Where Ideas Spark. Where Futures Ignite.
Got a vision that keeps you up at night? The Foundry is your workshop for transformation. Here, every UVA innovator can turn bold ideas into ventures that matter. This is where you start building your legacy.
The Foundry
The hub for creative types on Grounds
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Get help with your idea
Register to book a meeting with one of our mentors.
Shape Your Path
Chart Your Course → From first spark to full flame. Map your entrepreneurial journey with expert guides.
Power Up → Forge ahead with battle-tested resources and tools in our library.
Connect & Create → Get fired up with mentors who've mastered the craft of building ventures.
Join the Movement → Experience events that ignite creativity and forge lasting connections.
Spark Inspiration → Stories from founders who turned their spark into something extraordinary.
Why The Foundry?
We're not just another startup space – we're your innovation forge. A place where dreamers become builders, where ideas are hammered into impact, and where UVA's brightest minds come together to shape tomorrow. No matter your major or experience, your vision has a home here.
Light Your Spark
Ready to forge your future? The Foundry's fires are burning bright.
Get help with your idea
Register to book a meeting with one of our mentors.