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Training future investors to support diverse founders and alternative capital

RAIN, an initiative of Startup Tucson and it's many regional partners, is working to build a local and diverse investor pipeline for the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Southern Arizona. We aim to fuel the growth of the next generation of Southern Arizona startups by growing the investor pool for local startups to include investors from all backgrounds. Our goal of improving access to capital is especially targeted at bridging funding gaps for businesses led by BIPOC and under-represented founders.

Check our past RAIN workshops below.

Apply to become a member to participate in future workshops.

Member Workshops

  • Understanding Early-Stage Investment Contracts
    Understanding Early-Stage Investment Contracts
    Wed, Apr 24
    Tucson
    Apr 24, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
    Tucson, 44 N Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA
    Apr 24, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
    Tucson, 44 N Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA
    In this class, our amazing guest speaker Andrew Polito will delve into the world of funding instruments, including Convertible Notes, SAFE Notes, and other key investment tools.
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  • RAIN: Navigating Friends and Family Financing
    RAIN: Navigating Friends and Family Financing
    Thu, Mar 14
    Tucson
    Mar 14, 2024, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Tucson, 44 N Stone Tucson, AZ 85745
    Mar 14, 2024, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Tucson, 44 N Stone Tucson, AZ 85745
    Are you considering investing in a friend or family member's business venture, or are you an entrepreneur seeking funding to fuel your business growth? Join us for an insightful workshop led by David Dicosola, a seasoned investor who has successfully transitioned from entrepreneurship to investment.
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  • 2023 Angel Investor Dinner: Community Edition!
    2023 Angel Investor Dinner: Community Edition!
    Thu, Oct 26
    Tucson
    Oct 26, 2023, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Tucson, 1600 East Idea Lane, Tucson, AZ 85713, USA
    Oct 26, 2023, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Tucson, 1600 East Idea Lane, Tucson, AZ 85713, USA
    In partnership with Desert Angels, we're excited to once again bring back our Pre-TENWEST Angel Investor Dinner on October 26, 2023. This event is invite only for IdeaFunding Finalists and Startup Tucson RAIN Members.
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Want to help make it Rain in Southern Arizona?

 

This program is made possible with funding from the EDA Capital Challenge

and additional regional partners.

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Questions?

Email Keneshia Raymond, Director of Programs & Access to Capital​​

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