Sandooq Al Watan
Overview
Sandooq Al Watan is a community-driven, non-profit philanthropic initiative launched by Emirati businessmen to support the UAE's transition to a sustainable, knowledge-based economy. It functions as an impact investor, providing funding and support to initiatives, startups, and researchers that contribute to the nation's social and economic development, with a focus on fostering Emirati talent and innovation. The fund's key areas of support include sponsoring talented individuals, offering professional guidance to young talents, encouraging commercial startups with social impact, and backing applied research.
Portfolio Companies
3
Website
sandooqalwatan.aeInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pet Republic | May 2024 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Boksha | Jun 2021 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Lune Technologies | Apr 2022 | Accelerator | Lead |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Sandooq Al Watan based?
Sandooq Al Watan is headquartered in United Arab Emirates.
When was Sandooq Al Watan founded?
Founding year information for Sandooq Al Watan is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Sandooq Al Watan have?
Sandooq Al Watan has 3 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Sandooq Al Watan's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Pet Republic, Boksha, Lune Technologies.
What was Sandooq Al Watan's most recent investment shown here?
Sandooq Al Watan's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Pet Republic in 2024.
What sectors does Sandooq Al Watan focus on?
Sandooq Al Watan focuses on Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, FinTech, Enterprise Software, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics.
What company stages does Sandooq Al Watan focus on?
Sandooq Al Watan typically invests at the Early stage.