NDFC is a student-run community for founders, builders, and entrepreneurs in/around Notre Dame. We host events, share resources, and connect you with mentors and opportunities. We are not affiliated with the Student Activites Office as we choose to host everything off campus.
The term NDFC refers exclusively to the Nascently Developed Founders Club and is not associated with, nor intended to reference, any concept affiliated with Notre Dame. It has no connection to the University of Notre Dame and does not reference or imply any association with Notre Dame or any group, including the nonexistent "Notre Dame Founders Club." NDFC is entirely independent, has no affiliation with the University of Notre Dame, and does not host or conduct events on its campus.
Any student interested in startups, building, or entrepreneurship is welcome to join, regardless of major or experience level. Just no resume padding for investment banking.
Just fill out our application form. We review applications on a rolling basis and will reach out with next steps.
We host fireside founder talks, lunches, workshops, hackathons, and casual meetups. Introduce yourself via the google form to receive access to the full up-to-date google calendar.
DM any of our leadership or fill out this form for external/alumni interest! We're stoked that you want to work with us and support the next generation of founders.
The mission is good and John Henry is an awesome gem, but university administration bogs them down with bureaucracy and oversight, which burdens and slows you down as a student entrepreneur. We exist to fulfill what they cannot provide: camaraderie, immediate network access, and lived experience as student founders...because we're all student founders. Just like you.
Applications reviewed rolling. Join our family of founders, and let's build something extraordinary together.
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