Nearly 50 Years of Venture Funding in Massachusetts
Nearly 50 Years of Venture Funding in Massachusetts
As one of the world’s oldest venture funds, we help early-stage innovators with funding, mentorship, and strategic guidance to turn bold ideas into transformative businesses.
As one of the world’s oldest venture funds, we help early-stage innovators with funding, mentorship, and strategic guidance to turn bold ideas into transformative businesses.
investment focus
Deep Tech is where we live.
We help academic spinouts and seed stage companies in Massachusetts drive breakthroughs in quantum computing, clean energy, AI, biotech, advanced materials, and more.
We help academic spinouts and seed stage companies in Massachusetts drive breakthroughs in quantum computing, clean energy, AI, biotech, advanced materials, and more.
46
Years Fueling Innovation
46
Years Fueling Innovation
46
Years Fueling Innovation
180+
Companies Funded
180+
Companies Funded
180+
Companies Funded
$4B+
In Follow-On Capital Raised
$4B+
In Follow-On Capital Raised
$4B+
In Follow-On Capital Raised
Investment thesis
Diverse Teams Outperform®
We don’t just back diverse teams. We help founders build inclusive, high-performing organizations. By investing across geographies, industries, and talent, we ensure groundbreaking ideas emerge from every corner of the Commonwealth.
In 2024…
75%
Of investments were in diverse founding teams.
75%
Of investments were in diverse founding teams.
75%
Of investments were in diverse founding teams.
55%
Of investments were in startups outside Boston and Cambridge.
55%
Of investments were in startups outside Boston and Cambridge.
55%
Of investments were in startups outside Boston and Cambridge.
$7M+
Awarded to underrepresented founders and underserved geographies through our programs.
$7M+
Awarded to underrepresented founders and underserved geographies through our programs.
$7M+
Awarded to underrepresented founders and underserved geographies through our programs.
Programs
Funding & fostering innovation through proven programs
Tools for Success
Mentorship & Strategic Guidance
Our team of experienced investors, founders, and industry experts work closely with entrepreneurs to provide:
Tailored advice: Practical, hands-on guidance to tackle challenges.
Industry insights: Expertise across deep tech, commercialization strategies, and scaling operations.
Key connections: Access to our network of partners, investors, and peers who can accelerate your success.
With decades of experience and a track record of success, we’re here to help you turn bold ideas into thriving businesses.
Our team of experienced investors, founders, and industry experts work closely with entrepreneurs to provide:
Tailored advice: Practical, hands-on guidance to tackle challenges.
Industry insights: Expertise across deep tech, commercialization strategies, and scaling operations.
Key connections: Access to our network of partners, investors, and peers who can accelerate your success.
With decades of experience and a track record of success, we’re here to help you turn bold ideas into thriving businesses.
Our team of experienced investors, founders, and industry experts work closely with entrepreneurs to provide:
Tailored advice: Practical, hands-on guidance to tackle challenges.
Industry insights: Expertise across deep tech, commercialization strategies, and scaling operations.
Key connections: Access to our network of partners, investors, and peers who can accelerate your success.
With decades of experience and a track record of success, we’re here to help you turn bold ideas into thriving businesses.
Testimonials
What founders are saying about partnering with us…
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Since our incorporation in 2019, Aeroshield has taken advantage of the Catalyst grant program, InnovateMass, the START grant program, and equity investment at critical stages in our company growth. The capital resources have allowed us to achieve exciting technical and market goals while working with the dedicated MassVentures team has helped us grow our vision for sustainable materials. Especially as a female CEO of a manufacturing startup, it can be hard to find compassionate advice and help; the team at MassVentures has provided that support when my team or I needed it.”
Elise Strobach
Cofounder & CEO, Aeroshield
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Since our incorporation in 2019, Aeroshield has taken advantage of the Catalyst grant program, InnovateMass, the START grant program, and equity investment at critical stages in our company growth. The capital resources have allowed us to achieve exciting technical and market goals while working with the dedicated MassVentures team has helped us grow our vision for sustainable materials. Especially as a female CEO of a manufacturing startup, it can be hard to find compassionate advice and help; the team at MassVentures has provided that support when my team or I needed it.”
