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Cherub

Cherub Technologies, Inc. is a fundraising platform based in the United States that connects early-stage startup founders with angel investors using AI-powered matching technology. The platform streamlines fundraising processes and facilitates investor introductions.

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Overview

What Cherub does

What Cherub is

Cherub Technologies, Inc. is a fundraising platform based in the United States that connects early-stage startup founders with angel investors using AI-powered matching technology. The platform streamlines fundraising processes and facilitates investor introductions.

How it participates in the startup ecosystem

The current public profile supports funder and community and event host and publisher capabilities. Each capability below is shown separately so organization identity and role-specific information do not get conflated.

Operational profile

Organization status and context

Organization status describes the entity itself. Funding and program availability appear within the relevant capability profile.

Operational status
Active
Organization type
Other
Founded
Founded in 2023
Approximate age
About 3 years
Structured capabilities
Funder · Community · Event host · Publisher
Last reviewed
March 16, 2026

Official channels

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Capability profile

Cherub as a funder

Investment thesis

Cherub connects early-stage startups with angel investors through a dual-sided marketplace, utilizing AI for optimal matching.

Focus narrative

Cherub focuses on early-stage startups, providing tools for founders to streamline fundraising processes and offering curated access to startups for investors. The platform aims to enhance the fundraising experience for both sides.

Value beyond capital

Cherub provides value to portfolio companies by facilitating connections with high-value investors and offering tools to streamline fundraising processes, enhancing their chances of success.

Focus and fit

Stages
Pre-seed · Seed · Seed+ · Series A

Availability

Currently deploying
Yes

Portfolio and track record

Recorded portfolio count
7

Portfolio context

Cherub features notable portfolio companies such as Of Other Worlds, a beauty brand selected for the 2023 Sephora Accelerate cohort; Daybird, a beauty and wellness brand; GRYT, a skincare brand for tweens and teens; Mansion, a fractional real estate investment platform; Aura Finance, a fintech platform; Zant, a mental health app for Gen-Z; and Fresh Sends, a gifting platform specializing in flowers and gift sets.

Capability profile

Cherub as a community

Community overview

Cherub Technologies, Inc., doing business as Cherub, was founded in March 2023. The organization is based in the United States and operates as a fundraising platform and marketplace designed for both founders and angel investors. Cherub utilizes AI and proprietary matching technology to connect founders with investors who share aligned interests and goals.

Community focus

Cherub focuses on early-stage startups and provides a dual-sided marketplace that facilitates connections between founders and angel investors. The platform offers tools for founders to streamline their fundraising processes, including building data rooms and managing investor introductions. For investors, Cherub provides curated access to startups that fit their investment criteria and strategic interests.

Member value

Members gain access to tools and resources for fundraising, curated connections to investors, and opportunities for exclusive deals and events.

Membership

Membership fee
$79 · monthly
Pricing models
per-month and free

Format and cadence

Modality
online
Schedule
rolling-admissions
Commitment
light

Availability

Membership state
Accepting

Audience and fit

Audience
Founders · Investors
Benefits
network-access and mentorship
Program types
community
Selection criteria
open
Stages
Pre-seed · Seed

Community activity

Events and activity

Cherub hosts various events to connect founders and investors, including Cherub x SXSW 2025, focused on discussions and networking opportunities, and the Cherub NYC Founder Funder Mixer, held during a16z Tech Week for networking and discussions on the investment market.

Notable members

Notable portfolio companies include Of Other Worlds, Daybird, GRYT, Mansion, Aura Finance, Zant, and Fresh Sends.

Capability profile

Cherub as an event host

Event focus

Cherub focuses on early-stage startups and provides a dual-sided marketplace that facilitates connections between founders and angel investors. The platform offers tools for founders to streamline their fundraising processes, including building data rooms and managing investor introductions. For investors, Cherub provides curated access to startups that fit their investment criteria and strategic interests.

Format narrative

Cherub operates as a fundraising platform and marketplace designed for both founders and angel investors, utilizing AI and proprietary matching technology.

Participant value

Cherub offers tools and resources for founders to streamline their fundraising processes and provides investors with curated access to startups that align with their interests.

Format and cadence

Event types
meetup
Modality
in-person
Recorded ticket price
$79
Startups can present
Yes

Availability

Registration state
Accepting
Next recorded event
March 1, 2025
Next event location
Austin, TX

Audience and fit

Selection criteria
open
Stages
Pre-seed · Seed
Audience
Founders · Investors

Capability profile

Cherub as a publisher

Editorial focus

Cherub focuses on early-stage startups, providing a dual-sided marketplace that facilitates connections between founders and angel investors. The platform offers tools for founders to streamline their fundraising processes, including building data rooms and managing investor introductions. For investors, Cherub provides curated access to startups that fit their investment criteria and strategic interests.

Audience value

Cherub offers a membership-based model for founders and investors, providing tools and resources for founders and curated access to startups for investors. The platform also hosts events and offers exclusive deals.

Format and cadence

Content formats
newsletter

Availability

Guest pitch state
Not currently accepting

Audience and focus

Audience
Founders · Investors

Flagship work and coverage

Flagship properties

Cherub publishes a newsletter that provides insights and updates related to fundraising and angel investing.

Common questions

What to know about Cherub

Upseed classifies Cherub under the Other organization type. Its current public profile includes funder, community, event host, and publisher capabilities.

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Source basis

Public organization and program material, official websites, and structured Upseed records.

Last reviewed

March 16, 2026

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