The Ki Method
How we work
The aim of Ki is to invest in great business ideas that originate from people with disabilities. Ki will work closely with each entrepreneur to transform their idea into
a business using the Ki Growth Methodology.
This will be achieved by providing the start-up with a business infrastructure and sector/skill relevant mentor who will partner with them on their business journey. The objective is allow the entrepreneur to focus purely on their skill set and
expertise and Ki will focus on the rest.
Investment
Ki can invest between £10,000 - £250,000 into the businesses that it selects.
Investment will typically be in return for a small negotiable equity stake but Ki is open to discussing alternative investment instruments - e.g. A Convertible Loan.
Grants of up to £10,000 can also be offered for not for profit / social enterprises through our charity: The Kaleidoscope Foundation.
Eligibility criteria
Ki is committed to listen to each and every applicant that approaches them.
Our ethos applies a #NoBarriersToBusiness mindset so the disabled entrepreneur
does not need to have any business experience or knowledge, nor do they need to pay
any upfront fees. A simple explanation of their business idea will suffice, as will an extensive business plan from an existing business.
To be eligible for an investment, either the entrepreneur or someone on their team should have a disability (as defined under the Equality Act 2010) that can be evidenced. If this isn't the case, then the business must focus on a disability related purpose.
Ki offer to work with disabled entrepreneurs that either wish to start their own business as either;
a) a private limited company
b) set up a social enterprise
c) set up a charity/not for profit organisation
The next step
Once you are ready, please complete the Investment Application Form click here or on 'Apply to Ki' on the main navigation menu at the top of the page and we will be in touch.