Tucson
Data as of Oct 1, 2026Venture funding by year
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| Year | Venture funding | Rounds |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $14.1M | 12 |
| 2020 | $29.2M | 11 |
| 2021 | $19.9M | 11 |
| 2022 | $35.6M | 9 |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 7 |
| 2024 | $28.2M | 11 |
| 2025 | $17.2M | 6 |
| 2026* | $10.0M | 2 |
Industries
- Health126
- Energy46
- Education37
- Semiconductors37
- Fintech34
- Food30
- Enterprise software29
- Real estate26
- Kids22
- Security17
And 19 more industries.
Companies in Tucson
145–168 of 715 companies
Early stage · 2–10 employees
CMLaser Technologies
Early stage
- Codelucida
Semiconductors
Early stage · 2–10 employees · $4.3M raised
- CoLab Workspace
Energy
Early stage · 2–10 employees
- Coldrays
Energy
Early stage · 2–10 employees
- CoLevelAI
Real estate
Early stage · 2–10 employees
Early stage
Early stage · 2–10 employees · $300K raised
- CommunityShare
Education
CommunityShare operates as an educational platform that connects students with professionals across various industries to foster career inspiration and community engagement. The company primarily serves educational institutions, including schools and community organizations, by facilitating interactions between students and experts in fields such as STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). These interactions help students envision their future careers, build essential skills, and gain confidence through hands-on experiences and mentorship.CommunityShare operates in the education technology market, leveraging a network of professionals willing to share their expertise and experiences with students. The business model is likely based on partnerships with schools and educational organizations, possibly funded through grants, sponsorships, or subscription fees from participating institutions. The platform generates revenue by providing a valuable service that enhances educational outcomes and prepares students for future career opportunities.
Early stage · 11–50 employees · $500K raised
- Company Eco
Fashion
Company Eco is an ethical online retailer that provides high-quality, personalized and eco-friendly gifts for various occasions. Jesse, along with Cara, operates the business with a strong commitment to sustainability, ensuring every product is reviewed for its quality and eco-friendly attributes. They also utilize carbon offsets to minimize the company's footprint from activities like business travel. The firm caters to clients seeking thoughtful, personalized gifts for friends, family, and corporate purposes, with a particular focus on client gifting strategies. The business model centers on providing a simplified and enjoyable way to create these gifts, which are described as beautifully presented and customized. This service resonates with clients who value genuine care and attention to detail, leading to positive feedback and repeat business. Company Eco is in the process of a company rebrand and is launching a new website in the summer of 2025 to enhance the customer experience.
Early stage · 2–10 employees
- Concise Fabricators
Semiconductors
Early stage · 11–50 employees
- Conexus Lens
Health
Early stage · 2–10 employees
- Connect Coworking
Real estate
Connect Coworking offers flexible and dedicated office space in downtown Tucson, targeting a diverse client base that includes Fortune 500 companies, remote workers, non-profits, and startups. It initially offered 14,000 square feet of space, with tenants moving in as of June 2014. The initial members included local web-based startups, a law firm, an investment adviser, and a local office of Uber. The firm's business model is based on a tiered membership structure. Options range from a "Flex Pass" at $99 per month for five visits, to an "Unlimited" pass at $199 per month for open seating access. For clients requiring more permanent solutions, "Dedicated Desks" are available for $299 per month, which include a powered adjustable desk, a monitor, and an ergonomic chair. Private offices start at $650 per month, offering furnished, locked spaces with lease options of six months or more. The company also provides virtual office services for $49 per month, which include a business address and mailbox. A notable offering is "Co-Warehousing," starting at $595 per month, which combines office membership with scalable warehouse space, shared dock access, and shipping and receiving services. Amenities for members include high-speed Wi-Fi, private phone booths, coffee and tea, and access to community events. Depending on the membership level, users receive a set number of bookable hours for conference and multi-purpose rooms, with discounts on additional bookings. The space is designed to foster community, featuring breakout areas, a kitchen, and a patio with a foosball table. The location in downtown Tucson provides easy access to public transport, including the Sun Link streetcar, and is near cultural landmarks like the Fox Tucson Theatre and the Tucson Museum of Art.
