The Western Development Commission is a venture capital fund dedicated to the social and economic growth of Ireland's Western Region, covering Donegal, Leitrim, Sligo, Mayo, Roscommon, Galway, and Clare. It focuses on early-stage investments, including seed and series A rounds, in sectors like manufacturing, hardware, health tech, and transportation. Investment sizes vary to support promising businesses. Notable investments include CitySwift and FeelTect. The goal is to boost local economies by funding innovative businesses with significant regional impact.