First Step Fund

Invest Detroit Ventures provides investment capital and resources to early-stage, high-growth companies in the Detroit region and throughout Michigan. Our team is committed to supporting the entrepreneurial ecosystem with capital, on-going mentorship, and community engagement. We implement targeted venture development programs to help build and promote scalable businesses in the region. Our commitment is building a robust tech community in Detroit and throughout Michigan. We are collectively focused on implementing an investment strategy that is inclusive and supportive of minority, immigrant, and women entrepreneurs. IDV manages three investment funds and has invested in over 95 Michigan-based start-ups. Deploying several million in capital per year, IDV is one of the most active pre-seed through early-A funders in the Great Lakes region.