SOSV — active deep-tech fund; fits if design overlaps hardware/experimental tech.
OpenVC — directory of seed investors; good for targeting design-friendly VCs.
Blackbird Ventures (AU/NZ) — seed + early stage; design-adjacent startups.
Sasaki Foundation Design Grants — community design + architecture (Boston).
Prince Claus Fund Seed Award — supports cultural/artistic practice internationally.
ArtPrize Artist Seed Grants — smaller but good for design-oriented creative work.