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Startup accelerators

Accelerators put money and a deadline behind an early company. Find the ones that fit your stage and field, and what each one asks for.

To begin with

Accelerators to begin with

A few to begin with. The full list is below.

Accelerator programs and lists

The programs accelerators run, and lists that group them by field and place.

What an accelerator actually gives you

Money on set terms

A fixed investment for a fixed share, the same for every company in the batch. The terms differ more between programs than the brochures suggest, so read them before you apply.

A cohort and a clock

A few months, a group of companies at the same stage, and a deadline at the end. The deadline does more of the work than people expect.

Investors at the end

Demo day puts the whole batch in front of investors at once. What gets funded afterwards is still decided one company at a time.

Where do you sit

An accelerator looks different depending on your seat.

Accelerator programs taking applications

3 of the 54 programs these accelerators run are open. Terms and dates change. Check the official page before you act.

Accelerator

a16z speedrun

a16z's accelerator: up to $1M, $10M+ in credits and a 12-week in-person program in San Francisco.

Questions about accelerators

How much equity do accelerators take?
It varies. Many take between 5 and 10 percent for a fixed investment. Each program page shows the terms the program has published, and leaves a blank where it has not.
Is an accelerator the same as an incubator?
No. Accelerators run fixed cohorts with an investment and a demo day. Incubators are usually longer and looser, and often do not invest.
I work at an accelerator. Can I scout for a fund?
Often, with your program's permission in writing. Confidential batch information never travels, and both sides should know you scout before you refer anyone.
Do accelerators run their own scout programs?
Some do, though most scout programs are run by funds. Both are listed here.
Can Superscout get me into a program?
No. Programs choose who they take. What you get here is what each one asks for and when it opens.
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Complete accelerators directory

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The Place Mexico logoAccelerator

The Place Mexico is an organization based in Mexico that supports innovation and entrepreneurship through various programs and services for startups.

The Place by CCI 36 logoAccelerator

The Place by CCI 36 is an innovation incubator in Châteauroux, France, focusing on supporting startups and SMEs in the aeronautics sector through personalized coaching and resources.

The Podcast Accelerator USA logoAccelerator

The Podcast Accelerator USA is an accelerator focused on helping individuals create, launch, and promote their podcasts. They provide expert support and coaching to enhance the podcasting experience.

The Propell Group | HealthTech Innovation logoAccelerator

The Propell Group is an accelerator that focuses on early-stage investments and startup acceleration in the healthcare technology sector. They provide mentorship and access to funding for promising startups globally.

The Property Accelerator logoAccelerator

The Property Accelerator is a UK-based accelerator focused on supporting SME property developers and housebuilders through expert mentoring and a structured education program. They offer tailored growth plans over a six-month period.

The Reactor Accelerator logoAccelerator

The Reactor Accelerator is an organization based in the United States that supports early-stage startups and entrepreneurs by providing resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities.

The Refiners logoAccelerator

The Refiners is a San Francisco-based accelerator focused on supporting international startups in Silicon Valley. They provide funding, networking, and mentorship opportunities over a three-month program.

The Refinery CT logoAccelerator

The Refinery CT is an accelerator based in Connecticut that focuses on supporting women-led tech companies through mentorship, education, and grant programs.

The Residency logoAccelerator

The Residency offers immersive residential programs for young builders, researchers, founders, and creatives, providing housing and co-working spaces…

The Restaurant Accelerator logoAccelerator

The Restaurant Accelerator is an organization based in South Gippsland, Australia, dedicated to enhancing the profitability of hospitality businesses through operational systems and strategic planning.

The Revenue Accelerator logoAccelerator

The Revenue Accelerator is an organization dedicated to enhancing revenue growth for businesses through various strategies and methodologies.

The SABLE Accelerator logoAccelerator

The SABLE Accelerator is a knowledge network of global South Africans that provides mentoring and consulting services to support South African companies and entrepreneurs in funding and commercializing innovations while expanding into global markets.

The STILE Initiative logoAccelerator

The STILE Initiative is an accelerator based in the Asia-Pacific region that focuses on advancing sustainable development through collaboration among stakeholders. It aims to integrate business development with investment to foster sustainable practices.

The Sales Accelerator System logoAccelerator

The Sales Accelerator System is an accelerator focused on enhancing sales processes and growth strategies for companies. It provides structured programs to help businesses improve their sales conversion and scale effectively.

The Scale Up Accelerator logoAccelerator

The Scale Up Accelerator is a U.S.-based organization that provides advisory services to tech and SaaS startups, focusing on sustainable growth and scaling strategies. Led by Joshua Swerdlow, it offers tailored consulting to enhance operational efficiency and drive business development.

The ScaleUp Accelerator logoAccelerator

The ScaleUp Accelerator is a UK-based organization that supports high-growth tech companies, particularly in the B2B SaaS sector, in preparing for Series A funding. They provide a structured program that combines intensive training with long-term support.

The Scott Clark Accelerator for Leadership and Education logoAccelerator

The Scott Clark Accelerator for Leadership and Education, known as SCALE, is a digital marketing internship program based in Charlotte, North Carolina, aimed at high school students. It provides hands-on marketing experience while collaborating with non-profit organizations.

The Services Tree logoAccelerator

The Services Tree is a not-for-profit accelerator based in Houston, Texas, focused on helping skilled professionals build businesses around their expertise. It provides funding, risk-mitigated services, and guidance to promote entrepreneurship.

The Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator At Duke - Sead logoAccelerator

The Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator at Duke (SEAD) is an initiative that fosters social entrepreneurship in global health, focusing on healthcare delivery solutions in developing countries. It collaborates with various stakeholders to build a supportive ecosystem for entrepreneurs.

The South Florida Accelerator logoAccelerator

The South Florida Accelerator is a startup accelerator based in South Florida, focusing on life sciences, big data, human capital enterprise, and FinTech. It distinguishes itself through strategic partnerships that facilitate rapid IP creation and commercialization.

The SpaceLead logoAccelerator

The SpaceLead is focused on supporting high-potential ventures in the space sector by fostering growth, collaborating with investors, and facilitating research to drive innovation. It operates in multiple regions, including Wyoming and Estonia.

The Spark - Galilee’s Accelerator logoAccelerator

The Spark - Galilee’s Accelerator is a non-profit organization based in the Galilee region, focused on supporting early-stage startups through mentorship and resources to foster innovation and growth.

The Spot. logoAccelerator

The Spot is an organization that operates as an accelerator and co-working space, aimed at supporting freelancers and entrepreneurs in a creative environment.

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