The Impact Engine
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Investor type
VC
Founded
2012
AUM
$240 M
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Investor profile last updated: 24 September, 2025
Profile
Impact Engine is an institutional investor managing venture capital and private equity strategies that drive positive impact in the areas of economic opportunity, environmental sustainability, and health equity.
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Industry
The Impact Engine Funds
| Name | Type |
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
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Impact Engine Private Equity Fund II
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Private Equity (PE)
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Education
Healthcare Services
Technology
HealthTech
ClimateTech
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Series B
Late Stage (Series C+)
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North America
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$5-10 m
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$85 M
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February 2024
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FAQs about The Impact Engine
Is The Impact Engine a venture capital or private equity firm?
The Impact Engine is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed and Series A, writing tickets of $10-50 m.
Where is The Impact Engine located?
The Impact Engine is located in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
When was The Impact Engine founded?
The Impact Engine was founded in 2012.
What sectors and industries does The Impact Engine invest in?
The Impact Engine invests in companies and startups in Education, Fintech, Food and Beverage, Healthcare Services, Real Estate, Software, Technology, HealthTech, ClimateTech.
What is The Impact Engine geographical focus of investments?
The Impact Engine invests in companies and startups in North America.
At what stages of companies and startups does The Impact Engine typically invest in?
The Impact Engine invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A.
What is the usual amount of The Impact Engine investment?
The Impact Engine usually invests $10-50 m on average.
What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for The Impact Engine?
The Impact Engine has around $240m assets under management.
When was The Impact Engine last fund created?
The Impact Engine last fund was created/launched in 2024-02-17
What are the contacts of The Impact Engine?
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