HEARTFELT Secures €1M Pre-Seed Investment & Takes the Helm of the APX Portfolio—Empowering Europe’s Boldest Startups

We are thrilled to announce that HEARTFELT_ has successfully raised 1,000,000, marking a significant milestone for the company and for the European startup ecosystem. As Europe’s First Cheque Fund, HEARTFELT_ has built a sterling reputation for backing the most ambitious pre-seed startups from Europe and European founders abroad, often acting as their very first investor. This recent funding round further cements HEARTFELT_'s commitment to nurturing innovative ideas and empowering visionary entrepreneurs at the earliest stages of their journey. With the newly secured capital, HEARTFELT_ plans to intensify its support for emerging startups by expanding its network of strategic partnerships and accelerating its investment capabilities. The funds will enable the company to provide critical resources—ranging from capital infusions and mentorship to broader market access—ensuring that groundbreaking ideas receive the necessary support to transform ambitious concepts into thriving ventures. Additionally, the recent transition where the APX portfolio is now managed by HEARTFELT_ underscores the fund’s growing influence and expertise in the startup investment space. This move is set to unlock further growth potential and streamline support mechanisms for founders, reinforcing HEARTFELT_'s role as a catalyst in the European innovation ecosystem. As the company embarks on this exciting new chapter, its unwavering dedication to creating a robust, diverse, and dynamic startup community remains clear. Innovators can now look forward to an even more vibrant support system designed to scale up ideas rapidly and impact the market profoundly, helping shape the future of technology and entrepreneurship across Europe and beyond.