Venture & Strategic Partnerships Associate (Volunteer – Pre-Seed Stage)

Title: Venture & Strategic Partnerships Associate (Volunteer – Pre-Seed Stage)

Organization: LoopRoots Foundation (in partnership with LoopTroop)

Location: Remote (U.S. preferred, Phoenix-based candidates a plus)

Time Commitment: 20–25 hours per week

About the Opportunity

LoopRoots Foundation is seeking a highly motivated Venture & Strategic Partnerships Associate to support the expansion of our transportation access initiatives in partnership with LoopTroop, a for-profit rideshare platform designed to improve access for families impacted by incarceration.

This role is ideal for someone interested in venture capital, startups, and social impact who wants hands-on experience in early-stage fundraising and growth strategy.

LoopTroop and LoopRoots operate as separate entities. LoopRoots drives access through community programs, while LoopTroop provides the transportation platform and infrastructure. This role will support venture fundraising and strategic growth for the transportation platform while working closely with nonprofit-driven partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and manage a pipeline of venture capital firms, angel investors, and impact funds
• Conduct research on pre-seed and seed-stage investors aligned with mobility, logistics, and social impact
• Support development and refinement of investor pitch materials and presentations
• Assist with outreach strategy, email drafting, and meeting preparation
• Identify and research strategic partnership opportunities (nonprofits, agencies, institutions)
• Help articulate the relationship between LoopTroop (for-profit) and LoopRoots Foundation (nonprofit) in investor-facing materials
• Track investor interactions, outreach progress, and follow-ups

Ideal Candidate

• Strong interest in venture capital, startups, or fundraising
• Background in business, finance, entrepreneurship, consulting, or related fields
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple workstreams
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative
• Bonus: Experience with pitch decks, financial modeling, or investor outreach

What You’ll Gain

• Direct exposure to venture capital fundraising and investor relations
• Hands-on experience working with a founder on a pre-seed/seed-stage raise
• Insight into building a venture-backed transportation platform
• Opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven initiative with national impact
• Letter of recommendation and potential for future paid or equity-based role

How to Apply

Please submit:

• Resume or LinkedIn profile
• Short note (3–5 sentences) explaining your interest in venture capital and this role

Additional Information

This is a volunteer role through LoopRoots Foundation. The position supports strategic growth and fundraising efforts connected to LoopTroop, a separate for-profit transportation platform.

About LoopRoots Foundation

LoopRoots Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on removing barriers for families impacted by incarceration through transportation access, mental health support, housing pathways, and workforce development.

About LoopTroop

LoopTroop is a transportation platform designed to provide structured, reliable access to essential services, beginning with family visitation and expanding into broader mobility solutions.