Jim Kelley

Jim Kelley is the founder and Managing Partner of the Colorado Impact Fund. See sector focus and contact routes.

About Jim Kelley

Jim Kelley is the founder and Managing Partner of the Colorado Impact Fund, an early-stage impact venture capital firm in Denver that invests $500K–$3M (up to $6M with reserves) in high-growth Colorado companies delivering measurable community impact alongside market-rate returns. The fund targets sectors including community health, natural resource conservation, education, workforce development, and clean energy, with a distinctive double-bottom-line thesis requiring both positive social outcomes and conventional financial returns. Notable portfolio companies include Bhakti Chai (which received a $3M investment), Galvanize (a tech education startup), Simple Mills, and Friday Health Plans.

Jim Kelley at a glance

Role
Founder & Managing Partner
Location
Denver, CO, United States
Investor type
Venture Capital
Focus areas
Consumer Products & Services, Education & Training

Frequently asked about Jim Kelley

What does Jim Kelley invest in?
Jim Kelley at Jim Kelley (Angel) (Denver, CO, United States) — sector focus: Consumer Products & Services, Education & Training.
How do I contact Jim Kelley?
Jim Kelley's published profile links (website, LinkedIn or X where available) are listed on the StartupFundraising.com investor profile.
Where is Jim Kelley based?
Jim Kelley is based in Denver, CO, United States.

This profile is part of the StartupFundraising investor database: focus, portfolio history, disclosed location and contact routes, refreshed as new filings and rounds are ingested. Founders use it to check fit before reaching out and to find investors in Denver.

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