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Illinois INVENT — Venture Capital Program
State-funded direct equity capital program investing up to $6 million in Illinois-based startups in tech and key growth sectors, co-investing alongside private investors.
About this program
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Eligibility
Illinois-based startups in key growth industries eligible for up to $6 million in equity investment per company. INVENT participates on the same terms as private co-investors. Focuses on underserved communities and founders.
Requirements
- Must be an Illinois-based startup
- Must be raising a financing round with private co-investors
- INVENT participates on same terms as co-investors