Entrepreneurs Launchpad Fund (ELF)
ELF aims to help underserved student entrepreneurs launch new businesses by assisting in funding startup costs.
Applications open January 2025.
Launchpad 2024 Competition is on April 24, 2025.
Dominican University
Brennan School of Business
7900 West Division Street
River Forest, IL 60305
An Opportunity for Your Small Business
While 99% of all US-based businesses are small businesses,
only 3% of minority and women led startups are funded by VC's.
What is the ELF Process?
Apply
Register your intention to participate in Launchpad 2025 by completing the simple Application Form. Complete the application anytime before March 21, 2025.
Submit Business Summary
Finalist Presentation Prep
Finalists will be selected by April 4, 2025. If selected to be one of five finalists, you will need to prepare a full presentation (template will be provided) and an updated Business Executive Summary.
Launchpad Pitch Event
Present your business to an Investment Committee at the Launchpad 2025 event on
April 24, 2025, from 3:00-5:30 PM at Dominican University.
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Prepare and submit a 2-3 page Business Executive Summary. Submit through email to
Jasmine Cosio
by March 28, 2025.
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