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Connect with the largest community of Latine VCs in the world
- Get community access to Latine VCs
- Attend nationwide events
- Exclusive programs to accelerate your journey
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Join 650+ VCFamilia members
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nationwide events
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Our members are from top firms:
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What you get by Joining our Familia
Exclusive events
Priority access to events that consistently sell out (150+ person waitlists)
Private Slack channel
Slack channels where members share live deal flow and job opportunities
Local City Chapters
City chapters with local events in your market (or help us start one)
Special Programs
Curated programming like our Google Ventures Fellowship and Alzar grants
La Biblioteca Directory
La Biblioteca directory of vetted, cultura-conscious service providers
Our impact by the numbers
550+
Latine VCs Worldwide
100k+
Slack messages
$1B
Capital deployed in 2024
28%
Partners & senior leaders
25+
Markets Across LATAM & US
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Flagship programs accelerating latine leadership in VC
Our signature programs address the unique challenges Latine investors face at every career stage. From breaking into the industry to raising your own fund, VCFamilia provides the mentorship, capital access, and strategic connections needed to thrive in venture capital.
🎓 VCFamilia Fellowship
An intensive program accelerating the success of Latine professionals in venture capital through curated mentor matches, technical training, and community support.
🤝 LP <> GP Dinner Series
Intimate, curated dinners in major cities that facilitate meaningful relationships between LPs and VCFamilia GPs, driving capital allocation and fund development through authentic connection.
💰 Alzar Program
First-of-its-kind operational grants program supporting qualified Latine GPs with the capital needed to launch and scale funds, addressing gaps in personal wealth and fund-investing networks.
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Our early supporters
Tom Chavez
Miriam Rivera
Rodolfo Gonzalez
Lauren Kolodny
Jeremy Liew
Paulo Passoni
Marcelo Claure
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Voices from VCFamilia
“VCFamilia is more than just a name, our group is truly is a family! I feel like I have a group of colleagues I can reach out to and have candid convos with in a way that I would not have been able to otherwise.”
Eduardo Cabral
Investor at Urca Angels
Voices from VCFamilia
"Getting the Alzar grant gave me the push I needed to get going with the fund especially as I kicked off fundraising and deployment. Launching a fund as a first-time Latine GP isn’t easy, and having the VCFamilia community in my corner has made all the difference. "
Juan Abundes
Soma Capital
Voices from VCFamilia
"Thanks to Alzar’s program and their amazing support, emerging fund managers like us at Dux Capital are able to continue pursuing our vision of supporting our community and challenging the status quo. The grant came at a critical time, allowing us to maintain momentum during a challenging year. To current and aspiring emerging managers, remember that perseverance and staying true to your mission are key—programs like Alzar’s prove that meaningful support can make all the difference."
Daniel Santamarina
Dux Capital
Voices from VCFamilia
"In an industry where first-time fund managers often face significant operational hurdles, VC Familia's grant program stands out because it addresses this critical need head-on. While many talk about supporting diverse managers, VC Familia demonstrates true leadership by taking concrete action to provide operational capital. Their commitment to 'writing the check' sets a powerful example."
Yasmin Ferrine
Visible Hands VC
Familia Stories
Featured member interviews and spotlights showcasing the journeys of Latino entrepreneurs, VCs, and angels in our community across LinkedIn and Medium platforms
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IMPACT STATS
We are driving measurable change in venture capital
64%
Focus on early-stage investments
(Pre-seed and seed rounds)
6-15+
Deals annually
From members within our community surpassing industry averages
38%
Female representation
Exceeding the industry average of 26%
21%
International reach
Connecting LatAm and US investors
55.5%
Investing in Fintech
With strong representation in CleanTech, AI/Data Analytics, Digital Health, and Future of Work
See the impact shaping our community
read Impact Report
Browse our frequently asked questions
I want to sponsor an event. How can I engage with VCFamilia?
Amazing! Reach out to our partnerships team at hola@vcfamilia.com to explore sponsorship, partnership, or collaboration opportunities.
Is VCFamilia in my city?
Check our Chapters page to see if there’s a LaFamilia Foundation (LFF) chapter near you. Don’t see one in your city? Reach out to us to start one! Chapters are open to all three familias—VCFamilia, FounderFamilia, and AngelFamilia—to encourage cross-ecosystem collaboration and connection.
Are there any membership fees associated with VCFamilia?
No—VCFamilia is completely free to join. Membership is exclusively for individuals currently working in venture capital and actively deploying capital as investors.
I’m not a VC—I’m an ecosystem builder / operator / VC-adjacent. Can I join?
No—VCFamilia is exclusively for investors currently working in VC. But you can follow us on social media, join our newsletter, and our WhatsApp group to stay connected.
I want to break into VC. Can I join VCFamilia?
No—VCFamilia is for folks already in VC. But you can subscribe to our newsletter to stay updated, join our WhatsApp group, or volunteer at one of our events.
Everything happens thanks to our amazing team members
Renata Aráuz-DeStefano
Steering Committee Lead
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Renata is an investor at Pivotal Ventures, the investment and incubation company founded by Melinda French Gates to advance social progress in the United States. She brings a global perspective and a deep commitment to inclusive investing, with prior experience spanning clean energy at KawiSafi Ventures in East Africa, social impact strategy at the New Capitalism Project, and entrepreneurship as the founder of Mwayi in Malawi. A Kauffman and NAIC Fellow, Renata also serves as Chair of VCFamilia’s Steering Committee, where she helps build a more representative venture ecosystem for the Latine community.
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Veronica Juarez
Steering Committee Member
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Veronica Juarez is the Managing Partner of Dahlia VC, an early-stage firm investing in the next generation of Latino tech trailblazers. A recognized leader at the intersection of tech, equity, and venture capital, she brings over a decade of experience—from launching Lyft’s social enterprise partnerships and policy programs as one of its first 50 employees, to founding arturo advisory to advance social justice through capital. A former Lightspeed Scout and L’ATTITUDE GameChanger in VC honoree, Veronica is reshaping what inclusive investing looks like across fintech, SaaS, and marketplaces.
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Featured
Thursday, September 11, 2025
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San Francisco, California
2nd Annual VCFamilia Awards Reception
Voices from VCFamilia
“ VCFamilia does an excellent job! I enjoy the Bay Area channel, but many of us travel frequently and often check to see who's in LA, New York, Miami, or wherever we might be visiting. It almost feels like a little phone book—you can recall someone and find out if they're still in the area. It's a great way to stay connected and keep up with what's happening; it's a very active group. “
Sergio Suarez
Clearlake Capital
The most rewarding experience being part of FounderFamilia is showing up somewhere and knowing you're not alone. Seeing the talent, power, ingenuity, and hunger in others like you is incredibly rewarding.
Sergio Suarez
Clearlake Capital
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