Empowering Women Founders & Investors to Close the Funding Gap

We’re here to change the landscape of venture capital by connecting female founders with the right resources, and supporting investors who fund women-led businesses.

Who We Are

For over a decade, Stella Foundation has been a driving force in funding and supporting women entrepreneurs. From ideation to exit, we provide the capital, mentorship, and connections needed to launch, scale, and sustain women-led businesses.

Our Vision: Equal representation of women founders and funders across the venture table.

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Our Impact

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How We Do It: The 4 Pillars of Stella

At Stella Foundation, we empower female founders and funders through a four-pillar approach designed to provide
education, capital, connections, and opportunities to scale.

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COMMUNITY

A thriving, inclusive network of founders, investors, and ecosystem partners. A fully expanded free educational library and 1:1 office hours for founders and aspiring investors.

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COURSES

Expert-led programs, accelerators, and masterclasses to help women scale their businesses.

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CAPITAL

Access to funding through Stella Angels, investor matchmaking, and pitch events.

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CONFERENCES

High-impact events like Women’s Venture Summit and Women’s Fast Pitch to drive action and investment.

Upcoming Events

Join us for an exciting new series of events taking place in the Stella Community. FREE to all Stella Community Members.

2024 Stella Impact Report

2024 Women’s Venture Summit Impact Report

PROGRAM IMPACT  |  2012-2024

$250M

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Help Us Celebrate 12 Years Of Empowering Female Founders

Praise From Stella’s Stars

JOANNE FORSTER

WISHLY

Jo Forster
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“Stella was just what WISHLY needed at the right time! Building a network of other female founders ands gaining access to all kinds of mentors (especially VC’s) has been incredibly valuable. The team at Stella has given us the tools we need to fundraise and build the next unicorn — knowledge, confidence,
and a community of support!”

KAREN HETZ

KIDS CAKE BOXES

Karen Hetz
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“Stella has opened so many doors for me. The network connections alone have moved mountains for my business; from mentors to meetings with those in the same industry, Stella has provided me a means to learn from others’ experiences and expertise. This network has helped me gain understanding and direction as I scale my business.”

HELEN CHOI PADILLA

WATERING CAN

Helen Choi Padilla
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“Attending Stella Labs has been nothing short of amazing. Coming from a couple other Cohorts I can say Stella is the best. The amount of connections I was provided with, the challenge, the work, and the community I was supported with was overwhelming. Thank you so much for my acceptance and I am forever grateful to everyone at Stella.”

LINDSAY HELM

EMPOWER EMPLOY

Lindsay Helm
Empower Employ

“Being a part of Stella has helped me refine my storytelling and public speaking skills, which I am utilizing during pitch competitions to earn funding. Stella has also connected me with a variety of industry professionals who have become amazing mentors and have helped me make critical business decisions for continued growth.”

Join the conSTELLAtion.

We rise by lifting others. Join our email list to gain tools & connect with people who are fortifying women’s businesses. Let’s connect the stars, TOGETHER.