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 Startup Competition model, we provide up to $100,000 in 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.
Since Arch Grants Global Startup Competition was launched in 2012, we have awarded $16.9 million in grants to roughly 250 unique and innovative companies. Our portfolio companies have cumulatively created over 3,730 jobs in the St. Louis region, generated $922.7 million in revenue, and attracted over $731 million in follow-on capital.
We're building a movement of radical solutionists in St. Louis and we invite you to join us. Our work is only possible through the generous support of the local St. Louis community, which has provided over 90% of our funding since inception. Now, more than ever, we need innovative and solution-focused entrepreneurs in our community to drive economic growth and to build our region for the future.
Join us to Champion the Bold.
Arch Grants' mission is to advance the local economy by attracting and retaining the most innovative entrepreneurs to St. Louis. Through our highly selective annual Startup Competition, Arch Grants awards over $2,000,000 annually in equity-free grants and pro bono support services to entrepreneurs who locate their early-stage businesses in our region. This program is an aggressive effort to develop and inspire the next generation of employers, civic leaders, and philanthropists in St. Louis.
Organization name
Arch Grants
Tax id (EIN)
27-4875945
Mission/Purpose
Community Improvement/Economic Development, Employment & Workforce Development
Operating Budget
Large: $2,000,001 - $5,000,000
Service Area
St Louis City
Audiences Served
General Public
Address
2315 Locust Street Suite 2b