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Featured Proposals

Investment for Growth, short term 30% ROI
We are a travel baseball tournament organization having been around for two years. We have expanded quickly and looking for investors looking for a 30% ROI by January 1, 2027.
  Required Amount $30,000
  Minimum Investment $10,000
  Region Illinois
  Stage Profitable
  Investor Role Silent


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Investment for AI Platform for Family Planning and Funerals
BestFarewell is an AI-powered pre-loss planning platform that helps families organize estates, document final wishes, and preserve memories before crisis hits. Sold B2B2C to employers as a voluntary benefit, with funeral home and advisor channels.
  Required Amount $1,000,000
  Minimum Investment $50,000
  Region Illinois
  Stage Finished Product
  Investor Role Any


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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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Illinois Investors

United States > Illinois

we provides financing and management assistance primarily to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) through factoring in california and internationally. The company offers various factoring services, including international factoring, recourse factoring, non-recourse factoring, maturity factoring, indirect factoring, and full factoring, as well as financing for SMEs. It also involves in various leasing activities comprising nautical leasing, property leasing, equipment leasing, and vehicle leasing. In addition, the company provides Rendimax, an online savings account. It also serves large enterprises, business people, and private individuals.

$200,000 to $5,000,000

United States > Illinois

Specialized Investment Bank

$500,000 to $50,000,000

United States > Illinois

Director level manufacturing professional with 25 years of experience looking for an opportunity where I can leverage my experience to drive growth and cut costs. Currently residing in Illinois but planning to relocate to the Texas Hill Country mid 2020.

$100,000 to $3,000,000

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 an CFO of technology start up that has raised over $40M. My background is accounting and M&A consulting, I hold CPA and CFA. My specialties are financial advising, financial and operating models and I currently oversee digital marketing strategy at my Company. I am looking to invest as a silent partner or for the right opportunity become more involved or get some of my many contacts involved in a new opportunity.

$5,000 to $400,000

United States > Illinois

Operated a business for many years, know HVAC market really well.

$0 to $150,000

United States > Illinois

40, Chicago, IL (suburbs). Serial entrepreneur. Multiple businesses. Great at generating leads, SEO, logistics, growing a company, and management.

$50,000 to $150,000

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