Epilepsy Ventures Fund

The Epilepsy Ventures Fund (EVF) advances therapeutics, diagnostics, devices, wearables, and how we use data to improve quality of life for the epilepsy community. People living with epilepsy face many challenges, but innovation in research and technology can provide more positive healthcare outcomes for those who experience seizures.

The EVF Advantage

As the venture arm of the Epilepsy Foundation, the Fund leverages the expertise, visibility, and patient access of the leading nonprofit organization in the epilepsy community.

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Portfolio and Innovation Landscape

Investing to Make a Real Impact

EVF is a philanthropic venture capital fund led by an expert team of partners. The returns realized from investments are reinvested in the Fund and support the Epilepsy Foundation’s research, advocacy, education and awareness programs.

See the impact with the EVF donor report (April-June 2022).

Epilepsy Foundation's Project Pipeline

Our Epilepsy Project Pipeline closely monitors start-up companies in epilepsy for funding consideration:

How to Donate

When you make a tax-deductible donation to the Epilepsy Foundation’s Epilepsy Ventures Fund, you are creating a legacy of support by investing in companies that advance therapeutics for people with epilepsy.

Resources

Epilepsy Centers

Epilepsy centers provide you with a team of specialists to help you diagnose your epilepsy and explore treatment options.

Epilepsy Medication

Find in-depth information on anti-seizure medications so you know what to ask your doctor.

Epilepsy and Seizures 24/7 Helpline

Call our Epilepsy and Seizures 24/7 Helpline and talk with an epilepsy information specialist or submit a question online.

Tools & Forms

Download our seizure tracking app, print out seizure action plans, or explore other educational materials.