Nichole Like
We are excited to announce that The Pantheon has been awarded a $40,000 community grant from the Community Collaboration Fund(CCF) distributed by Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC).
In an effort to nurture the dreams of young entrepreneurs, the grant will support the “Pantheon First Founders: Igniting Innovation in Young Minds” program. The program will offer students specialized training, community mentorship, ecosystem connections, and experiential learning in partnership with local businesses. Pantheon First Founders will offer a comprehensive entrepreneurial educational experience to local high school students.
“The Pantheon has been focused on fostering innovation and supporting entrepreneurs since its founding,” said Nichole Like, CEO of The Pantheon. “Alongside our partners,Vincennes University and Elmer Buchta Technology Center, the CCF grant will help us to continue supporting this mission.”
IEDC introduced the CCF grant in 2023 to focus on accelerating the entrepreneurial resources available to high school students in Indiana. More than 80 applicants applied for the 2024 CCF grants, with The Pantheon being chosen along with 31 other projects.
"Indiana already ranks number two in the nation for starting a business, and these unique and collaborative projects are set to propel our entrepreneurial ecosystem to even greater heights,” said Indiana Secretary of Commerce David Rosenberg.Pantheon First Founders is expected to launch end of 2024.
