Fueling Israeli Innovation
Hillel Ventures is a student-run venture fund that deploys follow-on capital into Israeli growth-stage startups and gives them U.S. market traction through UCLA's campus network.
Our Mission
Hillel Ventures is committed to fueling Israeli innovation and activating student talent by providing the capital and resources necessary to help startups reach their full potential. We bridge the gap between promising Israeli startups and UCLA's extensive network.
Our Value-Add to Portfolio Companies
We provide a comprehensive support system for Israeli startups:
Direct Bridge to U.S. Customers
Access UCLA's extensive network and connections to potential customers in the American market.
Cross-Functional Student Teams
Dedicated teams of students delivering research and business development projects at no cost to founders.
Professional Advisors
Access to dedicated professional and faculty advisors with expertise in various industries.
UCLA as a Test Market
Leverage UCLA as a live test market for products and services before broader U.S. launch.
Why Back Israeli Tech Now
Counter BDS Movement
Sharpen the response to BDS by actively investing in and supporting Israeli innovation and economic growth.
Favorable Valuations
Invest at steep post-October-7 discounts, providing excellent value opportunities.
World-Class Innovation Hub
Tap into the world's densest startup ecosystem, known for breakthrough technologies and resilient entrepreneurs.
Pipeline Snapshot
Active Opportunities
Defense Startup - Series B
Participating alongside top-tier investors in this promising Israeli startup's growth round.
Several other opportunities in due diligence stage across various sectors.
Fund Terms
Vehicle Size
$10 Million
Target fund size for maximum impact
Portfolio
15-20 Companies
$200-500K check sizes
Fee Structure
2% Management Fee
20% Carry
1% of proceeds donated to UCLA Hillel
Our Team
Led by experienced professionals and supported by dedicated students committed to building bridges between Israeli innovation and the U.S. market.
Jonah Nazarian
General Partner
Leading Hillel Ventures with a focus on identifying promising Israeli startups and helping them scale in the U.S. market.
Dan Gold
Executive Director, UCLA Hillel
Providing strategic guidance and leveraging UCLA Hillel's network to support the fund's mission and portfolio companies.
External Advisory Board
Industry Experts
A diverse group of industry professionals providing expertise and connections to help our portfolio companies succeed.
Get In Touch
Interested in learning more about Hillel Ventures or joining our first close? Contact us for more information.