We Are Michigan Founders Fund

A network of high-growth founders committed to fellowship, culture, and funding solutions that uplift communities across the state we live and operate.

Meet Our Members

Our Mission

We want to drive the growth of diverse, equitable, inclusive, successful startups and advance civic leadership in Michigan.

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Founders for Founders

Founders and VCs who help one another in the growth of their companies.

Founders for Community

Members that give where they live and are active in communities across Michigan.

Why Join Michigan Founders Fund

Early founders

Connect with founders across Michigan.
Learn from founders who have been there before.
Get connected to VCs and resources to scale faster.

Experienced founders

Share your experience to help early founders.
Gain access to advisory and board options.
Help grow Michigan’s startup ecosystem.

Venture capitalists

Transform carry into community prosperity.
Connect with founders growing great companies.
Help grow inclusive, equitable startups.

Hear from Some of Our Founders

Why I joined: Joining Michigan Founders Fund was a strategic move for TRS, offering us vital access to a dynamic network of resources, funding, and expertise, while allowing us to contribute our unique insights and solutions to tackle recidivism and foster positive community impact.

Katy Kelly
FOUNDER
Total Reentry Solutions

Why I joined: I was looking to connect with like-minded entrepreneurs as I launched my own tech startup. I’m using my experiences here to promote STEM education and Michigan mobility innovation.

Dan Champoux
FOUNDER
GEKOT Robotics

Why I joined: We are excited about the potential for growth and collaboration that the community of founders at MFF provides, and want to share our own experiences with the network.

Deirdre Roberson
CO-FOUNDER
The Lab Drawer