Early stage · 2–10 employees
- Connect Security
Security
Early stage · 11–50 employees
- Consumerjungle
Sports
Early stage
Copper Canyon Memory Care is a specialized care facility located in Tucson, Arizona, providing assisted living and dedicated services for individuals with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. The community operates as a stand-alone memory care center and is situated on La Cholla Blvd, across from the Northwest Medical Center, serving residents of Tucson, Marana, and Oro Valley. As of May 2026, the real estate and operations of Copper Canyon were acquired by The Pennant Group, Inc., and it is now operated by their subsidiary, Pinnacle Senior Living LLC. The facility is designed to provide a secure and supportive environment, featuring secured courtyards and a layout that aids in orientation and safety for residents prone to wandering. It offers both private and semi-private rooms, which can be furnished by the residents to create a more personal space. Copper Canyon's care model is person-centered, focusing on custom-tailored plans that build on residents' strengths and life stories. The services include assistance with daily living activities, medication management, diabetic care, and incontinence care. The community also employs a memory care program based on Montessori principles, aiming to provide residents with meaningful new experiences. A range of amenities is available to enhance the quality of life for residents. These include a state-of-the-art sensory spa, a virtual-reality bucket list program, and various social and recreational activities like bingo, yoga, and live music. The dining services are comprehensive, with a professional chef providing meals that can accommodate specialized diets such as gluten-free, low-sodium, and vegetarian options. The facility is a member of 12 Oaks Senior Living and was previously part of the Sunshine Retirement Living brand, which emphasizes providing value, choice, and independence to seniors.
Early stage
Founded in 2017, Copperhead Aeronautics aims to rejuvenate the aerospace sector by leveraging the latest research and materials to create aircraft that were previously deemed impossible. The company focuses on integrating state-of-the-art technology and engineering to push the boundaries of what is achievable in aviation. Operating in a market traditionally resistant to change, Copperhead Aeronautics targets clients seeking advanced and innovative aircraft solutions. The business model revolves around the development and sale of these high-tech aircraft, generating revenue through direct sales and potentially through partnerships with other aerospace entities. By addressing the demand for modernized aviation solutions, Copperhead Aeronautics positions itself as a key player in the transformation of the aerospace industry.
Early stage
- CoreA Therapeutics
Health
CoreA Therapeutics is a biotechnology company founded in 2019 that specializes in developing cancer immunotherapies and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) to treat solid tumors. The company was established by Professors David A. Bull and Won Young-wook from the University of Arizona's College of Medicine. The firm is backed by investors including Tech Launch Arizona, the University of Utah, and 3rdEyeBio. The company's core technology platform focuses on engineering Natural Killer (NK) cells into targeted chemo-immunotherapies. This proprietary technology allows for the attachment of ADCs to the surface of immune cells like T-cells and NK cells. This process creates an ADC-tagged NK cell that combines antibodies, chemotherapeutic agents, and NK cells. When administered, the therapy is designed for the chemotherapeutic agent to deliver an initial attack on cancer cells, followed by a secondary attack from the immunized NK cells, aiming to eradicate the tumor. This dual-action approach aims to provide the effects of both chemotherapy and immunotherapy in a single administration and offers potential for customized treatments. The technology is designed to be safer and more convenient than some existing methods. CoreA Therapeutics is actively working to expand its pipeline to address a wide variety of solid tumors, with a specific focus on engineering NK cells to combat Her2-positive solid tumors. The company's business model involves forming partnerships to further develop and commercialize its technology.
