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Courses at IfWeRaise

Join a movement of founders and angels
building efficiently and fundraising strategically

IfWeRaise is a founder-first platform helping early-stage entrepreneurs in the UK build lean, fundable businesses without rushing into VC funding. We champion the “Seed-strapping” approach - supporting founders to validate their ideas, build efficiently, and raise strategically when the time is right.

IfWeRaise helps first-time founders build the knowledge, network and capital they to navigate the messy middle between ideas, traction and lean fundraising.

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Tim Deeson and Hattie Willis delivering a workshop at Sifted Summit

What founders say about IfWeRaise

They've helped me refine and consider my fundraising approach, offering instrumental insights. Navigating the complex world of startup financing can be daunting and fraught with pitfalls.
Judy Leung

Founder, Sweqlink

I am so grateful for the hours IfWeRaise has saved me, and the peace of mind its given me. I have a new understanding and focus as I bootstrap my startup.
Charlotte Crowther

Founder, Signature Framework

I joined IfWeRaise thinking about fundraising but what I learnt is that this is only one piece of the puzzle.If you get the fundamentals right from a customer perspective, then funding will naturally follow.
Russell Newell

Co-Founder, Isofi

As a migrant founder living in the UK, having access to the local and diverse community of startups and advisors from IfWeRaise has been incredibly helpful - Paqtana's chances of success have greatly increased with their guidance.
Xavier Armijos

Founder, Paqtana

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