Elise Strobach
Cofounder & CEO, Aeroshield
“
Since our incorporation in 2019, Aeroshield has taken advantage of the Catalyst grant program, InnovateMass, the START grant program, and equity investment at critical stages in our company growth. The capital resources have allowed us to achieve exciting technical and market goals while working with the dedicated MassVentures team has helped us grow our vision for sustainable materials. Especially as a female CEO of a manufacturing startup, it can be hard to find compassionate advice and help; the team at MassVentures has provided that support when my team or I needed it.”
Elise Strobach
Cofounder & CEO, Aeroshield
“
MassVentures has been an invaluable partner to us. Their commitment, expertise, and support have not only catalyzed our growth, but have also greatly enriched the Massachusetts Innovation Ecosystem. In an industry that's pivotal for our future, having steadfast supporters like MassVentures is essential. Their drive to expand both non-dilutive and dilutive investments speaks volumes about their dedication to nurturing startups and fostering innovation. They truly exemplify what it means to go above and beyond in supporting startups.”
Daniel Pelaez
Cofounder & CEO, Cyvl
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MassVentures has been an invaluable partner to us. Their commitment, expertise, and support have not only catalyzed our growth, but have also greatly enriched the Massachusetts Innovation Ecosystem. In an industry that's pivotal for our future, having steadfast supporters like MassVentures is essential. Their drive to expand both non-dilutive and dilutive investments speaks volumes about their dedication to nurturing startups and fostering innovation. They truly exemplify what it means to go above and beyond in supporting startups.”
Daniel Pelaez
Cofounder & CEO, Cyvl
“
MassVentures has been an invaluable partner to us. Their commitment, expertise, and support have not only catalyzed our growth, but have also greatly enriched the Massachusetts Innovation Ecosystem. In an industry that's pivotal for our future, having steadfast supporters like MassVentures is essential. Their drive to expand both non-dilutive and dilutive investments speaks volumes about their dedication to nurturing startups and fostering innovation. They truly exemplify what it means to go above and beyond in supporting startups.”
Daniel Pelaez
Cofounder & CEO, Cyvl
“
MassVentures has been a central partner to Aclarity providing dilutive and non-dilutive capital, access to resources in and out of the region, and support as we commercialize our complex, deep tech product in the field. Notably, MassVentures accelerated our Series A fundraise as the first organization to commit funding, propelling others to do the same. The MassVentures team continues to offer their deep expertise in growing startup organizations drawing from each individuals' backgrounds with support and encouragement.”
Julie Bliss Mullen
Founder & CEO, Aclarity
“
MassVentures has been a central partner to Aclarity providing dilutive and non-dilutive capital, access to resources in and out of the region, and support as we commercialize our complex, deep tech product in the field. Notably, MassVentures accelerated our Series A fundraise as the first organization to commit funding, propelling others to do the same. The MassVentures team continues to offer their deep expertise in growing startup organizations drawing from each individuals' backgrounds with support and encouragement.”
Julie Bliss Mullen
Founder & CEO, Aclarity
“
MassVentures has been a central partner to Aclarity providing dilutive and non-dilutive capital, access to resources in and out of the region, and support as we commercialize our complex, deep tech product in the field. Notably, MassVentures accelerated our Series A fundraise as the first organization to commit funding, propelling others to do the same. The MassVentures team continues to offer their deep expertise in growing startup organizations drawing from each individuals' backgrounds with support and encouragement.”
Julie Bliss Mullen
Founder & CEO, Aclarity
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Ginkgo wouldn't be here without the capital from the START program.”
Jason Kelly
Cofounder, Ginkgo Bioworks
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Ginkgo wouldn't be here without the capital from the START program.”
Jason Kelly
Cofounder, Ginkgo Bioworks
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Ginkgo wouldn't be here without the capital from the START program.”
