Application Period: September 21-October 21, 2022 5pm EST
Review Panels: November 14-30, 2022.
Winners Selected: Early December, 2022.
Funds Disbursed to Winners: Mid-December, 2022.
Capital is universally difficult to raise, and this is compounded when founders face unconscious bias, barriers to equal opportunity and historic under-representation. Equitable access to investment for underrepresented founders benefits all founders in our ecosystem. In recognition of this, Stream 1 of ventureLAB's Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund 2022, in partnership with York Region, will be awarding $10,000 of funding to nonprofit organizations promoting opportunities for underrepresented founders in the region.
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Some examples of eligible projects:
Innovation is relative and dynamic. We are seeking projects that will generate excitement and drive innovation, elevating sustainability in York Region and beyond while expanding inclusion, diversity, and accessibility.
What’s not supported by the fund for Stream 1?
Fund Guidelines
Evaluation Criteria
Eligible applications will be evaluated and scored based on:
Interested? Apply by submitting an application here. Applications close October 21, 2022 5PM EST.
ventureLAB is committed to contributing to levelling the playing field for underrepresented founders by opening more doors to capital. This year, the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund is awarding $10,000 of funding to 7 eligible companies comprised of underrepresented founders.
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Application Requirements
Some examples of eligible projects:
What’s not supported by the fund?
Fund Guidelines:
Evaluation Criteria:
Eligible applications will be evaluated and scored based on:
Interested? Apply by submitting an application here. Applications close October 21, 2022 5PM EST.