Funding

Funding

Hitachi's JR Automation to open new global HQ in Michigan

Michigan to host the nation’s richest state-based startup pitch comp

Michigan’s Swept AI raises $1.4 million for AI safety

Ohio VC Fest doubles down with regional round for $1m prize

Ohio startup Lighthouse Avionics wins Accelerator place

Chicago's Ocra raises $5m to accelerate AI‑led parking

NSF awards $15 million to University of Illinois lab

City of Detroit launches Startup Fund

Fundraising Q2, 2025: Wisconsin

Fundraising Q2, 2025: Illinois

Fundraising Q2, 2025: Ohio

Fundraising Q2, 2025: Indiana

Fundraising Q2, 2025: Michigan

Mastercraft Ventures raises $6.2m to boost early-stage startups across Wisconsin

Fundraising Q2, 2025: Minnesota

Propel People Raises $3 Million to Speed Up Skilled Trades Hiring

Illinois commits $7 million to modernize tech incubators and boost innovation

APFusion Raises $6.5M to Digitize Auto Salvage

Woodchuck raises $3.7m for waste-to-energy technology

Centrepolis Make It in Michigan grant deadline extended

Chicago and Indiana startups lead with $25,000 AgriNovus Velocity awards

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