Stead Impact Ventures

The website is working to build awareness about the organization’s groundbreaking vision for improving health and well-being globally by supporting innovators who are driving advancements in neurodegenerative disorders, mental health, and obesity.

The origin story starts with Jerre and Mary Joy Stead who are fierce believers in giving back. Jerre built a successful career leading 10-plus public companies, and their Stead Foundation has given more than $400 million to nonprofit organizations. It’s often best known for the UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital, home of The Wave!  Today, Stead Impact Ventures extends that commitment by investing in start-up companies that are bending the curve in areas of Alzheimer’s, ALS (Lou Gehrig’s), and more.

“Bending the Curve” serves as the central visual theme throughout the site. The inclusion of motion graphics brings this concept to life, offering a dynamic representation of the Stead Foundation’s impactful philanthropic work and its role in driving positive societal change.