significant traction (users, revenue, or product)
- Clear path to scalability
- Acceptable only ~1% of applicants
Prohibited
- Non-technology businesses
- Companies without clear growth potential
- Businesses with regulatory concerns
ZHC-Specific Fit
✅ Excellent for:
- High-growth tech startups with traction
- Founders seeking quality investor base
- Companies wanting VC-like validation
- Startups with strong unit economics
- Building long-term investor relationships
❌ Poor fit if:
- Early stage without traction
- Non-technology business
- Want quick, easy fundraising (selective)
- Not willing to go through due diligence
Application Process
Application Process
| Step | Timeline | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Application | Week 1 | Submit detailed company information |
| Screening | Week 2-4 | SeedInvest reviews fit and potential |
| Due diligence | Week 4-8 | Deep dive on company, legal, financials |
| Approval | Week 8-12 | Only ~1% accepted to platform |
| Campaign prep | Week 12-16 | Create offering page, video, materials |
| Launch | Week 16+ | Campaign goes live |
| Raise | 60-90 days | Active fundraising period |
Costs
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Placement fee | 7.5% of funds raised |
| Equity fee | 5% equity (warrant coverage) |
| Processing | ~3.5% payment processing |
| Legal setup | Included |
| Total | ~16% + 5% equity |
What You Get
- Access to SeedInvest's investor network
- Rigorous due diligence (adds credibility)
- Marketing and PR support
- Investor communications tools
- Compliance and legal handling
- Post-raise investor relations support
- Association with Circle brand
Contact
- SeedInvest
- Raise Capital
- Portfolio
- Blog
- Twitter/X
- Circle (parent company)