Jason Kelly
Cofounder, Ginkgo Bioworks
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MassVentures has been instrumental in our path towards commercialization, offering not only venture funding, but also invaluable mentorship, strategic guidance, and key industry connections. Their counsel at crucial junctures has made a significant impact, and they have been a trusted partner throughout our journey. We deeply appreciate the support they have given Concerto Biosciences and their ongoing contributions to the Massachusetts startup community.”
Cheri Ackerman
Cofounder & CEO, Concerto Biosciences
“
MassVentures has been instrumental in our path towards commercialization, offering not only venture funding, but also invaluable mentorship, strategic guidance, and key industry connections. Their counsel at crucial junctures has made a significant impact, and they have been a trusted partner throughout our journey. We deeply appreciate the support they have given Concerto Biosciences and their ongoing contributions to the Massachusetts startup community.”
Cheri Ackerman
Cofounder & CEO, Concerto Biosciences
“
MassVentures has been instrumental in our path towards commercialization, offering not only venture funding, but also invaluable mentorship, strategic guidance, and key industry connections. Their counsel at crucial junctures has made a significant impact, and they have been a trusted partner throughout our journey. We deeply appreciate the support they have given Concerto Biosciences and their ongoing contributions to the Massachusetts startup community.”
Cheri Ackerman
Cofounder & CEO, Concerto Biosciences
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MassVentures has been a key partner in Atlantic Quantum's development, especially in nurturing deep tech innovations that require time to mature. Their funding and network of expertise have been key in developing industry-defining technologies, such as quantum computing, underscoring their commitment to long-term innovation in Massachusetts. We value their role in helping bring our transformative technologies to market.”
Bharath Kannan
Cofounder & CEO, Atlantic Quantum
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MassVentures has been a key partner in Atlantic Quantum's development, especially in nurturing deep tech innovations that require time to mature. Their funding and network of expertise have been key in developing industry-defining technologies, such as quantum computing, underscoring their commitment to long-term innovation in Massachusetts. We value their role in helping bring our transformative technologies to market.”
Bharath Kannan
Cofounder & CEO, Atlantic Quantum
“
MassVentures has been a key partner in Atlantic Quantum's development, especially in nurturing deep tech innovations that require time to mature. Their funding and network of expertise have been key in developing industry-defining technologies, such as quantum computing, underscoring their commitment to long-term innovation in Massachusetts. We value their role in helping bring our transformative technologies to market.”
Bharath Kannan
Cofounder & CEO, Atlantic Quantum
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The grants and support provided by MassVentures were key to our early pilot success, which has been the spring board for Ascend's future success.”
Eric Gratz
Cofounder, Ascend Elements
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The grants and support provided by MassVentures were key to our early pilot success, which has been the spring board for Ascend's future success.”
Eric Gratz
Cofounder, Ascend Elements
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The grants and support provided by MassVentures were key to our early pilot success, which has been the spring board for Ascend's future success.”
Eric Gratz
Cofounder, Ascend Elements
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Emvolon is truly grateful to collaborate with MassVentures. Much more than just capital, MassVentures has been very helpful in providing us with connections to other investors and entrepreneurs as well as bringing federal and state funding opportunities to our attention. Furthermore, they have facilitated interactions with both state officials and experts to help us explore financial growth opportunities in the Commonwealth. It is a pleasure working with them.”
Emmanuel Kasseris
Cofounder & CEO, Emvolon
“
Emvolon is truly grateful to collaborate with MassVentures. Much more than just capital, MassVentures has been very helpful in providing us with connections to other investors and entrepreneurs as well as bringing federal and state funding opportunities to our attention. Furthermore, they have facilitated interactions with both state officials and experts to help us explore financial growth opportunities in the Commonwealth. It is a pleasure working with them.”
Emmanuel Kasseris
Cofounder & CEO, Emvolon
“
Emvolon is truly grateful to collaborate with MassVentures. Much more than just capital, MassVentures has been very helpful in providing us with connections to other investors and entrepreneurs as well as bringing federal and state funding opportunities to our attention. Furthermore, they have facilitated interactions with both state officials and experts to help us explore financial growth opportunities in the Commonwealth. It is a pleasure working with them.”
Emmanuel Kasseris
Cofounder & CEO, Emvolon
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