We Fund. You Grow.

JumpStart helps entrepreneurs access the capital they need to launch and quickly scale their ventures.

We invest from multiple venture capital funds, including one focused solely on supporting tech ventures led by women and people of color across the state of Ohio.

Through our nonprofit Evergreen Fund, we invest seed capital in the highest potential companies across Northern Ohio.

Learn more and apply

Our Focus Fund invests seed capital in tech-based companies led by female entrepreneurs and entrepreneurs of color throughout Ohio.

Learn more and apply

The JumpStart NEXT Fund is a for-profit venture fund focused on early-stage technology startups located in Ohio.

Learn more and apply

Scaling Up, Staying Home: Able

“It was important to me to be a growth story in Cleveland.”

“JumpStart just has a plethora of resources … and really seems to be connected to this vison of not just getting a great financial return, but also helping build something that lifts the entire local ecosystem.”

Gerald Hetrick, Able

Startup Services

Along with venture capital funding, JumpStart provides companies with access to critical resources in areas like operations, marketing, finance and talent recruitment. In addition to 1:1 advising, we offer deep-dive workshops and accelerator programs to help entrepreneurs avoid pitfalls.

EIR Technical Assistance

JumpStart’s Entrepreneurs-In-Residence (EIRs) have deep expertise and industry-specific knowledge to guide startups in areas of finance, marketing and business operations.

 Learn More And Apply❯

Sales Ignition

Sales Ignition is a 5-week hands-on learning experience designed for B2B SaaS companies looking to generate sales leads and streamline the sales process.

Learn More❯

Burton D. Morgan Mentoring

This program provides advice and critical experience in areas such as sales, marketing, venture capital fundraising, board formation/management and human resources.

Learn More and Apply❯

Upcoming Tech Startup Events

View All Events