THE HARVARD NEXT CIRCLE

Backing Harvard Founders. Building the Future.


The Harvard Next Circle brings together donors, venture funds, and corporate partners committed to advancing the next generation of Harvard-founded startups. Whether you're a philanthropist, investor, foundation, or strategic sponsor, your support fuels founders who are solving real-world problems and creating meaningful impact across industries.

Inspired by John Harvard’s original act of generosity, The Harvard Next Circle reflects that same spirit of early belief and bold investment. It is more than a giving society—it’s a community of champions helping to build what’s next.

WHO YOU'RE SUPPORTING

Members of The Harvard Next Circle help:

  • Equip founders with world-class mentorship, coaching, and resources

  • Provide visibility through the Harvard Regional Startup World Cup

  • Connect entrepreneurs with early-stage investors

  • Strengthen Harvard’s global startup and innovation ecosystem

  • Advance real-world solutions in biotech, AI, climate, fintech, health, and more

BENEFITS FOR DONORS & SPONSORS

Recognition and engagement opportunities are offered based on level of support and partnership. Sample benefits may include:

  • Recognition in digital materials and website

  • Logo and name placement at live pitch events (for sponsors at select levels)

  • VIP seating and access to receptions and private events

  • Invitations to private briefings, investor sessions, and founder showcases

  • Recognition across Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs communications and programming

  • Custom partnership activations available

Complete benefit details by level are outlined in the program brochure.

Corporate sponsors, venture partners, and institutional supporters gain:

  • Brand alignment with Harvard innovation and entrepreneurship

  • Direct access to early-stage founder pipelines

  • Invitations to pitch events, VIP networking, and demo days

  • Opportunities for strategic engagement with founders and investors

  • A role in advancing the global Harvard innovation ecosystem

WANT TO BE A SPONSOR?

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WANT TO BE A JUDGE?

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WANT TO VOLUNTEER?

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Celebrate Innovation.

Back Big Ideas. Get Noticed. Support the next wave of Harvard founders. Join the Supporter Circle and help make this milestone event happen.

Companies: $2,500      

Individuals: $1,000

  • Name/logo featured on a dedicated banner at the event

  • Recognition in digital event materials

  • A thank-you shoutout from the main stage during the event

  • Listing on our website and ‘thank you’ on social channels

Give today.

Help us elevate founders, fuel bold ideas, and grow the Harvard innovation community.