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Featured Proposals

Scalable E-Commerce Direct-to-Consumer Food & Retail Brand
This is a unique opportunity to invest in a scalable, high-growth D2C food business. Initial funding of $600K will drive revenue of $1.5M in Year 1, with operating profits of ~$300K. This will provide short-term returns and long-term equity upside.
  Required Amount $600,000
  Minimum Investment $37,500
  Region Illinois
  Stage Pre-Startup/R&D
  Investor Role Advisory


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A Patented Invention: Birthday Card for Jesus
Patented Outdoor Christmas Decoration
  Required Amount $100,000
  Minimum Investment $10,000
  Region Midwest
  Stage Finished Product
  Investor Role Silent


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Heating and air conditioning company looking for growth investor
Heating and air conditioning servicing the Chicagoland area. We specialize is residential, light commercial, and light refrigeration services. We'd like to expand our customers base and become more sustainable.
  Required Amount $500,000
  Minimum Investment $100,000
  Region Illinois
  Stage Profitable
  Investor Role Silent


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W.R.I. — Investment Opportunity Overview
W.R.I. is a tech-enhanced family entertainment venue bringing a modern roller-skating experience to Waukegan. We combine recreation with youth programs and school partnerships, generating strong revenue and community impact.
  Required Amount $2,750,000
  Minimum Investment $25,000
  Region Illinois
  Stage Pre-Startup/R&D
  Investor Role Any


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Luxury Riverfront Event Venue in Downtown Geneva
Invest in a luxury event venue and the development of a prime piece of downtown Geneva real estate.
  Required Amount $600,000
  Minimum Investment $100,000
  Region Illinois
  Stage Pre-Startup/R&D
  Investor Role Silent


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Large-scale, immersive drive-thru holiday light show investment proposal – 2026 Season Launch
S.O.C is a drive-thru holiday light show featuring millions of synchronized pixel lights, themed scenes, and music. A seasonal, high-demand attraction built for families, fun, and unforgettable holiday memories.
  Required Amount $2,000,000
  Minimum Investment $75,000
  Region Illinois
  Stage Pre-Startup/R&D
  Investor Role Any


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Wellness Travel Destination, Healing with Horses, Regenerative Farming, and Living Community
Renovation Love Sanctuary is a one-of-a-kind retreat center and visionary living community in Elburn, IL, reimagining both rural agritourism and wellness travel. Imagine luxury glamping, endless self-care options, adventures, and community dinners.
  Required Amount $10,000,000
  Minimum Investment $1,000
  Region Illinois
  Stage Pre-Startup/R&D
  Investor Role Any


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Curated Third Place
A boutique café blending artisanal coffee, thoughtful wines, and a rotating selection of beautifully chosen goods. Designed as a modern third place, offering space to linger, connect, and discover new favorite things.
  Required Amount $300,000
  Minimum Investment $25,000
  Region Illinois
  Stage Pre-Startup/R&D
  Investor Role Any


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Pool Hall Start Up
Location For Start Up Pool Hall Bar In Need Of Full Build Out. This South Loop Location Is Uniquely Located In Dense High Rise Residential Area. Rent Abatement Being Offered By Property Owner To Reduce Long Term Debt Exposure.
  Required Amount $450,000
  Minimum Investment $75,000
  Region Illinois
  Stage Pre-Startup/R&D
  Investor Role Silent


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Illinois Investors

United States > Illinois

Owner of successful tech company in Chicago, looking to invest in early stage companies in the technology space.

$20,000 to $750,000

United States > Illinois

Experienced real estate investor

$25,000 to $100,000

United States > Illinois

Executive and private investor.

$100,000 to $200,000

United States > Illinois

I’m a Corporate Banker by trade and looking to invest in the right team with my personal capital. I am highly analytical and understand numbers quite well . I am a trainee accountant and have worked at big 4 accounting firms before making a switch to banking . In my current role I am a Vice President specializing in Securitization.

$5,000 to $100,000

United States > Illinois

I’m an investor that works in cybersecurity sales and have had multiple investments over the last couple of years ranging from real estate property flips to retail businesses to automotive sales. Most recently, I worked 500+ hours on my real estate flip, doing framing, flooring, plumbing, and etc. myself resulting in over $50k net profit I can be a hands-on investor and assist either physically or on the backend. My spouse is an attorney and a CPA whereas myself, I’m in sales and a hands-on guy. I have my wife’s buy in to assist with legal and tax matters as well. I can be a silent partner or an involved partner.

$1,000 to $25,000

United States > Illinois

Chicago based, former business owner and commercial real estate owner. Currently serve the retirement living and seniors housing industries as a investment sales broker. Able to serve in an advisory role to real estate developers and technology companies.

$250,000 to $2,500,000

United States > Illinois

I am a 39 y/o professional in the financial services industry. I am looking to invest in high growth people and companies, and bring a large network of investors/advisors with me. I can be passive or active in the individual investment.

$10,000 to $2,500,000

United States > Illinois

Private investor with interest in Mexican businesses.

$0 to $5,000