Warsaw-based Vastpoint has launched its debut €18 million fund aimed at supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs in Poland, with a particular focus on empowering underrepresented founders.
Vastpoint, a newly established venture capital firm headquartered in Warsaw, has officially entered the market with an €18 million debut fund.
Founded and led by women, the firm positions itself as part of a growing movement to bring more diversity into the European venture ecosystem. The fund is designed to invest in early-stage companies across Poland, a market that has seen accelerating startup activity over the past decade.
The firm’s launch comes at a time when Poland is increasingly recognized as one of Central and Eastern Europe’s most dynamic innovation hubs.
Despite a growing number of startups and scale-ups, access to early-stage venture funding, especially from female-led firms, remains limited. Vastpoint aims to fill that gap by offering capital as well as strategic guidance to emerging founders.
Backing Poland’s Next Wave of Startups
With the new fund, Vastpoint plans to target seed and early-growth investments, supporting Polish entrepreneurs building solutions in sectors such as technology, consumer, and digital services. The fund intends not only to provide financial backing but also to act as a long-term partner for its portfolio companies.
The emphasis on female leadership sets Vastpoint apart in a region where less than 5% of venture capital firms are run by women. By combining investment capital with active mentorship, the firm is positioning itself to have both financial and social impact.
Insights
The launch reflects broader trends shaping the European venture landscape. According to Invest Europe, Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) attracted record venture funding in recent years, yet female-led startups continue to secure only a small share of the total capital.
By deliberately addressing this imbalance, Vastpoint is tapping into both an underserved market and an opportunity for outsized returns.
Poland itself has emerged as a promising market for venture investment. The country’s strong technical talent base, expanding digital economy, and increasing government support for innovation have created favorable conditions for founders. At the same time, global investors have taken note of the region’s potential, with major funds stepping up their activity in CEE.
Looking Ahead
With its €18 million debut fund, Vastpoint adds to the growing pool of venture capital available in Poland while marking an important milestone for gender diversity in the sector. The firm’s ability to identify and nurture early-stage companies will be closely watched as Poland seeks to cement its place as a European startup hub.
For investors, the fund’s launch signals continued confidence in CEE markets despite global economic uncertainty. For founders, it represents new opportunities to secure early backing from a female-led team with strong local expertise.
As Vastpoint begins deploying capital, the key question will be how effectively it can translate its mission into results, supporting both financial returns and a more inclusive venture ecosystem in Poland.