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innovation fund

The Only Non-Dilutive Pre-Seed Fund
Protecting Patriotism at it's Inception

Investing in the Emerging Generation of  Talent & Technology

The Innovation Fund is Common Mission's strategic investment engine, designed to protect our greatest asset - the spirit of American innovation and entrepreneurship. We invest in bold ideas, emerging technologies, mission-driven student teams and young founders — ensuring they focus on solving critical national problems. 

Our non-dilutive funding cultivates a robust pipeline of talent and technology, solidifying America’s competitive advantage.

Are you building the future of national security innovation? 

IMPACT

We invest in talent & tech before others do. 

TECH AREAS OF FOCUS

Young founders defining the next frontier of technology

OUR PROGRAMS

CMP’s signature programs, Hacking for Defense (H4D) and Hacking for Diplomacy (H4Diplomacy), bring together interdisciplinary teams of diverse student innovators and young founders to solve real-world challenges provided by government agencies. These experiential learning opportunities create pathways for students to transform their ideas into actionable, scalable ventures—bridging the gap between academia, government, and industry.

Hacking for Defense®

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Hacking for Diplomacy

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New & Emerging

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PORTFOLIO

Young Founders Building Novel Solutions 

PARTNERS

We are powered by visionaries

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Our impact is made possible through the generous support of forward-thinking partners like Lockheed Martin and BMNT, whose contributions have helped fuel investment into student technology teams. By partnering with leading organizations committed to national security, The Fund drives real change, ensuring that the best ideas receive the support they need to succeed.

Want to help shape the future of defense innovation?

Washington DC | Palo Alto CA

Common Mission Project is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization |  Tax ID: 81-2345565

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