Innovate Springfield

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2025 UIS Day of Giving
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Innovation is at the heart of progress, and Innovate Springfield is committed to supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs, problem-solvers, and changemakers. As the UIS innovation and business incubator, we provide the resources, mentorship, and collaborative space that empower faculty, staff, students, and the community to transform ideas into impact.

Make a gift today to fuel innovation and support aspiring entrepreneurs!

Examples of how your gifts can make an impact:

  • $500 supports travel for students to attend pitch competitions in Chicago.
  • $250 provides a scholarship for a student to attend an 8-week entrepreneurial training program. Provides travel funding for a student or startup team to attend a national pitch competition or accelerator program
  • $100 โ€“ Covers the cost of a professional development workshop or business certification for an aspiring entrepreneur
  • $50 โ€“ Funds a student membership to a national entrepreneurship or industry organization

Give today and help build the next generation of changemakers!


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