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Featured Proposals

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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Equity Investment - Seed Stage
Innovative Swipe-Based Hiring & Job-Discovery Platform Raising $250k-$5M For Onboarding & Marketing
  Required Amount $5,000,000
  Minimum Investment $100,000
  Region Outside USA
  Stage Finished Product
  Investor Role Any


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A Pet App That Connects Pet Owners for Pet Playdates
Our app addresses the critical issue of social isolation among both pets and humans in a post-COVID world by facilitating pet playdates and fostering genuine connections through shared pet experiences.
  Required Amount $50,000
  Minimum Investment $500
  Region Illinois
  Stage Pre-Startup/R&D
  Investor Role Silent


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BUY GREECE LLC
The fastest-growing U.S. real estate company focused on Greek property, outpacing Sotheby’s and Christie’s, with exclusive developer access, 32 in-house marketers, and offices in both Greece and the U.S. BUY GREECE is redefining int. real estate.
  Required Amount $2,000,000
  Minimum Investment $25,000
  Region Illinois
  Stage Finished Product
  Investor Role Any


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Illinois Investors

United States > Illinois

I am a husband and father in my mid-30s living in the west suburbs of Chicago with extensive experience in running teams and large business pursuits and projects. My Purdue Engineering degree has led me to create highly successful business and project plans for efficiency and growth. I have a personal, professional, and financial passion for pushing the envelope and supporting / learning about new technology and business. To date, my investing experience lies within my company and financial assets, however, as an individual investor looking for and advisory or silent role, I believe my experience and skill set will compliment a well-though out business plan.

$0 to $75,000

United States > Illinois

I have over 7 years in transportation brokerage and real estate investment

$50,000 to $150,000

United States > Illinois

I'm managing a private debt fund called the Good Jobs Fund - a $20M fund sponsored by Kaiser Permanente. We're focused on supporting small businesses that produce quality jobs in Kaiser's core markets: CA, GA, OR, WA, HI, CO, MD, VA, DC. We offer senior debt with more flexible terms and creative structures than traditional commercial banks can accommodate. We're targeting cash-flow positive companies with at least $5-10M in sales. Avg. loan size: $1-3M.

$500,000 to $4,000,000

United States > Illinois

I'm a young business man looking to invest some of my hard earned money, into some profitable business. I'm looking to expand my revenue and business relationships. I have very little investment experience, but I have owned a company of my own for the past year. I own a call center, and we promote heart checks and timeshares

$10,000 to $500,000

United States > Illinois

I am keen on investing in a lucrative, calculated viable business, either by partnership or as a financier, I will welcome any profitable business plan/proposal (Long or short term). I will be willing to invest independently. I am a sincere and straightforward individual when it comes to business. I am ready to increase or reduce the investment sum to meet with the required amount, provided you will guarantee good returns for my investments.

$1,500,000 to $100,000,000

United States > Illinois

Small family office in southwest IL (near STL). We are currently building out a private equity portfolio of companies with high growth potential. We will also consider a minority stake in a cash flow positive corporation or partnership. Able to provide some expertise and support in an advisory capacity if needed. Our firm values integrity and transparency, which we expect from our business partners. If you reach out to us, we do have a quick questionnaire we may send if your pitch deck/proposal is missing some of the elements we typically look for. We prefer local (Illinois and St Louis) businesses, but will consider any US opportunities that meet our criteria.

$10,000 to $250,000

United States > Illinois

Not married, 60 years young, previous business owner, college education, know or can find laws & regulations, operations hands on savvy. Interest in a working partnership where I can help expedite profitability by helping and contributing to its success. I do not want to be a silent partner

$5,000 to $75,000

United States > Illinois

Experienced real estate investor

$25,000 to $100,000