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§ Private Profile · New York City, NY, USA
Seed-stage venture capital firm investing in early-stage startups, offering strategic guidance for founders in blockchain and consumer apps.
Based in Santa Monica, California, Chapter One operates as a seed-stage venture capital firm that invests in early-stage startups while providing comprehensive business support for service professionals. The organization primarily focuses on backing product-oriented founders who are building platforms within the blockchain technology, consumer application, and brand sectors across the US and Canada. Operating with a team of fewer than 25 employees and generating under $5 million in annual revenue, the firm executes a traditional venture capital business model. This structure generates returns through standard fund management fees and carried interest realized from its investments. The firm has backed several high-profile technology companies, building a portfolio that features recognizable names such as Mercury, Supabase, Turing, Compound Finance, and Ondo Finance. Chapter One was established in an undisclosed year and was founded by General Partner Jeff Morris Jr.
Chapter One has raised $4.0M across 1 funding round.
Chapter One has raised $4.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Chapter One has raised $4.0M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $4.0M Pre-Seed in September 2025.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2025 | $4M Pre Seed | — | — | Announced |
Chapter One has raised $4.0M in total across 1 funding round.