Family offices play a significant role in the world of venture investing, being uniquely equipped to provide funding, as well as guidance and support to their VC partners and often investing in sectors where they have expertise, interest, or a desire to drive innovation. This review takes a closer look at the venture capital landscape through a family office lens, examining the unique value that family offices bring to the table, the role that venture investments play in a family office portfolio, and the strategies that family offices use to achieve their desired level of exposure to the asset class.