Is This Startup Science's $100 Million Community Investment Scheme About to Disrupt Your Future?

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In a significant move for the startup landscape, Startup Science has launched a Regulation Crowdfunding campaign via WeFunder, expanding its mission to democratize entrepreneurship. This campaign allows founders, partners, and supporters to become stakeholders in the platform, thus driving global startup success.

To date, Startup Science has successfully raised $5.75 million from its management team and strategic investors to build its core platform. The platform currently supports over 88,000 founders and 200 entrepreneur support organizations (ESOs) across four continents, making it a vital resource for aspiring entrepreneurs worldwide.

The latest crowdfunding initiative aims to empower the broader startup ecosystem to take ownership of the platform they actively use. "Startup Science exists to make startup success predictable," stated Gregory Shepard, the Founder and CEO of Startup Science. "By investing in this round, founders are not just users of the platform; they're co-owners in an ecosystem built to help them succeed. It's a milestone in our mission to unify entrepreneurship under one roof."

This innovative platform centralizes the startup ecosystem, connecting founders with crucial resources like lifecycle-timed education, mentors, accelerators, investors, and resource providers through AI-matched support networks. Notable partnerships include organizations such as the Angel Capital Association, Fulbright Canada, and the National Black Chamber of Commerce, all contributing to scalable, data-driven support across global markets.

Jonathan Engle, Head of Marketing, emphasized the community-driven approach: "We invite everyone who believes in accessible entrepreneurship to help shape the future of startup innovation. Our community-driven approach ensures that the people building the next generation of companies can also share in the value created."

The crowdfunding campaign is hosted exclusively on WeFunder, a registered funding portal, and will remain open for a limited time. Interested investors can review offering details and updates directly on the platform. They are also encouraged to attend the investor webinar titled "Startup Science Exit Strategy Explained." Registration for the webinar is available online.

About Startup Science: Founded on the principle of unifying the startup ecosystem, Startup Science assists accelerators, universities, investors, and associations in guiding founders from idea to exit. The platform adheres to the Startup Lifecycle framework and currently supports over 88,000 founders and more than 150 ecosystem partners across four continents. For more information, visit www.startupscience.io or to invest, go to wefunder.com/startupscience.

Required Regulatory Disclaimer: This offering is made pursuant to Section 4(a)(6) of the Securities Act and the Regulation Crowdfunding exemption. Prospective investors should carefully review the Form C and offering materials available on wefunder.com/startupscience. No money or other consideration is being solicited or will be accepted outside the platform. Any indication of interest involves no obligation or commitment of any kind.

As the startup ecosystem continues to evolve, initiatives like that of Startup Science not only empower individual founders but also foster a collaborative environment that could redefine the future of entrepreneurship.