Forging innovation

from prototype

to IMPACT.

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Our Mission

FORGE is a nonprofit on a mission to help innovators with physical products navigate the journey from prototype to commercialization and impact—at scale.

Who We Serve

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FORGE works with innovative companies creating physical products and components, from consumer products to aerospace and everything in between.

What We Do

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We provide the tools innovators need to scale, from manufacturing education to right-fit connections to our diverse network of suppliers.

Why Engage with FORGE?

500+

suppliers

670+

startups

>87%

Survival Rate for FORGE Supported Startups

FORGE brings together forward-thinking businesses through mutually valuable manufacturing and supply chain connections.

Don’t just take our word for it.

The connections we FORGE tell a story.
The Sunny Period Cup and Applicator

Sunny: Simplifying menstrual care with an easy applicator

Dr. Richard Swartwout cutting the ribbon at Active Surfaces' new facility, with cofounder Shiv Bhakta and team members

Active Surfaces: making solar power more flexible

SedMed founder Jeremy Bronen in the workshop with an oversized funding check from FORGE

Success Story: SedMed

Upcoming Events

FORGE Spring Showcase: Celebrating 10 Years of Impact

FORGE Spring Showcase: Celebrating 10 Years of Impact

An exciting evening of networking, demonstrations of prototypes, and celebrating 10 years of FORGE's Manufacturing Initiative.

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