43North
43North is an accelerator based in Buffalo, United States, focused on Seed startups across sectors. This profile covers its focus and how founders can get in front of it in 2026.
- Investment focus
- Generalist
- Investment stages
- Seed
- Location
- Buffalo, United States
- Founded
- 2014
- Team size
- 11-50
- Portfolio companies
- 79+
- Latest deal on record
- October 2025
About 43North
43North is a startup competition and accelerator program that invests $5 million each year to attract and retain high-growth companies in Buffalo, New York.
It typically invests in pre-seed or seed stage companies that have a deployable product, traction with customers, and revenue. In exchange for 5% equity, 43North provides investment of either $500,000 or $1 million, mentorship and access to their network (investors, customers, vendors, alumni), recruiting support, workspace in their incubator, and the opportunity to operate free of state taxes through STARTUP-NY.
Source: the organization's public company profile.
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Round Funded. "43North." Round Funded investor database, updated October 19, 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 43North invest in?
43North is a generalist with no fixed sector focus. Match your stage before reaching out, then find similar active investors on Round Funded.
What stage does 43North invest at?
43North focuses on Seed rounds. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
Is 43North still active?
Yes. Round Funded's research found that 43North has made a new investment or run a new cohort since 2024, and its latest deal on record is from October 2025. Reach out with a personalized pitch that fits its stage and focus, then track who opens it.
Where is 43North based?
43North is based in Buffalo, United States. You can reach out from anywhere with a pitch that matches its focus.
How do I contact 43North?
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