Startup Funding in Massachusetts

Discover 50+ active venture capital funds in Massachusetts. Find the right investors for your startup.

50
Active VC Funds
$InfinityB
Median Check Size
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Recent Filings (90d)
$InfinityB
Total AUM

Massachusetts Venture Capital Landscape

Ecosystem Overview

Massachusetts ranks #4 globally for startup ecosystem strength, with over 5,200 active startups and15 unicorn companies.

The state has seen 52 successful exits in the past 12 months, demonstrating strong investor confidence and market maturity.

Top Investment Sectors

BiotechArtificial IntelligenceHealthcare

Market Insights

Investment Climate

Research-driven ecosystem with world-class universities and deep biotech expertise

Funding Trends

Strong biotech and AI focus with university research partnerships

Emerging Opportunities

Precision MedicineAI Drug DiscoveryDigital Therapeutics

VC Funds Directory

seed$1M - $200MPooled Investment Fund
Verified
multi-stage$100K - $25MPooled Investment Fund
Verified
growth$1M - $100MPooled Investment Fund
Verified
growth$1M - $100MPooled Investment Fund
CCS Growth Partners
WINCHESTER, MA
Verified
growth$1M - $100MPooled Investment Fund
Founders Fund
MIDDLESEX, MA
Verified
multi-stage$500K - $20MOther
Curie Bio Seed
CAMBRIDGE, MA
seed$500K-$2MPooled Investment Fund
ECHOVC SEED
CAMBRIDGE, MA
seed$1MPooled Investment Fund
Venture Guides
BOSTON, MA
series-a$1M-$5MPooled Investment Fund
series-a$5M-$15MPooled Investment Fund
series-a$203MPooled Investment Fund
series-a$200MPooled Investment Fund
Pillar IV-A
BOSTON, MA
series-a$175MPooled Investment Fund
Pillar IV-B
BOSTON, MA
series-a$175MPooled Investment Fund
T.Rx Capital
Boston, MA
series-a$175MPooled Investment Fund
Seae Ventures
BOSTON, MA
series-a$150MPooled Investment Fund
series-a$150MPooled Investment Fund
series-a$125MPooled Investment Fund
series-a$120MPooled Investment Fund
Baukunst
Cambridge, MA
series-a$100MPooled Investment Fund
Causeway Partners
CAMBRIDGE, MA
series-a$100MPooled Investment Fund
Floating Point
CAMBRIDGE, MA
series-a$100MPooled Investment Fund
RW3 Ventures
BOSTON, MA
series-a$100MPooled Investment Fund
Founder Collective
CAMBRIDGE, MA
series-a$95MPooled Investment Fund
series-a$70MPooled Investment Fund
series-a$65MPooled Investment Fund
G20 Ventures
BOSTON, MA
series-a$60MPooled Investment Fund
Underscore.VC
BOSTON, MA
series-a$58MPooled Investment Fund
Waterline Ventures
CAMBRIDGE, MA
seed$50MPooled Investment Fund
seed$50MPooled Investment Fund
GPVC
BOSTON, MA
seed$50MPooled Investment Fund
Converge
CAMBRIDGE, MA
seed$50MPooled Investment Fund
Aligned
BOSTON, MA
seed$40MPooled Investment Fund
seed$30MPooled Investment Fund
seed$20MPooled Investment Fund
Altimeter Atlas
BOSTON, MA
seed$20MPooled Investment Fund
seed$16MPooled Investment Fund
pre-seed$7MPooled Investment Fund
series-a$75MPooled Investment Fund
VXI Capital
SOMERVILLE, MA
series-a$75MPooled Investment Fund
Argon Ventures
Concord, MA
seed$36MPooled Investment Fund
pre-seed$3MPooled Investment Fund
multi-stage$100K - $25MPooled Investment Fund
multi-stage$100K - $25MPooled Investment Fund
pre-seed$6MPooled Investment Fund
pre-seed$5MPooled Investment Fund
pre-seed$2MPooled Investment Fund
multi-stage$100K - $25MPooled Investment Fund
multi-stage$500K - $20MPooled Investment Fund
multi-stage$100K - $25MPooled Investment Fund

How to Approach Massachusetts VCs

1. Research & Targeting

  • • Review recent portfolio companies and investment thesis
  • • Analyze check sizes and stage preferences
  • • Look for sector-specific expertise and connections
  • • Check partner backgrounds and interests

2. Warm Introductions

  • • Leverage portfolio company founders for introductions
  • • Connect through accelerator programs and events
  • • Use LinkedIn and mutual connections effectively
  • • Attend Massachusetts startup and investor meetups

3. Pitch Preparation

  • • Tailor your pitch to the fund's investment criteria
  • • Highlight local market opportunities and advantages
  • • Prepare detailed financial projections and metrics
  • • Show clear path to next funding milestones

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the average check size for Massachusetts VC funds?

Massachusetts VC funds typically invest between $InfinityB per round, with early-stage funds focusing on $500K-$2M seed rounds and growth funds writing checks of $10M+. The median check size is $InfinityB.

How long does the fundraising process typically take?

Most Massachusetts startups take 3-6 months to close their funding round, from initial outreach to signed term sheet. This includes 2-4 weeks for initial meetings, 4-8 weeks for due diligence, and 2-4 weeks for legal documentation.