Built by Hopkins Alumni, for the Hopkins Community

Invest in What Comes Out of One of the World's Great Universities

The premier angel network connecting accredited investors to bold, early-stage founders emerging from the Johns Hopkins ecosystem.

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2025
Founding year
5
Portfolio companies
$1M+
Invested
Seed
Stage focus
$0
Membership fees

Alumni-built. Community-driven.

1891 Angels was founded by Johns Hopkins alumni who believed the university's unmatched research engine deserved a dedicated investor network. Every decision we make is rooted in that belief.

For Investors

Get first access to the best Hopkins deals

Join a network of accredited investors who get exclusive, early-stage access to Hopkins-connected startups before they open to the broader market.

  • Apply to join — no membership fee
  • Review deal flow — early access to vetted startups
  • Invest on your terms — every deal is 100% opt-in
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For Founders

Capital and community from people who get it

If you're a Hopkins-connected founder building something bold at the Pre-Seed through Series A stage, we want to hear from you. We bring more than capital — we bring the Hopkins network.

  • Founder or company has ties to Johns Hopkins
  • Raising at Pre-Seed through Series A
  • Looking for a $150K average check with strategic value
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What we look for in founders

Bold ideas. Hopkins roots. Early stage.

We back founders at the earliest, most critical stages — when the right investors make the biggest difference.

Hopkins Connection
The founder or the company has ties to Johns Hopkins — alumni, faculty, staff, or research spinout. Either the founder or the company qualifies.
Early Stage
We invest from seed through Series A, when conviction and community matter most. Our average check size is $150K.
Scalable Vision
We back founders building for real scale — companies that can define or reshape a category, not just serve a niche.
Strong Team
We bet on people first. Exceptional founders with domain expertise, resilience, and the drive to execute under pressure.
Clear Market Need
A genuine problem worth solving, with a credible path to a meaningful market opportunity. We want to see real demand.
Open to Partnership
We're more than a check. We want founders who value mentorship, strategic introductions, and long-term relationships with our network.

The next great Hopkins company
is being built right now.

Whether you're an investor looking for early access or a founder ready to build, there's a place for you in the 1891 Angels community.

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