Origami Pre-seed Program
Get access to the funding you need, when you need it, without a long, painful fundraising cycle.
OUR PROMISE
Response in 1 week. Decision in 2 weeks. Deal closure in 4 weeks.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
Pre-seed to early stage founders across all sectors, who are building for India.
Up to $2 million
CHEQUE SIZE
Our primary promise to you is clear: a quick fundraise without the usual delays and distractions. Expect a response within 7 days, a term sheet within 14, and the deal done in 30 days. We have a swift, transparent process to make this happen.
Why Origami?
We chose the name Origami because it perfectly captures the transformation of a simple idea into something extraordinary.
Origami is equal parts craft and science. Just as origami turns a plain sheet of paper into beautiful, intricate art, our seed program is designed to help entrepreneurs turn great ideas into successful businesses.
How to Apply
We are not accepting Origami applications at the moment. We thank everyone for the amazing response we got. However, you can reach out to us with your pitch at hello@8ivc.com and we will get back to you once we have processed all the Origami applications.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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No, it’s not. While we appreciate the tremendous value that accelerators offer in terms of mentorship and networking opportunities, Origami is designed for a specific purpose—give you access to the capital you need, right when you need it. That way, you can focus your time and energy on building your vision.
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If you have formed the company and are actively working towards the idea full-time, you can apply. Having a founding team, MVP, or early sales is excellent but not a must-have.
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Of course.
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Origami is sector-agnostic. If you are building a great product or solution for India, whatever your sector, we want to hear from you. Delighted, if you are building from a non-metro city or solving an India-specific problem.
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Origami will invest up to $2 million in the form of equity or convertible note.
