A Platform for Investing in Culture, Community, and Scalable Impact.
We’re more than investors—we’re partners in growth. Through ecosystem building, strategic investment, and hands-on incubation, Acequia Ventures empowers Latino, veteran and first-generation founders to scale businesses rooted in culture and community. Together, we unlock long-term potential in South Texas, one of the nation’s most undercapitalized markets.
OUR FLOW
ACEQUIA WORKS
Our consulting arm helps cities, universities, and EDCs drive inclusive economic growth. We design accelerators, capital programs, and veteran-focused entrepreneurship pathways. We also support founders with funding and growth strategies.
ACEQUIA STUDIO
Our venture lab where we incubate, build, and launch culture-driven consumer brands. We use shared infrastructure and vertical integration to drive long-term equity value.
ACEQUIA CAPITAL
Our investment arm
backs mission-aligned companies through SPVs and minority investments. We offer founder-friendly terms and use direct and GP-LP models to scale growth.
ACEQUIA HUB
A coworking and innovation space in South Texas offering workspace, labs, and events for founders and the community. Revenue comes from memberships, rentals, and sponsorships.
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ACEQUIA FUND
We're building Fund I to invest in scalable, culture-rooted businesses in undercapitalized markets. Backed by our platform, returns come from equity, carry, and founder partnerships.
(COMING SOON)
THE OPPORTUNITY GAP
South Texas is rich in entrepreneurial talent — especially among Latino, veteran,
and first-generation founders — but remains dramatically undercapitalized compared
to major innovation hubs.
THE GAP
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Latino-led startups receive only about 1.5% of U.S. venture capital.
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Texas is home to 24,000+ veteran-owned businesses, yet most lack access to the capital they need to grow.
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San Antonio and South Texas are growing fast, but still lag behind in early-stage investment.
WHY THIS MATTERS
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Latinos start businesses twice as fast as the national average, but often can’t scale due to lack of funding.
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Veteran founders outperform in revenue and job creation, but struggle to access growth capital.
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Underserved founders build for underserved markets, creating products and jobs where they’re needed most—but they need the right support to grow.
Latino and veteran founders are building businesses at record rates—but funding isn’t keeping up.