
The New Protein Fund I (size USD$50M) is investing in the most innovative companies working on plant-based foods, cell-based foods as well as ingredients and technologies that will help build the ecosystem. We combine capital, partnership, and mentorship to support and grow the world’s most compelling alternative protein companies. If you are a young company working on any of these areas, apply here.

New Protein Fund II
Big Idea Ventures is pleased to announce we will shortly be launching New Protein Fund II based on the successful New Protein Fund I. The new fund will be available in Q4 2022 and will build on the learnings of NPF I, allowing us to continue to invest in the most exciting alternative protein companies globally. The next generation of food corporations are redesigning themselves to deliver sufficient quantities of nutritious, delicious foods while reducing the cost to the environment. If you’re interested in joining this new fund, please contact us here.

The Generation Food Rural Partners fund commercializes university-developed intellectual property focused on food, protein, and agriculture innovation. We launch new companies, recruit seasoned management teams, and provide support from inception alongside our university and strategic partners. Our mission is to support economic development in rural communities and drive innovation in university ecosystems across the United States. If you’re interested in joining our network of university partners or strategic LPs, please contact us here.

Strategic Opportunities Fund
This $150 million fund will deliver curated deal flow to a small group of limited partners. We have designed the fund to operate as an extension of a corporate entity’s strategy team or a workforce multiplier for family offices and other entities. Our global investment team will meet with each limited partner, understand the areas of interest and deliver a bespoke dealflow. Limited partners will have discretion over capital deployment, providing a measure of independence not available in blond pool funds. If you’re interested in joining this new fund, please contact us here.
