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Equity-free grant program for early-stage startups establishing operations in St. Louis, supporting regional economic development.
Recipients receive a $75,000 equity-free cash grant plus up to $25,000 for relocation expenses.
No, Arch Grants is completely equity-free. The organization does not take any ownership stake in recipient companies.
Yes, selected companies must maintain their headquarters in St. Louis for a minimum of one year after receiving the grant.
For-profit tech companies from validated idea stage to pre-Series A, across all technology sectors.
The program is highly selective, typically awarding 15 to 20 grants per cohort from thousands of applicants.
Arch Grants Saint Louis is an annual equity-free grant and venture philanthropy initiative administered by Arch Grants to provide non-dilutive capital to early-stage companies. Selected participants receive a $75,000 grant, with an additional $25,000 available for relocation expenses, in exchange for committing to maintain their headquarters and 51% of their founding team in Saint Louis for one year. The annual competition targets for-profit technology entities ranging from the validated idea stage to pre-Series A, with the next application deadline scheduled for March 31, 2026. The program operates alongside regional and national partners, including the Missouri Technology Corporation, the United States Economic Development Administration, the James S McDonnell Foundation, and Washington University in Saint Louis. This resource is designed for early-stage founders seeking non-dilutive funding, relocation assistance, and network access to scale operations within the Missouri innovation ecosystem.
Arch Grants is a nonprofit organization in St. Louis, Missouri, that awards $75,000 equity-free grants to technology startups, with an additional $25,000 available for relocation expenses. The program aims to attract and retain high-potential companies in the St. Louis region by providing non-dilutive capital alongside mentorship, community connections, and business development resources.
For-profit technology companies ranging from validated idea stage to pre-Series A are eligible. Selected companies must maintain their headquarters in St. Louis for a minimum of one year after receiving the grant. The program accepts applications from both domestic and international startups across all technology sectors, including software, hardware, biotech, and social enterprise.
Recipients receive a $75,000 equity-free cash grant plus up to $25,000 for relocation costs. Beyond funding, grantees gain access to Arch Grants' extensive mentor network, co-working space, legal and accounting services, and introductions to regional investors and corporate partners. The program has built a strong alumni community that provides peer support and business development opportunities.
Applications are submitted through the Arch Grants website during annual application cycles. The selection process includes written applications, video pitches, and finalist presentations to a judging panel. Competition is highly selective, with the program typically awarding 15 to 20 grants per cohort from thousands of applicants.
Since 2012, Arch Grants has awarded over $23 million to more than 200 companies. Alumni companies have gone on to raise hundreds of millions in follow-on funding and create thousands of jobs in the St. Louis region. Notable alumni span sectors from enterprise software and digital health to advanced materials and agricultural technology.