The Rise Fund
The House Fund is a pre-seed and early stage venture capital fund focused on the boldest Berkeley startups. Cal has some of the most brilliant minds and daring businesses in the world. Tesla. Apple. Intel. But it has never had a place to unite its entrepreneurs, until now. We started in 2016, with investments in 100+ startups, including 15+ exits.
Investment focus
The Rise Fund's portfolio on More Capital spans fintech, transportation & logistics, clean energy & climate. The firm is based in Berkeley, California, United States. Of the 6 portfolio companies tracked here, 5 have publicly reported valuations totaling approximately $20B.
If your company is backed by The Rise Fund
Employees at companies backed by The Rise Fund may encounter this fund's name on their cap table, in board communications, or in funding announcements. Understanding who invests in your employer can provide useful context when evaluating your equity.
What this means for your stock
Institutional investors like The Rise Fund typically hold preferred shares with rights that differ from the common stock or options held by employees. In a liquidity event, preferred shareholders may have liquidation preferences, anti-dilution protections, or board-level governance rights that affect the value of common equity. The specific terms depend on each company's funding agreements.
Secondary market considerations
Some venture-backed companies allow employees to sell shares on secondary markets, while others restrict transfers. Whether your company permits secondary sales, and under what conditions, is typically governed by the company's equity plan and any applicable right-of-first-refusal provisions — not by the fund itself. However, the presence of institutional investors can sometimes signal the maturity and governance structure of the company.
The Rise Fund portfolio companies
6 companies tracked on More Capital, sorted by reported valuation. 1 companies do not have a publicly reported valuation.
Top holdings by valuation
By sector
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Industries invested in
Frequent co-investors
Funds that most frequently co-invest alongside The Rise Fund in the same companies.
Last verified: 2026-05-28
Portfolio data compiled from public filings, press releases, and industry databases. Valuations are reported figures and may not reflect current market conditions. Not investment advice. Consult a qualified advisor before making financial decisions.