Early stage · 1 employees
- Corelytics
Fintech
Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Bellevue, WA, Corelytics offers a business intelligence platform designed for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) to monitor and analyze their financial performance. The company caters to business owners, accounting and finance professionals, consultants, and CPAs across a variety of industries including IT, professional services, construction, and retail.The Corelytics platform operates as a web-based, cloud-hosted software that integrates with accounting systems like QuickBooks, Xero, or through CSV file uploads. By connecting to a company's general ledger and balance sheet data, the system automates the process of generating financial dashboards, eliminating the need for manual data entry. This enables clients to visualize trends, forecast future performance, and compare their metrics against industry benchmarks. The platform's predictive analytics claim to forecast best and worst-case future scenarios with up to 88% accuracy.Corelytics provides tools for detailed expense trend analysis, cash flow monitoring, and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs). It allows businesses to assess different lines of business to identify which are most profitable. The business model is subscription-based, with pricing options available for both individual business owners and advisors managing multiple clients. In addition to its core financial dashboard, the company also offers services such as operational assessments and social media presence analysis.
Early stage · 2–10 employees · $100K raised
CorporateCARE Solutions specializes in providing professional, employer-sponsored backup child and adult care services on a national scale. The company primarily serves businesses looking to enhance their employee benefits packages and reduce absenteeism caused by unexpected breakdowns in family care. Operating in the employee benefits and family care market, CorporateCARE Solutions employs a Pay As You Go hourly billing model, eliminating overpayment risks for employers. The company generates revenue by offering these backup care services to employers, who in turn provide them as benefits to their employees. This model ensures that employees can rely on immediate, high-quality care for their loved ones, thereby reducing stress and improving productivity at work.
Early stage · 11–50 employees · $100K raised
- covaxdata
Enterprise software
Early stage · 2–10 employees
- Cpen.ai
Enterprise software
Early stage · 1 employees
- CPGMatters
Marketing
CPGMatters is a digital magazine, or e-zine, focused on the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. In March 2026, CPGMatters was acquired by CPG Planet Inc., a corporation formed by business journalist and consultant James Tenser, who has been a regular contributor to the publication. Karolefski expressed confidence in Tenser's vision to advance the platform. The company's core product is a subscription-based e-zine that, as of its twenty-first year, reached 15,000 subscribers in North America and globally. It defines the CPG sector broadly, encompassing food, beverage, general merchandise, and health and beauty care products sold through various retail channels like grocery, drug, mass-market, convenience, and online stores. The editorial content is topical and actionable, covering subjects such as brand strategy, category management, digital solutions, in-store marketing, loyalty marketing, and trade marketing. The business model relies on subscriptions for its in-depth reporting. In addition to the e-zine, CPGMatters also produces the LEAD Marketing Conference, a virtual event focused on loyalty, engagement, analytics, and digital trends, which was included in the acquisition by CPG Planet Inc. The new ownership under James Tenser plans to sustain the editorial mission while enhancing the reader experience with a redesigned website, improved subscriber access, and new columnists. James Tenser has an extensive background as a reporter, editor, and analyst in business media and runs the consulting firm VSN Strategies.
Early stage · 2–10 employees
- cqn-erc.org
Education
Early stage · 11–50 employees
Recent venture rounds
| Company | Round | Amount | Date | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| World View Enterprises | Late VC | $10.0M | Mar 2026 | Ondas Holdings |
| Keys | Early VC | Undisclosed | Mar 2026 | Not disclosed |
| Revolute Robotics | Seed | $1.9M | Oct 2025 | ANIMO Ventures, Ascend VC |
| Delta Development Team | Series A | Undisclosed | Aug 2025 | Pasadena Angels, Desert Angels, Central Texas Angel Network +3 more |
| TYB | Series A | $11.0M | Jun 2025 | Coinbase Ventures, Unusual Ventures, Castle Island Ventures +2 more |
| T&R Recovery Group | Growth Equity VC | Undisclosed | Jun 2025 | Cyprium Investment Partners, Genesis Park |
| Branch Therapeutics | Seed | $4.0M | May 2025 | GKCC |
| Sorbiforce | Seed | $270K | Apr 2025 | StartEngine |
| Precision Epigenomics | Series A | $1.5M | Sep 2024 | Shaffer Capital |
| World View Enterprises | Late VC | $25.0M | May 2024 | Breakthrough Victoria |