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Network-To-Capital

Network-To-Capital

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:

APPLY

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

Donations & Grants Notice

Grand Founders does not accept unsolicited requests for donations or grants.

Philanthropic support is initiated by Grand Founders or extended by invitation.

This policy applies solely to grants and does not restrict partnerships or collaborations.

Grand Founders | 860 Broadway, New York, NY 10003

EIN 92-3725118 | D-U-N-S # 11-928-8666

Bloomberg LEI: 2549005M4XHC6DX2BC72

© 2026 Grand Founders Foundation. All rights reserved.

Donations & Grants Notice

Grand Founders does not accept unsolicited requests for donations or grants.

Philanthropic support is initiated by Grand Founders or extended by invitation.

This policy applies solely to grants and does not restrict partnerships or collaborations.

Grand Founders | 860 Broadway, New York, NY 10003

EIN 92-3725118 | D-U-N-S # 11-928-8666

Bloomberg LEI: 2549005M4XHC6DX2BC72

© 2026 Grand Founders Foundation. All rights reserved.

Donations & Grants Notice

Grand Founders does not accept unsolicited requests for donations or grants.

Philanthropic support is initiated by Grand Founders or extended by invitation.

This policy applies solely to grants and does not restrict partnerships or collaborations.

Grand Founders | 860 Broadway, New York, NY 10003

EIN 92-3725118 | D-U-N-S # 11-928-8666

Bloomberg LEI: 2549005M4XHC6DX2BC72

© 2026 Grand Founders Foundation. All rights reserved.