What is the Startup Funding Directory?

It's a free, searchable catalogue of 214 organizations that fund or support startups across the United States and Canada: venture capital firms, accelerators, incubators, venture studios, angel networks, government and economic-development programs, grant programs, and halal/Islamic-finance initiatives. Each entry lists what they invest in, the stage they back, typical check size or program terms, location, and links.

Yes, completely free. There's no sign-up, no paywall, and no affiliate gating. Search and filter the full list, open any organization's detail page, and go straight to their website or application link.

How do I find investors relevant to me?

Use the filters: by organization type (VC, accelerator, incubator, etc.), investment sector (SaaS, fintech, AI/ML, cleantech, health, and more), funding stage (idea, pre-seed, seed, Series A, B+, growth), country, and a dedicated halal/Muslim-focused filter. You can also full-text search by name, city, or focus.

Does it include halal or Muslim-focused investors?

Yes. Eight of the entries are explicitly halal/Muslim-focused: Shariah-compliant funds, Islamic-finance platforms, Muslim founder communities, and faith-based crowdfunding, including Salam Fund, Friday Ventures, Muslim Angel Group, LaunchGood, Pillars Fund, Manzil, EQRAZ, and Ansar. Toggle the 'Halal / Muslim-focused' filter to see just those.

How current is the data, and will it be updated?

It was compiled from publicly available sources and reflects the landscape as of mid-2026. Figures like fund sizes and check sizes are approximate and change often, so always verify on each organization's own site before applying. I plan to keep the directory updated and expand it over time.

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The Startup Funding Directory: 214 VCs, Accelerators & Incubators Across the US & Canada

By Rashad Bayram•June 17, 2026•5 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Startup Funding Directory?: It's a free, searchable catalogue of 214 organizations that fund or support startups across the United States and Canada: venture capital firms, accelerators, incubators, venture studios, angel networks, government and economic-development programs, grant programs, and halal/Islamic-finance initiatives. Each entry lists what they invest in, the stage they back, typical check size or program terms, location, and links.
Is it free to use?: Yes, completely free. There's no sign-up, no paywall, and no affiliate gating. Search and filter the full list, open any organization's detail page, and go straight to their website or application link.
How do I find investors relevant to me?: Use the filters: by organization type (VC, accelerator, incubator, etc.), investment sector (SaaS, fintech, AI/ML, cleantech, health, and more), funding stage (idea, pre-seed, seed, Series A, B+, growth), country, and a dedicated halal/Muslim-focused filter. You can also full-text search by name, city, or focus.
Does it include halal or Muslim-focused investors?: Yes. Eight of the entries are explicitly halal/Muslim-focused: Shariah-compliant funds, Islamic-finance platforms, Muslim founder communities, and faith-based crowdfunding, including Salam Fund, Friday Ventures, Muslim Angel Group, LaunchGood, Pillars Fund, Manzil, EQRAZ, and Ansar. Toggle the 'Halal / Muslim-focused' filter to see just those.
How current is the data, and will it be updated?: It was compiled from publicly available sources and reflects the landscape as of mid-2026. Figures like fund sizes and check sizes are approximate and change often, so always verify on each organization's own site before applying. I plan to keep the directory updated and expand it over time.

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