Startup Funding Database 2024

The world's most comprehensive startup funding database with 25,000+ funding sources. Find VCs, angels, accelerators, grants, and alternative funding for every stage and industry.

Free Access25,000+ Sources15 Funding TypesGlobal Coverage

Startup Funding Database Statistics (as of October 2025)

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Equity Funding

Investment in exchange for ownership stake

Venture Capital

12,000+
Typical Amount:$1M-$100M+
Best For:Seed to Growth

Angel Investors

8,500+
Typical Amount:$25K-$500K
Best For:Pre-seed to Seed

Angel Groups

1,200+
Typical Amount:$100K-$2M
Best For:Seed to Series A

Family Offices

600+
Typical Amount:$500K-$50M
Best For:Series A to Growth

Corporate VCs

800+
Typical Amount:$1M-$25M
Best For:Series A to Growth

Non-Dilutive Funding

Funding that doesn't require equity

Government Grants

1,800+
Typical Amount:$50K-$5M
Best For:All Stages

Revenue-Based Financing

350+
Typical Amount:$100K-$10M
Best For:Revenue Generating

Debt Financing

250+
Typical Amount:$50K-$20M
Best For:Revenue Generating

Competitions & Prizes

400+
Typical Amount:$10K-$1M
Best For:All Stages

Innovation Challenges

200+
Typical Amount:$25K-$500K
Best For:Early Stage

Program-Based Funding

Funding with mentorship and support

Accelerators

1,500+
Typical Amount:$100K-$500K
Best For:Pre-seed to Seed

Incubators

700+
Typical Amount:$50K-$250K
Best For:Pre-seed

Corporate Programs

400+
Typical Amount:$100K-$1M
Best For:Seed to Series A

University Programs

300+
Typical Amount:$25K-$500K
Best For:Pre-seed to Seed

Demo Days

200+
Typical Amount:$100K-$2M
Best For:Seed

Alternative Funding

Non-traditional funding approaches

Crowdfunding Platforms

400+
Typical Amount:$10K-$5M
Best For:Pre-seed to Series A

Peer-to-Peer Lending

150+
Typical Amount:$25K-$2M
Best For:Revenue Generating

Asset-Based Lending

100+
Typical Amount:$100K-$10M
Best For:Established

Invoice Factoring

80+
Typical Amount:$50K-$5M
Best For:Revenue Generating

Equipment Financing

120+
Typical Amount:$25K-$2M
Best For:All Stages

Database Features & Tools

Advanced Search

Filter by stage, industry, geography, and funding type

Smart Matching

AI-powered recommendations based on your profile

Application Tracking

Track applications, deadlines, and responses

Deadline Alerts

Never miss funding opportunities or application deadlines

Your Funding Journey Roadmap

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Pre-Seed Stage

Focus: Personal savings, friends & family, grants, competitions, early accelerators

Typical range: $10K - $250K

2

Seed Stage

Focus: Angel investors, micro VCs, seed funds, top accelerators, SBIR grants

Typical range: $250K - $3M

3

Series A

Focus: Traditional VCs, corporate VCs, strategic investors, revenue-based financing

Typical range: $3M - $15M

4

Growth Stage

Focus: Growth VCs, late-stage funds, family offices, debt financing, public markets

Typical range: $15M+

?Startup Funding Database FAQs

What types of funding sources are included in the database?

Our comprehensive startup funding database includes venture capital funds (12,000+), angel investors and angel groups (8,500+), startup accelerators and incubators (2,200+), government grants and programs (1,800+), corporate VCs and strategic investors (800+), family offices (600+), crowdfunding platforms (400+), revenue-based financing providers (350+), debt financing sources (250+), and alternative funding options like competitions, prizes, and innovation challenges.

How do I find funding sources specific to my startup's stage and industry?

Use our advanced filtering system to narrow down funding sources by investment stage (pre-seed to growth), industry vertical (100+ categories), geographic focus, funding amount ranges, and funding type. You can also filter by specific criteria like diversity focus, first-time founder programs, university spin-out specialists, or revenue requirements. Our smart matching algorithm suggests the most relevant funding sources based on your startup profile.

What information is provided for each funding source?

Each funding source profile includes contact information (emails, phone numbers, application portals), investment criteria (stages, industries, geographies, check sizes), application requirements and deadlines, recent investments and portfolio companies, key decision makers and team members, success rates and selection criteria, typical timeline from application to funding, and any special requirements or focus areas like diversity, sustainability, or social impact.

How accurate and current is the funding data?

We maintain high data accuracy through continuous verification processes. Investment criteria are updated monthly, contact information is verified quarterly, and new funding announcements are added daily. We track fund launches, closures, personnel changes, and investment activity across 1,000+ data sources including SEC filings, press releases, fund websites, and direct verification with funding sources.

Can I track application deadlines and funding cycles?

Yes, our database includes comprehensive deadline tracking for time-sensitive opportunities like accelerator applications, grant submissions, and competition deadlines. You can set up personalized alerts for upcoming deadlines relevant to your startup, view funding calendars by month or quarter, and access historical data on application cycles to plan your funding strategy effectively.

Do you provide guidance on which funding sources to prioritize?

Our platform includes funding strategy recommendations based on your startup stage, industry, traction metrics, and funding goals. We provide priority scoring for funding sources based on fit, success probability, and timeline. You can also access case studies of successful funding journeys, benchmark your startup against funded companies, and receive personalized funding roadmaps.

Is there support for international startups seeking funding?

Absolutely. Our database has extensive international coverage with funding sources from 200+ countries. We include detailed information on cross-border investment policies, visa requirements for funded founders, local incorporation requirements, and currency preferences. Special focus areas include US funding for international startups, European cross-border investing, and emerging market funding opportunities.

How does this compare to other funding databases?

Our startup funding database is the most comprehensive available, combining multiple funding types that other platforms treat separately. We offer free access to basic profiles while competitors charge $200-500 monthly, provide more frequent updates, include smaller and emerging funding sources often missed by others, and offer integrated application tracking and deadline management tools.