Network-to-Capital Initiative
The Network-to-Capital Initiative is a flagship equity-free and cost-free program designed to support emerging entrepreneurs — including veterans, immigrants, Ukrainians, and other underrepresented founders — in converting trusted relationships into strategic growth and responsible capital pathways.
Led by Grand Founders, the initiative convenes vetted founders, strategic partners, family offices, and institutional leaders in a structured, values-driven environment focused on long-term enterprise resilience, economic development, and national security.
All candidates must complete the application form: https://forms.gle/fs9PdDfjFkQcusoB8.
Applicants must also:
- Register on Validus and join the Network-to-Capital community: https://validus.nexus/trust-hub/community?communityId=6ab36314-ed57-4d7c-ac1e-c460fee07242
- Follow the community channel on Validus, where all program updates, announcements, and official communications will be shared.
April 16, 2026 — Application deadline
April 20, 2026 (NYC) — Welcome reception https://validus.nexus/events/event?eventId=a2fd1c99-4e80-45fe-ab50-4219ea631889
Late April — Preparation & Readiness Phase (mentor sessions and readiness assessment)
May 1, 2026 — Official start of the 90-Day Execution Phase
If there are any questions regarding the application or the program, please contact us at hello@gfounders.org
Application Process and Timeline:
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Network-to-Capital Initiative
The Network-to-Capital Initiative is a flagship equity-free and cost-free program designed to support emerging entrepreneurs — including veterans, immigrants, Ukrainians, and other underrepresented founders — in converting trusted relationships into strategic growth and responsible capital pathways.
Led by Grand Founders, the initiative convenes vetted founders, strategic partners, family offices, and institutional leaders in a structured, values-driven environment focused on long-term enterprise resilience, economic development, and national security.
Application Process and Timeline:
All candidates must complete the application form: https://forms.gle/fs9PdDfjFkQcusoB8
Applicants must also:
- Register on Validus and join the Network-to-Capital community: https://validus.nexus/trust-hub/community?communityId=6ab36314-ed57-4d7c-ac1e-c460fee07242
- Follow the community channel on Validus, where all program updates, announcements, and official communications will be shared.
April 16, 2026 — Application deadline
April 20, 2026 (NYC) — Welcome reception https://validus.nexus/events/event?eventId=a2fd1c99-4e80-45fe-ab50-4219ea631889
Late April — Preparation & Readiness Phase (mentor sessions and readiness assessment)
May 1, 2026 — Official start of the 90-Day Execution Phase
If there are any questions regarding the application or the program, please contact us at hello@gfounders.org
APPLY