Digital Sandbox KC
Kansas City, Missouridigitalsandboxkc.com
Overview
Digital Sandbox KC is a proof-of-concept program that provides project funding, support, and resources to early-stage technology startups in the Kansas City region. The program supports innovations in areas like mobile apps, big data, software platforms, hardware, and health care IT. It does not take an equity position in the companies it funds. Awardees receive up to $20,000 in project financing to cover expenses for personnel, market research, prototyping, and beta testing. The program is part of the Technology Venture Studio, which is housed within the UMKC Innovation Center.
Portfolio Companies
12
Website
digitalsandboxkc.comInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cyphra Autonomy | Sep 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Trially AI | Jan 2024 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| AskSAMIE | Jul 2022 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Love Lifesciences | Jul 2021 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Splitsy | Dec 2020 | Grant | Co-investor |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.