Firstime VC

Firstime Ventures is an Israeli venture capital firm dedicated to investing in companies that are building a sustainable and accessible future for all. The firm's investment strategy is closely aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on entrepreneurs who are developing impactful products with clear business models. Their core areas of interest include climate tech, digital health, precision agriculture, food security, clean and circular economy, energy and environment, and solutions aimed at achieving net-zero carbon emissions. Firstime Ventures seeks to support founders addressing the world's most urgent challenges, from mitigating the climate crisis to adapting food systems and providing accessible healthcare solutions.

Founded in 2014, Firstime Ventures was established to support companies emerging from a government-backed incubator called “The Time.” The firm has since grown, launching its third fund in 2021, which is specifically dedicated to climate tech and impact investments. Firstime Ventures also operates Firstime Credit, an affiliated entity that provides tailor-made debt financing solutions, particularly for climate tech companies requiring significant capital for hardware-related projects, CAPEX financing, and scaling operations. This blended funding approach aims to bridge the gap for growth-stage companies in the climate sector.

Firstime Ventures has built a diverse portfolio of over 30 companies, with notable investments including BeeHero, a pollination-as-a-service provider, and Hygieia, a company focused on diabetes solutions. Other portfolio companies mentioned include Maverick Medical AI, SecuriThings, Talkspace, and Pixellot. The firm actively supports its portfolio companies through various stages, from seed to later-stage venture rounds, and has seen some companies achieve significant milestones, such as Talkspace going public on Nasdaq.

The team at Firstime Ventures comprises experienced entrepreneurs and professionals with deep expertise in building purpose-driven organizations. Key members include Managing Partners Jonathan Benartzi and Nir Tarlovsky, Partner & Head of Digital Health Keren Kopilov, Partner & Head of Credit Yoni Ophir, and Partner & Head of Climate Tech Itamar Weizman. Their collective background spans investing, finance, and various technology sectors, enabling them to provide strategic guidance and support to their portfolio companies, with a strong emphasis on the societal and environmental impact of their work.