A vibrant economic future for Cincinnati requires an entrepreneurial ecosystem that removes barriers to starting and growing a business. Main Street invests in local entrepreneurs through equity-free business start-up funding, rather than traditional investments.

This no-strings attached funding model supports

BOLD IDEAS

Grants allow founders to take bold ideas to the next level without investor limits.

INCLUSION

Supporting good ideas across all spaces encourages innovation in our community.

GROWTH

Accessible, debt-free funding creates opportunities for other financial support.

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DONATE

Demonstrate your commitment to Bold Ideas, Inclusion, and Growth in our Region by becoming a supporter of the Main Street Ventures B.I.G. Campaign and strengthening our investment of local entrepreneurs.

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EDUCATE

Lend your expertise and provide educational content and pro bono services to the local businesses shaping our local economy.

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CONNECT

Stay up to date on the Main Street Ventures Community by joining our Monthly Newsletter and following the conversation on Social Media.

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Meet the Main Street Supporters

The MSV Community is composed of founders, funders, and philanthropists working to meet the needs of founders and ensure the long-term viability of startups in the Greater Cincinnati Region.

Main Street Ventures is able to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs through the generosity of our many donors and supporters. They share our belief that a vibrant future for Cincinnati requires an entrepreneurial ecosystem that removes barriers to starting and growing a business. We are thankful for their support of entrepreneurship in Cincinnati.