How Much to Raise Calculator
Calculate the right fundraising amount for your startup
How long until your next raise
Your current monthly expenses
Projected monthly burn after new hires
Typical: Pre-seed 10-15%, Seed 15-25%, Series A 20-30%
Recommended Raise Amount
at 20% dilution
Pre-Money Valuation
$4.5M
Post-Money Valuation
$5.6M
Monthly Burn (Avg)
$50K
Post-raise average
Start Next Raise
9 mo
Before runway ends
Well-Structured Raise
This raise gives you 18 months runway with buffer for unexpected costs. Start your next fundraise around month 9.
Raise Scenarios Comparison
Typical Fund Allocation
$675K
60%
$169K
15%
$135K
12%
$90K
8%
$56K
5%
Note: This is a typical allocation. Your actual split may vary based on your specific needs and stage.
Milestone Cost Breakdown
Product Launch
$100K
8.9% of total raise | Range: $50K - $150K
First Revenue
$138K
12.2% of total raise | Range: $75K - $200K
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