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THIRD

THIRD is a community-driven organization based in the MENA region that supports diverse founders through investment and educational programs. It connects a global network of entrepreneurs and investors, focusing on underrepresented groups.

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Overview

What THIRD does

What THIRD is

THIRD is a community-driven organization based in the MENA region that supports diverse founders through investment and educational programs. It connects a global network of entrepreneurs and investors, focusing on underrepresented groups.

How it participates in the startup ecosystem

The current public profile supports funder and community 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
Community
Founded
Founded in 2024
Approximate age
About 2 years
Structured capabilities
Funder · Community · Publisher
Last reviewed
April 2, 2026

Official channels

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Capability profile

THIRD as a funder

Investment thesis

THIRD is focused on supporting and investing in diverse founders globally, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds. The organization aims to provide access to capital and resources to redefine the narrative around global business.

Focus narrative

THIRD invests in a variety of sectors and is sector agnostic, with a preference for opportunities that allow them to help founders build community and distribution. They focus on supporting entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds, particularly those who are often excluded from traditional tech and finance networks.

Value beyond capital

THIRD adds value to its portfolio companies through various programs, including a Fundraising Bootcamp to prepare startups for fundraising and a PR Bootcamp focused on public relations strategies. They also produce a weekly newsletter featuring global startup fundraising opportunities.

Focus and fit

Stages
Angel · Pre-seed · Seed
Regions
MENA

Availability

Currently deploying
Yes

Portfolio and track record

Portfolio context

THIRD has established connections with founders from notable organizations such as Y Combinator, 500 Global, NVIDIA, Alibaba Ventures, and Mubadala. They leverage their media reach and network to provide visibility and support to these founders.

Capability profile

THIRD as a community

Community overview

THIRD is an organization focused on supporting and investing in diverse founders globally. Founded by Chaymae Samir, who has a background in entrepreneurship, THIRD aims to provide access to capital and resources for underrepresented entrepreneurs. Based in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, the organization seeks to redefine the narrative around global business.

Community focus

THIRD invests in a variety of sectors and is sector agnostic, with a preference for opportunities where they can help founders build community and distribution. They aim to support entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds, particularly those outside traditional tech and finance networks.

Member value

Members gain access to various programs and initiatives, including fundraising and PR bootcamps, a weekly newsletter featuring global startup fundraising opportunities, and a media series that shares insights from successful entrepreneurs.

Membership

Pricing models
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 and bootcamp
Selection criteria
open
Stages
Angel · Pre-seed · Seed
Regions
MENA

Community activity

Events and activity

THIRD hosts a Fundraising Bootcamp designed to help startups prepare for fundraising and a PR Bootcamp focused on public relations strategies for startups. They also produce a weekly newsletter featuring deal flow of global startups fundraising at the angel, pre-seed, and seed stages.

Notable members

THIRD has established connections with founders from notable organizations such as Y Combinator, 500 Global, NVIDIA, Alibaba Ventures, and Mubadala.

Capability profile

THIRD as a publisher

Editorial focus

THIRD is dedicated to empowering diverse entrepreneurs by providing access to capital and resources. Founded by Chaymae Samir, the organization aims to redefine the narrative around global business, particularly for those outside traditional tech and finance networks. With a focus on community building and distribution, THIRD is raising a $5 million venture fund to support founders at various stages, including angel, pre-seed, and seed.

Audience value

THIRD provides valuable resources and support to underrepresented entrepreneurs, helping them navigate the fundraising landscape and build successful businesses.

Format and cadence

Content formats
newsletter, video-series, and podcast
Primary platform
Website
Cadence
weekly

Availability

Guest pitch state
Not currently accepting

Audience and focus

Audience
Founders
Regions
MENA

Flagship work and coverage

Flagship properties

THIRD offers a weekly newsletter featuring global startup fundraising opportunities, a video and audio series exploring the stories of business leaders, and long-form series and podcasts sharing insights from successful entrepreneurs.

Notable coverage

THIRD has established connections with founders from notable organizations such as Y Combinator, 500 Global, NVIDIA, Alibaba Ventures, and Mubadala.

Connected ecosystem

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What to know about THIRD

Upseed classifies THIRD under the Community organization type. Its current public profile includes funder, community, and publisher capabilities.

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Source basis

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

Last reviewed

April 2, 2026

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