United States · Pre-seed startup

Who invested in Grade

One round we have observed, with the 2 investors named in it. Every figure came from a named source, and where the company reported a raise to the SEC itself, that is shown beside it.

HR Tech

Raised 8 months ago

Funding summaryUpdated 26 Oct 2026

$500Kraised across 1 round since 2026, from 1 source

Latest round
Pre-seed, $500KMar 2026
Investors
2
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The rounds

  1. Mar 2026
    Pre-seed$500K

    Source recorded

Founders and team

From Grade's own website: 1 founder, 7 on the team.

Matt BachleFounder and CEO
  • Abbey BatchelorStrategy Director
  • Adam RobertsonTechnical Director
  • Andy BurnsFinance Director
  • Christopher CowardSenior Product Manager
  • Dan PaceyInteraction Design Director
  • Justine MarinoGeneral Manager
  • Simon MorganCommercial Director (Fractional)

Everyone who backed them

Y CombinatorAccelerator1round
Pioneer FundPrivate equity1round

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Quick answers about Grade

Who invested in Grade?

Grade's investors include Y Combinator and Pioneer Fund.

How much has Grade raised?

Grade has raised $500K across 1 round since 2026.

When did Grade last raise?

Grade's most recent round was a Pre-seed of $500K in Mar 2026.

What was Grade's biggest round?

Its most recent round, $500K in Mar 2026, is also its largest on record.

Who backed Grade first?

Grade's first round on record, in Mar 2026, was backed by Y Combinator and Pioneer Fund.

What stage is Grade at?

Grade's latest named round is a Pre-seed, in Mar 2026.

Where is Grade based?

Grade is based in the United States.

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