Fairfax County
Overview
Fairfax County is a government entity in the Commonwealth of Virginia that engages in economic development through its Department of Economic Initiatives (DEI) and the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA). These bodies aim to foster a competitive and prosperous community by providing funding and support to local businesses. The county utilizes various programs, including grants, loans, and other financial incentives to attract and retain businesses, create jobs, and stimulate economic growth. Notable programs include the Fairfax Founders Fund, which provides grants up to $50,000 to early-stage startups, and specific matching grants for business expansion, such as the one awarded to Beanstalk Farms.
Portfolio Companies
9
Website
fairfaxcounty.govInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| NearStar Fusion | Nov 2023 | Grant | Co-investor |
| KAPPA AgTech | Sep 2024 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Saltenna LLC | Sep 2024 | Grant | Co-investor |
| 3D Orthobiologic Solutions | Nov 2023 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Zerapy | Feb 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is Fairfax County based?
Fairfax County is headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, United States.
When was Fairfax County founded?
Founding year information for Fairfax County is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Fairfax County have?
Fairfax County has 9 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Fairfax County's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include NearStar Fusion, KAPPA AgTech, Saltenna LLC, 3D Orthobiologic Solutions, Zerapy.
What was Fairfax County's most recent investment shown here?
Fairfax County's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Zerapy in 2025.
What sectors does Fairfax County focus on?
Fairfax County focuses on Energy & Sustainability, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Consumer & Commerce, Enterprise Software, Telecommunications & Networking, Energy & Sustainability, Cybersecurity, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech.
What company stages does Fairfax County focus on?
Fairfax County typically invests at the MultiStage stage.