Walder Ventures
Overview
Walder Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2020 to provide mission-driven investments. The firm seeks to invest in early-stage life science, medtech, and bioinformatics companies, primarily based in the Chicago area. This work aligns with the philanthropic interests of the Walder Foundation, which supports science innovation, environmental sustainability, the performing arts, immigration, and Jewish communities. Their inaugural investment was in Portal Innovations, a Chicago-based life sciences incubator.
Portfolio Companies
2
Website
walderventures.comInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syntax Bio | Jun 2026 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Grove Biopharma | Apr 2025 | Series A | Co-investor |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Walder Ventures based?
Walder Ventures is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
When was Walder Ventures founded?
Founding year information for Walder Ventures is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Walder Ventures have?
Walder Ventures has 2 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Walder Ventures's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Syntax Bio, Grove Biopharma.
What was Walder Ventures's most recent investment shown here?
Walder Ventures's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Syntax Bio in 2026.
What sectors does Walder Ventures focus on?
Walder Ventures focuses on Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Frontier & Industrial Tech.
What company stages does Walder Ventures focus on?
Walder Ventures typically invests at the Early stage.