Southwest Michigan First Life Science Fund

The Southwest Michigan First Life Science Fund is a venture capital fund based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, dedicated to investing in early-stage life science opportunities. Established to leverage the region's historical expertise in pharmaceutical research and medical device manufacturing, the fund provides equity capital to companies in the biotech, diagnostics, and medical device sectors. It aims to foster economic growth and innovation within the Southwest Michigan region by supporting startups that are developing transformative healthcare technologies. The fund is managed in partnership with Open Prairie and focuses on bridging the gap between initial research and commercialization for regional startups.