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Arch Grants disrupted the status quo of economic development in 2012 with a mission to transform the economy – in St. Louis and throughout the world – by attracting and retaining extraordinary entrepreneurs. Through our unique and groundbreaking Global Startup Competition model, we provide $50,000 equity-free grants and access to an ecosystem of resources, helping early-stage startups grow and scale. Arch Grants’ program is a beacon for entrepreneurs globally, developing the next generation of employers, civic leaders, and philanthropists for the St. Louis region. Join us.
Overview
Location
United States, Missouri, Saint Louis
Employees
1-10
Founded date
2011
Investment Stage
Pre-Seed; Seed; Series A
Funds raised 3
| Date | Fund size | Stage | Announcement |
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| Feb 22, 2019 | $50K | ||
| Feb 21, 2012 | $2.5M | Arch Grants Raises $2.5M To Turn St. Louis Into A Startup Hub; Square Co-founder Signs On |
Mentions in press and media 26
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| Jan 22, 2019 | Here are 12 challenges and competitions African tech startups can enter in 2019 | Looking for funding, incubation, corporate partnerships or maybe even media exposure? Then why not enter an innovation challenge or startup competition. With an increasing number of such challenges and competitions on offer, Ventureburn has... |
| Jan 22, 2019 | Here are 12 challenges and competitions African tech startups can enter in 2019 | Looking for funding, incubation, corporate partnerships or maybe even media exposure? Then why not enter an innovation challenge or startup competition. With an increasing number of such challenges and competitions on offer, Ventureburn ha... |
| Jan 11, 2018 | How venture philanthropy can revitalize the Heartland | We are excited to bring Transform 2022 back in-person July 19 and virtually July 20 - 28. Join AI and data leaders for insightful talks and exciting networking opportunities. Register today! If there’s one thing we can agree on, it’s that n... |
| Jan 11, 2018 | How venture philanthropy can revitalize the Heartland | If there’s one thing we can agree on, it’s that nobody agrees on how to create economic growth. That shouldn’t be surprising — successful and sustainable economic development is a monumental challenge. In St. Louis, we’ve primarily used pub... |
| Nov 2, 2017 | Why I moved my company from New York City to St. Louis | Boundless recently moved its headquarters from New York to St. Louis, and we couldn’t be more excited. Some of the reasons for moving our five-year-old company are unique to our business, but others reflect St. Louis’ surprising uptick in e... |
| Nov 2, 2017 | Is St. Louis the Silicon Valley of Agtech? | St. Louis has worked hard to be a magnet for Fortune 500 companies. Nine members of this elite class call the city home, not the least of which is multinational agricultural giant Monsanto. Walmart has more than 20,000 employees in St. Loui... |
| Nov 2, 2017 | Why I moved my company from New York City to St. Louis | We are excited to bring Transform 2022 back in-person July 19 and virtually July 20 - 28. Join AI and data leaders for insightful talks and exciting networking opportunities. Register today! Boundless recently moved its headquarters from Ne... |
| Oct 24, 2017 | What I learned about building a successful startup hub from visiting 12 cities in 12 weeks | We are excited to bring Transform 2022 back in-person July 19 and virtually July 20 - 28. Join AI and data leaders for insightful talks and exciting networking opportunities. Register today! The city or area you live in is a bubble. It has ... |
| Oct 24, 2017 | What I learned about building a successful startup hub from visiting 12 cities in 12 weeks | The city or area you live in is a bubble. It has a uniqueness to the people, culture, and opportunities. I have spent the entirety of my life living within the bubble of the Midwest, specifically growing up in Central Illinois and then bein... |
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FAQ about Arch Grants
When was Arch Grants founded?
Arch Grants was founded in 2011.
What funds has Arch Grants raised?
Arch Grants has announced 3 funds on Parsers VC, among them a $50K fund on Feb 22, 2019 and a $2.5M fund on Feb 21, 2012.
What has the press written about Arch Grants?
Parsers VC has collected 26 articles mentioning Arch Grants, among them “Here are 12 challenges and competitions African tech startups can enter in 2019” (Jan 22, 2019) and “Here are 12 challenges and competitions African tech startups can enter in 2019” (Jan 22, 2019).
Is Arch Grants still active?
Yes, Arch Grants is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Aug 17, 2026.