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If you’re a founder seeking capital, one of the most important things to understand is your funding stage. Misunderstanding your startup stage can lead to wrong pitching, wasted time, and missed opportunities with investors.
At AGE Capital Group, we’re on a mission to back visionary, structured founders, but clarity starts with knowing where you are and what we look for.
🧪 1. Pre-Seed Stage – The Idea & Validation Phase
What it is: You have a strong concept, maybe an MVP, but you’re still testing market fit.
What we look for:
- Deep understanding of the problem
- Early prototype or beta product
- Clear founder-market fit
- Initial community or traction signals
Tip: Don’t just pitch the idea — pitch the evidence that this solution matters.
🌱 2. Seed Stage – The Building & Early Traction Phase
What it is: You’ve validated your market, built an MVP, and started acquiring users or customers.
What we look for:
- Working product with real users
- Strong early metrics (retention, engagement)
- Scalable go-to-market strategy
- Clear roadmap for 12–18 months
Tip: Now is the time to show unit economics and how you’ll scale, not just survive.
🚀 3. Series A – The Growth & Expansion Phase
What it is: You’ve got a product that’s working. Now you need capital to expand, hire, or grow fast.
What we look for:
- Proven product-market fit
- Strong revenue or user growth
- Mature founding team with execution capacity
- Scalable operations, systems, and culture
Tip: At this stage, we fund momentum. Make sure your metrics speak louder than your deck.
✅ How AGE Capital Group Deploys Funding
We don’t just throw money at ideas. We look for:
- $100M+ capital readiness (cash, commitment, or covenant)
- Ventures that align with God’s purpose
- Founders who understand spiritual and business stewardship
📩 Ready to Pitch?
Visit our website and apply through the Founders Portal. Our team is always reviewing high-quality ventures that align with our mission.