About Launch NY
Launch NY is a 501(c)3 venture development organization and U.S. Treasury-designated Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) supporting high-growth potential startup businesses across 36 counties of Upstate NY.
#1
Most Active NYS Seed Fund
1,800+
Companies Mentored
9,600+
Jobs Supported
39x
Follow-On Company Funding
Our Mission
As a nonprofit venture development organization, startup mentorship and capital access are at the core of all we do.
Our Entrepreneurs-in-Residence provide free, hands-on pro bono mentorship augmented by a national network of 400,000+ experts. Using the Business Model Canvas and hybrid support, we help startups become investment-ready for funding from Launch NY and beyond.
Launch NY’s investment team helps mentored startups access our InvestLocal Financing programs and Investor Network, while also guiding them to additional funding sources to support growth.
Launch NY connects startups with hundreds of ecosystem partners through our Resource Navigator and ongoing collaboration, streamlining access to resources and reducing duplication along the entrepreneurial journey.
Our Team
Launch NY’s team brings together years of experience in entrepreneurship, investment, and startup support. From our Entrepreneurs-in-Residence to our leadership and team, we work closely with founders to provide guidance, connections, and resources that help startups grow and succeed.
Where We Work
From Buffalo to Albany, Launch NY connects startups with mentorship, funding, and resources wherever they’re growing. With headquarters in Buffalo and partner sites in Rochester, Ithaca, Syracuse, Binghamton, and Albany, we help entrepreneurs turn ideas into scalable businesses.
What We Do
Launch NY brings together startups, investors, and mentors to foster connections across the state. Founders and investors alike can explore ideas, share experiences, and engage with a broader network of peers and industry participants.
Launch NY connects startups with mentors, investors, and peers, offering guidance and opportunities to engage with New York’s entrepreneurial community. Launch your startup with Launch NY.
We streamline your access to high-potential, high-growth startup investment opportunities in Upstate NY. See our InvestLocal programs to learn more.
Philanthropy
We have been fortunate to be supported by numerous funders who share our mission of building a new economy in our region. Launch NY offers flexible options for organizations to support the services, programs, and communities of your choice.
