For Investors . . . 

This page lists resources of particular interest to institutions and individuals who invest in privately held growing companies.

National Association of Seed and Venture Funds
A membership organization of public agencies, state-sponsored private investors and public/private partnerships that seeks to facilitate investment in entrepreneurs. Education and networking are key programs.

National Association of Small Business Investment Companies  
A private-sector led partnership with the U.S. government, NASBIC sponsors educational programs for investors and entrepreneurs and promotes the interests of the Small Business Investment Community before Congress. 

National Venture Capital Association  
A private group that holds itself out as the leading public policy advocate for the venture capital and private equity industries. Their site contains an overview of the venture capital industry and other investor resources.

PWC Money Tree Survey  
A quarterly study conducted by PriceWaterhouseCoopers of equity investments made by the venture capital community in the U.S. A staple resource for data on the industry.

Venture Capital Firms Listing
From vfinance.com, a free alphabetical listing of venture capital firms throughout the country with basic contact information for each. For a fee, you can also conduct a search to identify funds who profile investments based on a profile you provide. 

Venture Capital Institute  
A leading provider of educational services to venture capital managers and private equity investors under the sponsorship of the NASBIC and the NVCA. Programs include an annual venture capital training programs.