Updated: June 13, 2026
Alumni startups
5
Total investments
7
About the program
Program type
Investment stage
Investment focus areas
Description
WARF Ventures provides seed and growth funding to early-stage startups that are commercializing the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Morgridge Institute for Research technologies. Our strong connections to local, regional, and national venture capital communities mean WARF Ventures can help portfolio companies access additional support, reach early milestones, and attract follow-on investments.
Location
Investment offer
Can lead rounds
Yes
Lead preference
Sometimes
Funding requirements
We invest in early-stage startups that commercialize university research.