Oxonian Ventures welcomes philanthropic capital into Oxonian Ventures Fund III through a special Philanthropic LP structure designed for Donor Advised Fund (DAF) sponsors. This structure enables donors to deploy charitable capital into venture investments that align with the Fund’s mission of supporting the Oxford entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Under the Oxonian Ventures Fund Philanthropic LP structure:

• A DAF sponsor serves as the limited partner (LP) in the Fund.

• A donor advisor recommends the investment from their DAF account.

• While the DAF sponsor is registered as the Fund LP, donor advisors are invited to participate in all Fund activities, including invitations to pitch events and networking opportunities.

• Any returns from the investment flow back to the DAF account for redeployment.

Minimum Commitment

Philanthropic LP (via DAF): $25,000

Oxonian Ventures has partnered with ImpactAssets Inc. to streamline DAF participation. ImpactAssets is an established impact investing DAF sponsor that allows donor advisors to recommend investments into private funds. ImpactAssets has already completed its investment review of Fund III and offers some key benefits to donors.

Benefits to Donors

• Lower minimum investment: $25,000

• Expedited review since the fund has already been approved

• Experienced impact investing platform

• Dedicated business development support for interested donors

• Simplified fund administration through a single Philanthropic LP structure

For more information on ImpactAssets DAF investment process, fees, and policies please refer to the

ImpactAssets DAF Investment Overview »

Already Have an ImpactAssets DAF?

If you already have an ImpactAssets DAF the process to invest in Oxonian Ventures Fund III is straightforward:

• Conduct your financial and legal diligence on the Fund.

• Submit an investment recommendation to ImpactAssets.

• Ensure your DAF account has sufficient funds for the commitment.

ImpactAssets performs a brief regulatory review to confirm no prohibited private benefit. Once approved, the investment is added to the ImpactAssets Philanthropic LP commitment to Fund III.

Opening a new ImpactAssets DAF?

If you need to open a new ImpactAssets DAF, the process is typically quick. You can fund the DAF by:

• Contributing assets directly, or

• Recommending a grant from an existing DAF at another sponsor to establish an ImpactAssets DAF 

This approach can allow donors to maintain their primary DAF relationship while accessing ImpactAssets’ private investment platform.

Using a Different DAF Sponsor?

Some DAF sponsors allow donor advisors to recommend investments into private funds. However, policies vary significantly by sponsor. Prospective donors should consult their DAF sponsor directly to determine whether this option is available. If you wish to invest via a non-ImpactAssets DAF, please note:

• Not all DAF sponsors permit private fund investments.

• Approval processes and diligence requirements differ.

• Investment minimums may be higher than $25,000.

If you are interested in exploring a DAF investment into Fund III, the Oxonian Ventures team is happy to discuss your options and help determine the most efficient path, either through ImpactAssets or via your existing DAF sponsor

Please submit the attached form, or reach out directly for a consultation with:

Eric Meissner, Lead, Philanthropic Investing , Oxonian Ventures | eric.meissner@oxonianventures.com