Welcome to Launch NY.
Launch NY is a nonprofit venture development organization in Upstate New York. We provide pro bono mentoring and access to risk capital for high-growth startups.
Are you ready to launch?
We support entrepreneurs
Are you ready to live your best startup life? We’ll help you make connections, demonstrate a proof of concept, and go to market.


We empower investors.
Doing good and doing well don’t have to be mutually exclusive. We’ll help you give back to your community and generate returns at the same time.
We connect supporters.
Not all heroes wear capes—some write checks. We’ll help you donate funds that support the entrepreneurial ecosystem in your community.

Countless resources. One network.
As your partners in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, we’re here for you—and so are our partners. As one of the most active seed funds in New York State we can help you gain traction and connect you with resources near and far.
Launch forth and prosper.
Get to know Launch NY, companies we support, and our impact.

Meet the team.

View portfolio companies.
