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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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We accelerate all shades of genius

Through evidence-based entrepreneurship programs, mentorship, technical assistance, and direct services we accelerate the growth of BIPOC-led enterprises in North Texas and beyond -- APPLY TO SPRING 2021 PROGRAM

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We BUILD inclusive communities.

Through collective impact initiatives, community building events, narrative change, and solidarity summits we mobilize, inspire, and activate communities to move towards self-actualization.

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We take an integrated approach.

We address the systemic and structural barriers to access to capital for BIPOC communities by providing patient equity and flexible debt capital to build economic power and create community wealth.

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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.

65

Founders Trained

44

Companies Supported

$1.2M

Capital Raised

46

Jobs Created

90

Mentors Engaged

1300+

Training & Mentor Hours

What We Do

We eliminate the social and economic barriers for BIPOC communities to build generational wealth through inclusive entrepreneurship, community wealth building, and integrated capital.

We Build Inclusive Communities

We host community learning networking events, industry insight panels, solidarity summits, and corporate/impact themed hackathons to build a more inclusive and diverse ecosystem.

We Accelerate Genius

Our accelerator programs provide critical mentorship, education, technical assistance, connections, and resources for BIPOC and Women-led enterprises.

We Take an Integrated Approach

We invest, lend, and grant integrated capital to increase racial equity, build economic power, create community wealth, and stimulate local economic growth.

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What Our Founders Say

“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

The Latest News

Introducing Impact Ventures Spring 2021 Accelerator Fellows

Introducing Impact Ventures Spring 2021 Accelerator Fellows

2 months ago

As North Texas’s premier accelerator program for under-estimated women and founders of color, Impact Ventures…

Impact Ventures receives $450,000 in multi-year grant from Communities Foundation of Texas

Impact Ventures receives $450,000 in multi-year grant from Communities Foundation of Texas

4 months ago

Dallas, TX: Impact Ventures recently became the recipient of a catalytic multi-year investment totaling $450,000…

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DALLAS, TX (April, 14, 2021) – Impact Ventures announced today that Jabian Consulting will support…

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