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Backing Bold Founders Nationwide, with Deep Roots in the Southeast

Yellowhammer Angels connects founders with the capital, access, and network they need to succeed — and investors with the bold companies worth backing.

About Yellowhammer Angels

Yellowhammer Angels starts as an angel network — but the vision has always been much bigger.

The goal is to build one of the most connected venture communities in the world. Founders, investors, operators, researchers, and subject matter experts coming together to help great companies succeed.

We're not trying to become another investor. We're building the network every founder deserves.

If you're building a company, we'll help you get where you're going faster — whether that's an introduction to a venture fund, a corporate partner, a potential customer, or a technical expert. Sometimes the right introduction is worth more than a check.

If you're not ready, we'll tell you why. Founders deserve honest feedback, not "keep us updated."

Yellowhammer Angels will always be free. No fees, no dues, no hidden costs.

We believe the South has something unique to offer venture capital: Southern hospitality. High standards and open doors. Honest feedback without closed ones. Founders who always know someone is in their corner.

Great ideas can come from anywhere. Access shouldn't depend on your ZIP code.

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For Founders

Building a Delaware C Corp and ready to raise? Submit your company information below. We review every submission and respond to those that align with our investment thesis — and regardless of the outcome, you will receive real feedback.

Beyond capital, we support your journey by connecting you to the right resources, networks, and partners to help you scale.

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Join as an Investor

Accredited investors who share our belief in backing bold founders are welcome to apply. Complete the form below — include your current company and role so we can best match you to our network.

Our team reviews every application and will be in touch with next steps.

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Our Process

02 — Pre-Screening

01 — Apply

04 — Founder Pitch

03 — Pre-Selection

06 — Exposure to Entire Network

05 — Screening Committee