Transformative Investments for a Healthier World

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Stronger Together

Stead Impact Ventures and Foundation is committed to positive societal impact and creating a long-lasting relationship between meaningful philanthropy and sustained profitability.

We partner with innovators to transform their visions into realities that bend the curve to improve health and wellbeing.

Stead Impact Ventures

Venture Capital

We invest with responsibility and purpose in innovators whose ideas will positively change the course of healthcare with a focus on neurodegenerative disorders, mental health, and obesity.

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Philanthropy

We provide grants to healthcare, education, and faith-based nonprofit organizations to effect measurable and lasting change.

Our Values

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Innovation

Creating a healthier world through innovation.

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Service

Delivering the highest level of service to our colleagues, companies, and communities.

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Curiosity

Encouraging curiosity and new paths that have the greatest community impact.

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Collaboration

Coming together to meet the biggest challenges and to be our very best.

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Dignity for All

Benefiting society with equal dignity and respect for all.

Investing for the Greatest Impact

Jerre Stead and the Stead family have made giving back a priority throughout their lives. To date, the Stead Foundation has granted more than $400 million to nonprofit organizations. Stead Impact Ventures was founded as an extension of this commitment to positively affect health and wellness globally.

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