JumpStart Evergreen Fund

Our Evergreen Fund invests in high-potential tech companies located in Ohio. Technology focus areas include B2B software and healthcare.

JumpStart Focus Fund

Our Focus Fund invests in high-potential tech companies led by Black, Latino and female entrepreneurs located in Ohio. Technology focus areas include B2B software and healthcare.

JumpStart HC Collaboration Fund

The Healthcare Collaboration Fund, jointly managed by JumpStart and University Hospital Ventures, invests in high-potential healthcare tech companies located in Ohio. Investments provide access to a unique “living laboratory” model that leverages clinical experts and practical use cases to accelerate the commercialization of early-stage technologies.

JumpStart Next Fund

Our NEXT Fund invests in high-potential technology companies located in Ohio and neighboring states. Technology focus areas include B2B software and healthcare.

JumpStart Next 2 Fund

NEXT II is a $50M fund making Series A and follow-on investments in early-stage Ohio and Midwest technology startups, with a range of $500K to $3M per investment.

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