PenFed Foundation Veteran Entrepreneur Investment Program (VEIP)
PenFed Foundation
Eligibility
Vet-owned businesses; competitive selection for funding + advisory.
Award
Capital + advisory support
Deadlines
Annual · Annual (check PenFed Foundation)
Editor's take
Capital amounts and structure evolve year to year.
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