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Read Our 2022 Impact Report

Since 2017, Impact Ventures has impacted over 3500 people through networking events, hackathons, entrepreneurial training programs, and more. check out our most recent Impact Report from 2022!

2022 Impact Report

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We accelerate all shades of genius

Our accelerator programs provide critical mentorship, education, technical assistance, connections, and resources for diverse and under-resourced entrepreneurs. -- APPLY TO OUR SPRING 2024 ACCELERATOR PROGRAM

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We envision a world where access, opportunity, and prosperity is shared.

Grounded in systems change, Impact Ventures works to create more diverse, equitable, and just society by removing the social and economic barriers for marginalized communities to thrive in a 21st century economy.

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Our Mission

To Accelerate and Invest in All Shades of Genius

By Founders, For Founders

As Founders, we understand the challenges being faced at this stage in the game. We leverage our network and experience to help you build a healthy business.

Diversity As a Strength

We see diversity as a strength and not a weakness. We leverage the powerful moments within your lived experience to unlock the genius already inside you.

Community Driven

At Impact, we go further together than we can alone. We considered each other family and help each other succeed at all costs. One win is a win for all.

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What We Do

We eliminate the social and economic barriers for under-estimated communities to build generational wealth through ecosystem building, inclusive entrepreneurship, and integrated capital.

Ecosystem Building

We activate community connections through intentional networking events, industry panel discussion, educational summits, and corporate engagement to build a more inclusive and diverse entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Inclusive Entrepreneurship

We take a trauma-informed care approach to supporting entrepreneurs through our high-touch business development programs. Each program provides industry and stage specific education, mentorship, technical assistance, and business development resources for achieve next level growth.

Integrated Capital

We offer a suite of flexible debt and patient equity capital products for under-resourced entrepreneurs to increase their capacity and growth opportunities to create generational wealth.

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Founders Trained

$23M

Capital Raised

425

Jobs Created

260

Mentors Engaged

5300

Training & Mentor Hours

What Our Founders Say

“This is an amazing, hands-on program! As a startup, it was great to understand which aspects of our business we needed to work on and how. We are now very confident in our value proposition, business model, and strategy which has put us in the optimal position to raise capital and scale. A huge thank you to the Impact team for believing in us and guiding us through our journey! <3 D&Z”

Delisa & Zach Harper

Co-Founder, Funky Mello

“Coming into Impact Ventures, I felt confident in my business and its potential, but was lost at how to grow it. Now, just 9 weeks later, I have so much clarity on the specific steps I will take to grow my business to the next level, and I’m excited for the future!”

Mia Francis-Poulin

Founder & CEO, The Copy Haus

“Impact Ventures has helped me feel more organized and confident about my business. I walked up to the start line, nervous that I wouldn’t have the knowledge or skills to prove my business belonged in this race. In just 10 weeks I’ve gained reassurance that I’m on the right course, that I have what I need to keep moving forward, and that there will be aid stations along the way. My business is still in the early miles, but the marathon is far from over, and I have a solid plan and strategies to scale and grow.”

Kimberly Daly

Founder & CEO, Mama Love

“Being invited into Impact Ventures has been an answered prayer. Going through this accelerator has set my business up for success beyond belief. Lucy, Holly and Ben are truly changing lives and businesses forever. The community that has been built will help the ecosystem of entrepreneurs for years to come. Understanding my business on a deeper level has helped me dig deeper in certain areas and pivot where needed. If you receive the opportunity to jump on this journey, I would do everything you can to lean in and make the most of it. The team and community is in your corner and the resources are next level. This has been one of my businesses greatest assets so far and I can’t wait to see where we go next! “

Elijah Ruiz

Founder & CEO, Vidabowls

“My Accelerator experience was phenomenal!!! I am grateful for all the support I have received and the progress I have been able to make with my company. I was able to start scaling my company using a brand new offer by the last week of the Accelerator. I am able to articulate the numbers for my business and have a clear vision of how to double my business for the next 3 years!”

Tandy Caraway

Founder & CEO, College Mode Academy

“Being accepted to the Impact Venture cohort helped prepare us to be able to take on the next stage. The mentorship of Impact Venture Accelerator has helped us grow as business leaders.”

Emanuel Green

Co-Founder & CPO, Exgratias

“Since this is my first startup, being accepted to Impact Ventures cohort has helped us with the much needed educational and mentorship support to try and realize the goals and vision, Honestly, the IV team and mentors have played a vital role in introducing and educating us on the key pillars for a startup’s success. We hope to build on this base and continue working with the IV team and mentors to meet our goals and succeed in our vision.”

Sandeep Apsangi

Founder & CEO, HVAC Intel

“When we first applied to be part of the Impact Ventures’ cohort, I had no idea how important it was going to be for me personally or our company. As a company, we were reeling when COVID-19 hit and shut down live sports. All our plans changed. Benjamin [Vann] and team helped us pivot, find SBA funding, kept us positive, and focused, “Personally, I never knew how much rejection there would be from all sides while running a startup. Impact Ventures gave me a safe space to take a break from ‘rejection’ and think about traction, momentum, and success.”

Kelly Pracht

Co-Founder & CEO, NVenue Inc.

“Being accepted to the Impact Venture cohort helped our team gain more exposure in the startup landscape. We were able to learn more about the possibility of investors taking interest in our business. At the conclusion of the program, Impact Ventures hosted a ‘Demo Day’ where the startups in the program were able to pitch their businesses. We are happy to announce that we were voted the Most Innovative Startup and the Favorite Startup.”

David McDonald

Co-Founder & CEO, Education PowerED

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Our Mission

By Founders, For Founders

Diversity As a Strength

Community Driven

What We Do

Ecosystem Building

Inclusive Entrepreneurship

Integrated Capital

What Our Founders Say

“Coming into Impact Ventures, I felt confident in my business and its potential, but was lost at how to grow it. Now, just 9 weeks later, I have so much clarity on the specific steps I will take to grow my business to the next level, and I’m excited for the future!”

“Being accepted to the Impact Venture cohort helped prepare us to be able to take on the next stage. The mentorship of Impact Venture Accelerator has helped us grow as business leaders.”

The Latest News

IMPACT VENTURES LAUNCHES THE PNC COMMUNITY MICRO EQUITY FUND SUPPORTED BY PNC FOUNDATION $500,000 GRANT

Impact Ventures HQ is New Host Location for 1 Million Cups Dallas

The Official IV Holiday Gift Guide

Impact Ventures Announces 2024 Board Slate

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