Local Investment Network
What is a Local Investment Network?
A Local Investment Network is a community-based system that connects local investors with businesses and projects in their own region. Instead of relying solely on outside funding sources, these networks keep capital circulating within the community—supporting small businesses, creating jobs, and building long-term economic resilience. By fostering relationships between entrepreneurs and local investors, a Local Investment Network encourages investment in projects that matter most to the community, while allowing investors to see tangible, local impacts from their support.
Investors
An investor is a person or business that provides funding to help another business grow, launch a new project, or achieve a specific goal. In the context of the Local Investment Network, an investor uses their own resources—often money, but sometimes expertise or other forms of support—to back a local business or development project they believe in.
Investors typically receive something in return for their investment, which could be financial returns (such as interest or profit-sharing) or other agreed-upon benefits. In a local investment model, the focus goes beyond profit—it’s also about strengthening the local economy, supporting entrepreneurs, and creating lasting community impact.
By becoming an investor with LINK, you’re not just funding a business—you’re helping shape the future of Kittitas County.
If you are interested in becoming an investor in this program, please apply here: LINK Investor Application.
Businesses
For a business, joining the Local Investment Network means gaining access to a pool of local investors who are committed to helping you grow. These investors aren’t just providing funding—they’re partners in your success, offering the capital, connections, and sometimes expertise needed to launch a new project, expand operations, or bring an idea to life.
By participating in LINK, your business has the opportunity to present directly to community members who believe in investing locally and want to see Kittitas County thrive. This isn’t just about raising funds—it’s about building relationships, gaining visibility, and welcoming investors who are passionate about supporting local enterprises.
When you join LINK, you’re stepping into a network designed to match great local ideas with the resources they need to succeed.
Businesses interested in joining the LINK program to connect with local investors and growth opportunities can apply here: LINK Business Application.
Upcoming Information Sessions
Investor Info Session:
September 15, 2026 @ 5:00-6:00 p.m. @ Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce Board Room
609 N Main Street, Ellensburg, WA 98926
Business Info Session:
September 16, 2025 @ 5:00-6:00 p.m. @ Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce Board Room
609 N Main Street, Ellensburg, WA 98926
Workshop Sessions
Business Workshop:
Building Your Pitch
October 21, 2025 @ 6:00-8:00 p.m. @ Virtual Via Zoom (link provided after registration)
Investor Workshop:
Why Invest?
October 22, 2025 @ 5:00-7:00 p.m. @ Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce Board Room
609 N Main Street, Ellensburg, WA 98926
Pitch Networking Day
LINK Pitch Evening – Networking & Local Investment Connections
Join us on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at The Ridge Event Center for the Local Investment Network for Kittitas County (LINK) Pitch Evening—a night dedicated to building connections between local businesses and community investors.
This engaging event will feature local entrepreneurs sharing their business ideas and growth plans with potential investors who are passionate about keeping capital and opportunity here in Kittitas County. Whether you’re a business seeking funding or an investor looking to support high-impact local projects, this is your chance to connect, collaborate, and be part of shaping our community’s economic future.