A venture capital fund dedicated to bridging the gap between campus innovation to corporate success.
in pre-seed funding for each student startup
portfolio companies and counting
We exclusively support startups founded by students & alumni
Highly-vetted investments from institutional managers
We believe that universities are powerhouses of fresh ideas ready to change the world. We’re here to support students and alumni with funding and advice, helping to turn dreams into businesses.
We turn student and alumni ideas into successful businesses by providing the starting funds and help they need to bring their academic ideas to the market.
We help student founders learn from experienced businesspeople to guide them on their startup path with knowledge and confidence.
We invest in all kinds of smart ideas, from tech to eco-friendly projects, to bring many different innovative solutions to life. Explore diversity today.
At 1840 Ventures, we believe that the next big companies will start at universities. Here are the main points of our investment plan:
We invest in ventures that leverage the knowledge and creativity emerging from academic institutions. We believe that the nexus of academia and entrepreneurship is where groundbreaking ideas are born and executed.
We exclusively support startups founded and led by current college students and alumni. We consider this demographic to be a wellspring of untapped potential.
Our investments span across a diverse array of sectors, from technology and healthcare to sustainable solutions, consumer products, and beyond. Innovation knows no bounds.
Beyond capital, we offer invaluable mentorship and guidance to our portfolio companies. We connect founders with experienced mentors, opening doors to expertise, networks, and exclusive industry insights.
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At 1840 Ventures, our goal is more than financial success; it’s about inspiring a new generation in schools to innovate and start businesses. Here’s what success looks like to us:
To create a robust community of student entrepreneurs who can bring their visions to the global stage.
To introduce new solutions to the market that solve pressing challenges and open up new opportunities.
To back ventures that redefine industries, setting new standards, creating waves of change, and more.
To create a supportive environment that connects academia and industry, helping entrepreneurial talent grow.
To create sustainable economic growth by empowering the next generation of successful entrepreneurs.
To drive the progress and change of cutting-edge and revolutionary ideas that can redefine and shape the future.
Are you an Investor?
We’re committed to empowering visionary entrepreneurs and investors to shape the future of business and innovation. Partner with us for a transformative journey.
We accelerate your startup journey with comprehensive mentorship, strategic resources, and tailored funding to scale your vision.
We provide investors with curated opportunities in early-stage ventures, offering support and building relationships to realize potential.
5440 W. 110th St
Building 2, Suite 300
Overland Park, KS 66211