Venture Kick

Venture Kick is a philanthropic initiative providing pre-seed funding to entrepreneurs from Swiss universities. The program offers grants and occasionally participates in convertible note and pre-seed rounds. Typical investment sizes range from $10,000 to $150,000, with a focus on supporting early-stage startups across various sectors.

Notable portfolio companies include Adaptyv Biosystems, AirWinder, and SmartHelio. Venture Kick's investment philosophy centers on fostering innovation within the Swiss university ecosystem, offering financial support and guidance to help promising ideas transition from academia to the business world. The initiative plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between research and commercialization for Swiss startups.