Calvin Shindo Student Venture Fund
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The Calvin Shindo Student Venture Fund is a student-run, seed investment fund for early-stage companies founded by students and recent alumni of the University of Hawaii System. Operated by the Pacific Asian Center for Entrepreneurship (PACE) at UH Mānoa's Shidler College of Business, the fund provides pre-seed and seed stage investment with hands-on involvement from student investors.
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The Calvin Shindo Fund aims to provide pre-seed investment and support to deserving student ventures while nurturing the development of Hawaii's next generation of venture capital investors and entrepreneurs.
The fund accepts investment applications from current students from any of the 10 community colleges and universities within the University of Hawaii System and recent alumni from UH System institutions.
The fund operates on a no-compensation basis for student investors, focusing on educational experience rather than financial gain.
There is no cost to participate in the fund as it is designed to support student ventures.
The fund operates continuously, with investments made on an ongoing basis as opportunities arise.
The program requires a part-time commitment from student investors, allowing them to balance their studies with investment activities.
The fund operates in-person, with student investors actively involved in the investment process.
Applicants should focus on presenting a clear business model and demonstrate the potential for growth and impact.
Q: Who can apply for funding? A: Current students and recent alumni of the University of Hawaii System can apply for funding. Q: What is the maximum investment amount? A: The fund can invest up to $5,000 per company.
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