Web3 Foundation
Overview
Web3 Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Switzerland that nurtures and stewards technologies and applications for the decentralized web (Web3). Founded by Ethereum co-founder Dr. Gavin Wood, it is best known for launching and supporting the Polkadot and Kusama networks. The foundation deploys capital through a comprehensive Grants Program for open-source projects and also makes strategic investments to foster the growth of its ecosystem.
Portfolio Companies
38
Website
web3.foundationInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raise | Feb 2025 | Series D | Co-investor |
| Manta Network | Oct 2021 | VC Round | Co-investor |
| t3rn | Dec 2022 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Acurast | Sep 2023 | Grant | Co-investor |
| DEIP | Mar 2022 | Grant | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is Web3 Foundation based?
Web3 Foundation is headquartered in Zug, Zug, Switzerland.
When was Web3 Foundation founded?
Founding year information for Web3 Foundation is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Web3 Foundation have?
Web3 Foundation has 38 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Web3 Foundation's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Raise, Manta Network, t3rn, Acurast, DEIP.
What was Web3 Foundation's most recent investment shown here?
Web3 Foundation's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Raise in 2025.
What sectors does Web3 Foundation focus on?
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What company stages does Web3 Foundation focus on?
Web3 Foundation typically invests at the MultiStage stage.