Why Become a Member?
District Angels is about belonging to a community that sees around corners, gets access others don’t, and helps shape the future of innovation in the DMV. Our members enjoy behind-the-scenes opportunities, relationship-driven insights, and the tools to level up their investing practice.
Low Minimums, High Leverage
Invest as little as $1K–$5K per deal and get the same terms as larger checks through our pooled syndicate structure.
Benefits
Access premium deals typically reserved for institutional investors
Minimize risk exposure while testing and refining your investment strategy
Participate in more rounds, sectors, and founders to maximize learning and potential returns
High-Quality Deal Flow
You'll have the opportunity to co-invest alongside other firms and family offices, giving you access to competitive deals.
Benefits
Deal flow shaped by regional networks, accelerators, and university partners
Shared diligence and deal participation with experienced investors
Opportunities to join follow-on rounds and institutional syndicates
Compounding Potential
Double down on your winners by participating in follow-on rounds before later-stage investors enter.
Benefits
Increase your stake in startups demonstrating strong market traction and growth potential
Reduce dilution by investing early and selectively doubling down
Benefit from compounding returns as companies raise at higher valuations
Early to Emerging Trends
As a member, you’ll be at the forefront of investment themes before they hit mainstream attention.
Benefits
Curated briefings on public-sector innovation
Deal previews and soft-circles before the broader network sees them
Early access to founders before formal raises begin
Expert Market Insights
Members receive exclusive briefings that unpack the why now behind deals, giving you better context for decisions.
Benefits
Insight briefings on policy and regulatory tailwinds
Analysis to identify which startups are riding real momentum
Live sessions with policy experts how startups can meet market demands
Deeper Engagement
Our pitch sessions are designed to give you access to a founder’s thinking early in the game.
Benefits
Join intimate Q&A sessions with founders
Build authentic, long-term relationships, not just transactional deals
Co-learning moments to see how other investors evaluate founders
How to Join
