The Mid-America Angels (MAA), a regional network of high net-worth investors ("angels") dedicated to identifying and funding the most promising start-up businesses in the Kansas-Missouri region, announced that through year-end 2008, the MAA has made 19 investments in 14 companies totaling over $4,300,000.

Founded in 2006, the MAA has grown from 24 charter members to 102 members, currently. The MAA has continued to draw the attention of companies and individuals from the region seeking funding. To date, over 300 business plans have been submitted and reviewed for consideration.

If you would like to learn more about becoming a member of, or submitting a business plan to, the MAA, please visit www.midamericaangels.com.