more about us

A region’s infrastructure for startup founders is crucial. It's not just about funding, but also about having multiple layers of support to help founders navigate early uncertainties quickly and confidently. Yet, in most regions, founders are left to fend for themselves.
‍They spend as much time building a network of resources as they do on the idea itself, which can be wasteful. Startup founders and the new jobs they create play a foundational role in the economy of cities, but founders must ask themselves whether they can make it there or somewhere else.

Midwest Founders Community prioritizes customers, capital, celebration, and connections to support a community of change-makers.


We believe that wasting time organizing and managing structure can hinder serendipitous moments while recurring events that distract from meaningful connections are equally unhelpful.

Our approach is to fully immerse founders in a passionate community that can support them throughout their journey.
Our community is governed through democratic voting with no boards, committees, or consultants involved.

🛠️ Be constructive.

All founders have a vision. Even more people have ideas and feedback. How can you help founders progress? Know the boundary between being helpful and harmful.