Investment Philosophy
For investors, impact & ROI need not be mutually exclusive:
THE OPPORTUNITY
AIF is a venture and growth capital investment firm focused on revolutionizing the treatment of behavioral health, mental health, and complex chronic conditions. Together, these markets represent a $1.15 trillion opportunity.
1 in 31 children receive an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis.
1 in 6 children live with a neurodevelopment disorder (NDD).
1 in 5 individuals live with a diagnosed mental health condition.
Building on our reputation as the investment and innovation arm of the autism community, we invest in pioneering early- and growth-stage companies that address gaps and inefficiencies in our target market.
We are strategic investors and hands-on partners with deep sector expertise and an ecosystem-driven approach. We leverage our relationships across healthcare, research, advocacy, and policy to help our portfolio companies scale, commercialize, and drive real impact. Our unique ability to bridge capital, industry, and innovation delivers outsized returns.
THE IMPACT
At AIF, we hold ourselves accountable to the millions of people worldwide affected by behavioral health, mental health, and complex chronic conditions.
We are building a portfolio that addresses comprehensive care for this population, supporting the community from early childhood through adulthood.
We identify passionate founders who are addressing pain points head-on, and work with them to develop sustainable business models that will yield returns for both the community and investors.
Through our ecosystem approach of investing, we seek to cultivate a collaborative network of portfolio companies, corporate partners, nonprofits, academic institutions, and families to drive transformative innovation in this sector.
WHAT WE STAND FOR
Leverage an ecosystem approach to improve target population outcomes
Harness AI for treatment optimization and insights
Create holistic, future models of care that deliver comprehensive support
Expedite precise, personalized treatments that improve outcomes
Democratize access to care for underserved communities
Advance platforms that enable employment, independence, and financial security