Description
Church & State Business Incubator is a community‑focused incubator that supports early‑stage entrepreneurs through mentorship, education, and access to startup resources. The program helps founders validate ideas, develop business models, and prepare for early funding opportunities.
Eligibility
• Idea‑stage or early‑stage startups
• First‑time or community‑based founders
• Innovation‑driven or small‑business concepts
• Willingness to participate in structured incubator programming
Process
Sourcing: Open applications, community outreach, local ecosystem referrals
Evaluation: Founder commitment, feasibility, and innovation potential
Engagement Model: Incubation, workshops, mentorship, and pitch support
Capital Structure: Equity‑free; non‑dilutive grants and partner funding
What an Applicant can Obtain
✔ Equity‑free incubation
✔ $0–$150K in non‑dilutive or partner‑based funding access
✔ Mentorship and founder education
✔ Pitch and business‑model development
✔ Local and regional ecosystem connections
