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Background Capital

HQ · California

Background Capital provides early-stage venture funding and founder support to help startups become enduring companies. It invests through multiple funds and supports founders with recruiting, storytelling to investors, and strategic guidance. The firm operates as a venture capital firm focused on early-stage opportunities. Founded in 2018 by Rafael Corrales and based in San Francisco, it emphasizes a founder-centric approach and ongoing commitment to portfolio companies.

Primary stage
Pre-Seed / InceptionSeedSeries A
Initial check size
$100-250k$250-500k
Hardware / software
Software / Code
Investment style

Generalist

Data last enriched

Aug 14, 2026


Investing team
  • Rafael CorralesFounder & Managing Partner

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