Anchor Up Ventures
Anchor Up Ventures accelerates the growth and success of Michigan-based technology startups through early-stage investment. Managed by Grand Valley Research Corporation, with foundational funding from the Michigan Strategic Fund, Anchor Up Ventures provides a financial boost to founders and key connections to academic resources to help them accomplish next commercial steps.
State Funding Managed by
Anchor Up Ventures is an evergreen, early-stage investment fund missioned to fuel scalable high-tech start-up companies to strengthen Michigan’s economy.
$1.6 Million
New investment capital under management
Michigan Based
Equity investments in Michigan-based companies
Our Goal
To foster innovation and strengthen Michigan's innovation ecosystem
Anchor Up Ventures focuses on three pillars of investment.
Michigan-First, founder-friendly
Clear path to revenue and scale
Co-invest alongside a qualified lead
If your company meets our investment criteria, please contact us!
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