Founded in 2015, W Fund is a Seattle-based venture capital firm that focuses on supporting the growth of technology-based startups in the Pacific Northwest. The firm invests in the life sciences, nanotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology sectors, making earliest-stage investments to accelerate the success of promising startups originating from research institutions and students across Washington state. By providing capital and support, W Fund aims to help these startups achieve their full potential and drive technological innovation in the region.