Startups at the idea or no-traction stage will not qualify. A minimum of 24 months of traction is required for eligibility. However, Profitability is not a prerequisite.

While our primary focus areas encompass emerging technology companies in sectors like Climate, Sustainability, AI, Bio & Healthcare, Deep Tech, Emerging Tech, Consumer, Enterprise, Fintech, Gaming, Infrastructure, and SaaS, we remain open to considering investments in other industries as well.

TN W.O.M.E.N looks into how the founders' interpersonal dynamics, strengths, and chemistry contribute to their collective success.

Yes, we do invest in companies located outside of Tamil Nadu.

Stage 1: Initial Application (Tell Us About Your Business)

Stage 2: Initial Screening (Preliminary Review)

Stage 3: Pitch Meeting (In-Person or Virtual Pitch)

Stage 4: Due Diligence (Comprehensive Evaluation)

Stage 5: Independent Verification (Committee Review)

Stage 6: Investment and Onboarding (Connection and Integration)

You will get a yes or no / FINAL Response in 4 weeks and funding by the 20th week.

To reach out to TN W.O.M.E.N, kindly fill out the Google form provided on our website. This will enable you to connect with us effectively.

Besides providing funding, TN W.O.M.E.N will support your business growth through extensive networking opportunities and assisting you in reaching the next stage of funding. Leveraging our founders' expertise, we offer mentorship to help your business expand, facilitate partnerships, and enhance your connections.

Women founders should collectively hold a minimum of 50% ownership in the company.

TN W.O.M.E.N is stage-agnostic. We prioritize women-led startups and those offering women-focused products, where women have at least 50% ownership. We assess how the founders' interpersonal dynamics, strengths, and chemistry contribute to their collective success. Our main focus areas include emerging technology sectors such as Climate, Sustainability, AI, Bio & Healthcare, Consumer, Enterprise, Fintech, Gaming, Infrastructure, and SaaS.

Yes, you can apply, yet TN W.O.M.E.N prioritizes ventures with a broad impact, often strengthened by multiple founders with complementary strengths. While solo founders are eligible to apply, preference may be given to companies with more than one founder.

Certainly! Your company can still apply, as profitability is not mandatory. However, we do require a minimum of 24 months of traction for eligibility.

Certainly! Even if you've already secured funding, you're welcome to apply to TN W.O.M.E.N.

Yes, we do invest beyond the borders of India.

TN W.O.M.E.N is not limited to only leading investment rounds. We can also provide funding without taking the lead.

We won’t prefer signing an NDA as it could hinder our ability to operate efficiently but we will ensure that your information is handled with the utmost care and confidentiality.

Possibly, it varies depending on the investor and the company's stage.

Our women-focused fund prioritizes investments in women-led startups. However, we carefully evaluate each opportunity to avoid conflicts of interest with our existing portfolio companies. We consider potential conflicts on a case-by-case basis, analyzing factors like market, target customers, and product offerings. While we don't exclude specific industries, we may decline investments if they pose a risk to our current portfolio companies. In some cases, we might explore potential collaborations between startups instead of investing.

Absolutely! To explore investment opportunities with TN W.O.M.E.N, please complete the form provided for Investors.