Paul G. Allen Family Foundation
The Paul G. Allen Family Foundation supports innovation and community initiatives through grants and funding. With varying investment amounts, the foundation backs projects in research, education, and community development, offering financial support and strategic guidance.
Key Info
Number of Investments
328
Industries
Communities, Life Science
Year Founded
1988
CB Rank
208,003
ArtsFund
ArtsFund supports arts and culture in Seattle with grants ranging from $5,000 to $50,000. The nonprofit provides financial aid, advocacy, and capacity-building programs to local arts organizations, enhancing community access to the arts.
Key Info
Number of Investments
326
Industries
Non Profit
Year Founded
1969
CB Rank
204,141
Fledge
Fledge accelerates impact-driven startups with investments from $20,000 to $100,000. The program offers mentorship and resources to help startups scale, with successful graduates like Evrnu and Impact Bioenergy driving social and environmental change.
Key Info
Number of Investments
89
Industries
Agriculture, AgTech, Clean Energy, CleanTech, Financial Services, GreenTech, Recycling, Renewable Energy, Social Impact, Sustainability
Year Founded
2012
AWS Impact Accelerator
The AWS Impact Accelerator supports underrepresented founders with up to $225,000 in funding and credits. The program provides technical guidance, mentorship, and access to AWS resources, helping startups like Totem and EmpiricaLab to grow and succeed.
Key Info
Number of Investments
63
Industries
Finance, Financial Services, Funding Platform, Generative AI
Year Founded
2023
CB Rank
161,083
9Mile Labs
9Mile Labs supports early-stage B2B startups with investments from $35,000 to $100,000. The accelerator offers mentorship and a structured program to help companies like Pro.com and RealSelf achieve market success.
Key Info
Number of Investments
54
Number of Exits
4
Industries
B2B, Software, Venture Capital
Year Founded
2013
CB Rank
211,049
DFS Lab
DFS Lab accelerates early-stage fintech startups in emerging markets with investments from $25,000 to $50,000. The program offers mentorship and industry connections, supporting companies like Chipper Cash and Sokowatch in achieving financial inclusion and innovation.
Key Info
Number of Investments
39
Number of Exits
3
Year Founded
2016
Pioneer Square Labs
Pioneer Square Labs supports early-stage tech startups with investments from $500,000 to $2 million. The firm offers funding, mentorship, and resources to build and scale companies like Boundless and LumaTax, fostering innovation in the tech ecosystem.
Key Info
Number of Investments
20
Number of Exits
1
Industries
Enterprise Software, Internet, Mobile
Year Founded
2015
CB Rank
9,063
Upaya Social Ventures
Upaya Social Ventures invests $50,000 to $150,000 in early-stage social enterprises that create jobs for the poor. The firm supports companies like Saahas Waste Management and Calcutta Rescue with funding and strategic guidance to drive poverty alleviation.
Key Info
Number of Investments
18
Industries
Impact Investing, Non Profit, Social Entrepreneurship, Social Impact
Year Founded
2011
CB Rank
256,290
5G Open Innovation Lab
The 5G Open Innovation Lab supports early-stage companies developing 5G applications with up to $250,000 in funding. The accelerator offers mentorship and access to industry partners, helping startups like Akraino and MobiledgeX to innovate and scale.
Key Info
Number of Investments
8
Industries
Autonomous Vehicles, Cloud Computing, Information Technology, Internet, Internet of Things, Mobile, Software, Telecommunications, Wireless
Year Founded
2019
CB Rank
207,665
Female Founders Alliance
The Female Founders Alliance supports women-led startups with up to $100,000 in funding. The accelerator provides mentorship and networking opportunities, helping companies like Armoire and The Riveter to grow and succeed.
Key Info
Number of Investments
7
Number of Exits
1
Industries
Business Development, Communities, Social, Women's
Year Founded
2017
CB Rank
124,485
Jones and Foster Accelerator (Univeristy of WA)
The Jones + Foster Accelerator at the University of Washington supports student and alumni startups with up to $25,000 in funding. The program offers mentorship, resources, and workshops to help companies like Membrion and VICIS grow and thrive.
Key Info
Number of Investments
7
Industries
Business Development, Consulting, Finance, Management Consulting
Year Founded
2010
CB Rank
432,302
Washington Maritime Blue
Washington Maritime Blue supports startups in the maritime and ocean sectors with up to $50,000 in funding. The accelerator offers mentorship and industry connections, helping companies like One Ocean Hub and GreenWave innovate and grow.
Key Info
Number of Investments
6
Industries
Marine Technology
Year Founded
2018
CB Rank
56,368
Amazon Launchpad
Amazon Launchpad supports consumer product startups with access to Amazon’s platform, marketing support, and resources. Investment amounts vary by startup needs. The program helps innovative companies like Anker and Casper reach a wider audience and scale their businesses.
Key Info
Number of Investments
5
Industries
E-Commerce
Year Founded
2019
CB Rank
666,691
Startup Haven
Startup Haven supports early-stage tech startups through mentorship, networking, and fundraising assistance. The community offers tailored support to help startups grow and succeed, with investment amounts varying by program and needs.
Key Info
Number of Investments
1
Industries
Banking, Communities, FinTech, Insurance, Lifestyle
Year Founded
2006
CB Rank
232,720
AWS EdStart
AWS EdStart supports EdTech startups with AWS Promotional Credits, technical guidance, and marketing resources. The program helps companies like Engageli and Prisms of Reality innovate and grow within the education technology sector (GeekWire).
Key Info
Number of Investments
1
Year Founded
1994
CB Rank
740,695
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