Eagle Venture Fund has announced the launch of its second dedicated investment vehicle aimed at combating human trafficking through technology: Freedom Fund II. With a target size of $50 million, this fund builds on the momentum of Freedom Fund I, which has already backed 20 high-growth companies making a tangible difference in the fight against exploitation.
This new fund represents a deepening of Eagle’s commitment to aligning capital with purpose and to supporting entrepreneurs who are building scalable, tech-enabled solutions to one of the world’s most urgent and complex human rights challenges.
Freedom Fund I demonstrated that impact and financial performance are not mutually exclusive. The companies it supported have delivered results that go far beyond metrics—they’ve changed lives. From training thousands of healthcare professionals to recognize signs of trafficking, to protecting tens of thousands of children from online exploitation, to helping victims escape and assisting law enforcement in arresting traffickers, the outcomes have been both sobering and inspiring.
These ventures have demonstrated that when innovation is combined with a mission, the ripple effects can be profound.
The launch of Freedom Fund II comes at a time when technology is playing an increasingly central role in both the proliferation and prevention of trafficking. As traffickers become more sophisticated in their use of digital platforms, the need for equally sophisticated countermeasures has grown.
Eagle Venture Fund is responding to that need by investing in companies that are building tools for detection, prevention, and intervention—solutions that span sectors including healthcare, cybersecurity, law enforcement, education, and survivor support.
What sets Eagle apart is its focus on values-aligned investing. The firm is not just looking for returns; it’s looking for partners who share a vision for a world where exploitation is no longer tolerated. With support from wealth management firms like Keel Point, Eagle has been able to expand its reach and attract more mission-driven investors. Freedom Fund II will continue that work, welcoming individuals and institutions who believe that capital can be a force for good and that innovation can be harnessed to protect the vulnerable.
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“The first Eagle Freedom Fund seeded the counter-trafficking industry. The second Eagle Freedom Fund will grow the counter-trafficking industry.”
Wes Lyons, General Partner, Eagle Freedom Fund II
“We need bold, strategic action in the fight against trafficking. That’s what gets me excited about Eagle Freedom Fund II—the chance to reach a scale of impact that can reach millions of children. I just had a daughter, and I’m hungry to build a safer future for our children.”
Tim Tebow, General Partner, Eagle Freedom Fund II
“We have been energized by our partnership with the Eagle Freedom Fund. The first fund has been a successful addition to our values-based investment platform, and the portfolio companies are already producing tangible impact results for investors who want to align investment capital with their values and mission. We expect Eagle Freedom Fund II to continue to deliver impact and investment returns to our clients.”
Lyle Minton, CIO, Keel Point
