Founded by Johns Hopkins alumni

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
7
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

Back the next generation of founders

Join a community of accredited investors looking to invest in and support startups from the Johns Hopkins ecosystem.

  • 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

We’d love to hear from you. We bring capital and a community of investors, operators, and advisors.

  • Founder is a current or former Johns Hopkins student, postdoc, faculty, or staff member, or the company uses Johns Hopkins research
  • 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 is a current or former Johns Hopkins student, postdoc, faculty, or staff member, or the company uses Johns Hopkins research. Either 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 to back the next generation of founders or a founder ready to build, there's a place for you in the 1891 Angels community.

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