Kalamazoo Forward Ventures

Kalamazoo Forward Ventures is investing in a brighter future and is committed to empowering underrepresented founders, unique entrepreneurs, and driven innovators. Founded in 2024, Kalamazoo Forward Ventures (KZFV) is a collaborative brainchild of prominent leaders. KZFV is steadfast in its commitment to empowering underrepresented founders, unique entrepreneurs, and driven innovators. Its mission is to provide these individuals with the expertise, capital, and resources they need to grow and thrive. We aim to create a more equitable and thriving economic landscape where access to opportunities is not restricted by background or systemic barriers. —Venture Capital Our Venture Capital Fund helps high-growth startups led by underrepresented founders, unique entrepreneurs, and driven innovators get off the ground. We jump in early, offering not just funding, but also the know-how and connections that founders need to build their early product, land those first customers, and start generating revenue. —Real Estate We make investments with a focus on underrepresented developers. We invest in residential and mixed-use projects, prioritizing affordable and workforce housing.