Our Mission
Our mission is to connect cutting-edge researchers with the venture creation process at Michigan State University. By bridging this gap, our team helps inventors thrive. Ideas become a reality with the support of our programs, investment, spaces, and community.
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What We Do
The MSU Foundation drives economic development by supporting grant programs, venture creation, venture investment, and placemaking initiatives across Michigan.
Grant Programs
Since its inception, the MSU Foundation has awarded over $370 million to the University. Recipients of the grants are bright, promising researchers, seasoned educators, and thousands of students. Investing both mind and heart in MSU, they will perpetuate its academic excellence.
Venture Creation
We provide the educational and financial support necessary to turn MSU research technologies into successful Michigan businesses. Our ecosystem integrates strong entrepreneurial programming, services, and events.
Venture Investment
Our team invests in breakthrough technologies by providing gap and pre-seed funding for diverse startups arising from MSU’s faculty, researchers, and students. Through local investment, we bring economic value—not only to the Greater Lansing Area's community but also to Michigan's economy.
Research Parks
We support economic development, placemaking, and corporate innovation by creating spaces and providing resources for MSU and community-based companies. Tenants benefit from opportunities to develop collaborative linkages with the nation’s premier land-grant university and all of its resources.
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Department professor appointed as an MSU Foundation Professor
MSU’s Dean DellaPenna receives one of science’s top honors
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Our Community
The MSU Foundation represents an experienced staff, accomplished board, and a group of collaborative partners who share a commitment to push Michigan entrepreneurs forward.
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