“Arch Grants invests in people and their pursuit of game-changing ideas. Great leadership transcends industry. We fund entrepreneurs that possess passion and vision to shape the future of St. Louis.“
EMILY LOHSE-BUSCH, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
THE 2019 GLOBAL STARTUP COMPETITION WILL OPEN ON FEBRUARY 1ST, 2019!
Arch Grants is building a new economy in St. Louis by providing $50,000 equity-free cash grants and pro bono support services to entrepreneurs who locate their early-stage businesses in St. Louis.
WHAT DO YOU GET?
- $50,000 equity-free funding
- Pro bono support services in legal, accounting, marketing, and human resources
- Networking support and introductions to angel investment and venture capital networks
- Relocation Assistance
- Eligibility to pitch for up to $1 million in follow on funding exclusively for Arch Grants Finalists and Recipients (More info here)
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
- Idea stage to pre-Series A companies
- All industries
- Innovative product/solution
- Scalable business model
- Interest in St. Louis and helping its startup ecosystem grow and thrive
TIMELINE
February 1st, 2019: Application Opens
April 1st, 2019: Early Application Deadline
- If you apply by April 1st you are guaranteed feedback on your application
April 15th, 2019: Final Application Deadline
REQUIREMENTS
- 51% of your founding team, OR at least one full-time founder AND 51% of the full team, working full-time on the business in the city of St. Louis for the year-long program (Nov. 2019 – Nov. 2020)
- HQ located in the city of St. Louis
- Participation in Program (approx. 8 hours per quarter)
