North Coast Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in promising B2B SaaS startups in the Midwest, with a focus on backing superstar teams solving big problems and companies with demonstrated commercial traction.

The Ohio New Markets Tax Credit program provides an incentive for investors to fund businesses in low-income communities. These "new markets" are traditionally underserved by private sector capital. This lack of capital stifles entrepreneurs and impedes growth, despite promising opportunities for investment and business expansion.

The Ohio Capital Fund ("TOCF") is a "fund of funds" investing in venture capital funds that have targeted Ohio early stage companies as part of their investment strategy. Criteria for fund selection include performance potential, portfolio composition and commitment to invest into seed and/or early stage companies located in Ohio. All selected funds undergo an extensive review and diligence process.

Impact Angel Fund East Central Ohio is a venture capital fund that invests in early-stage technology companies across Ohio, backed by over 30 private investors and matching funds from the Ohio Third Frontier Program.

The State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) of Ohio is a program funded by the U.S. Department of Treasury to support small businesses across the state, with a focus on providing capital and technical assistance to socially and economically disadvantaged individuals and very small businesses.

The Ohio Technology Validation and Start-Up Fund is a state initiative that provides financing and resources to support the growth and development of technology-based startups and early-stage companies in Ohio, with the goal of fostering innovation and economic development.

The Ohio Venture Fund provides capital to investment funds that invest in early-stage, tech-based companies in Ohio, aiming to stimulate economic growth and innovation in the state.

The Starting Your Business in Ohio Guide is a resource designed to assist entrepreneurs in navigating the complexities of launching a business in Ohio.

The NSF Seed Fund for Biological Technologies provides up to \$2 million in seed funding for innovative small businesses in the U.S. focused on developing transformative biological technologies, with no equity taken.

January Ventures is a pre-seed venture capital firm that invests in outlier founders transforming traditional industries, regardless of their backgrounds. The firm has a diverse portfolio and provides hands-on support to help its founders succeed.

The Geauga County Department of Community and Economic Development is a government agency focused on fostering economic growth and development in the vibrant communities of Geauga County, Ohio. It administers loan programs, secures grant funding, and provides resources and guidance to support local businesses and drive community revitalization.

TechGrowth Ohio is a public-private partnership that helps identify and nurture high-growth, high-potential tech startups in Southeast Ohio. They provide entrepreneurs with resources, expertise and support to help them succeed.

The Northeast Ohio Startup Network is a connected group of entrepreneurial support organizations delivering the resources tech-based entrepreneurs need most: capital, space, advice and connections.

The NSF SBIR for Cybersecurity and Authentication provides up to \$2 million in funding to innovative startups developing novel technologies in data security, integrity, and user/device authentication, with the goal of helping these companies advance their research, development, and commercialization efforts.

The University of Akron I-Corps program empowers faculty, students, and community entrepreneurs to validate their business ideas through intensive customer discovery and mentorship, fostering innovation and startup growth in Northeast Ohio.

The William T. and Rita Fitzgerald Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies at the University of Akron fosters entrepreneurship through education, experiential learning, and community engagement, aiming to enhance the entrepreneurial spirit and support business development.

Village Capital is a nonprofit organization that aims to support impact-driven, seed-stage startups tackling global challenges. It runs accelerator programs worldwide, providing entrepreneurs with mentorship, tools, and investment readiness programs. Village Capital partners with corporations, investors, and entrepreneur support organizations to channel capital towards diverse and impactful businesses. With a global network of over 10,000 mentors and 1,400 entrepreneurs from over 40 countries, the organization works to democratize entrepreneurship by backing underrepresented founders, including women and entrepreneurs of color, who are often overlooked by traditional venture capital. Its mission is to unlock capital for innovative solutions addressing social, economic, and environmental problems.

Evergreen Climate Innovations is a non-profit organization that supports entrepreneurs and startups working on climate technologies. They provide seed investments, hands-on support, and connections to investors and other collaborators to help these companies succeed.

The JobsOhio Growth Fund Loan provides capital for expansion projects to companies that have limited access to capital and funding from conventional, private sources of financing.

The Northeast Ohio Student Venture Fund (NEOSVF) provides early-stage investment opportunities for local startups while offering university students hands-on experience in venture capital and investment processes.