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The startup scene in United States
The City of Sacramento’s annual Innovation Grant Program funds local organizations and programs that help founders move from idea to viable startup. The 2026 program categories are Entrepreneur Access and Education, Incubator and Accelerator, and Innovation and Investment Readiness. [29155, 29157]
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The City of Sacramento’s annual Innovation Grant Program funds local organizations and programs that help founders move from idea to viable startup. The 2026 program categories are Entrepreneur Access and Education, Incubator and Accelerator, and Innovation and Investment Readiness. [29155, 29157]
As of October 2, 2026, UC Davis listed rolling applications for its four-month Aggie Venture Accelerator, with selection scheduled for early 2027. The accelerator serves early-stage life-science startups in human, animal, and planetary health, and its activities span Sacramento and Davis. UC Davis lists a $250,000 package comprising $175,000 in cash and $75,000 in program services, with the investment structured as two post-money SAFEs. [29159, 29161, 29162, 29160]
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Sacramento ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #97 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
 Emerging Ecosystems Ranking (GSER Top 100) | 2026 | 41 to 50 | No prior edition | C | Ecosystem, Performance, Finance, Talent |
32 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Sacramento
Investors 24
Investor
InvestorInvesting in Northern California's innovative early-stage companies.
InvestorInvesting in multifamily housing and property repositions.
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Accelerators 4
AcceleratorEnhancing construction project outcomes through lean methodologies.
AcceleratorEvolving the art of acceleration in Sacramento Valley.
AcceleratorEmpowering education leaders through collaboration.
The 3 most prominent of 4. Browse all accelerators
Incubators 2
IncubatorBuilding innovative entertainment franchises.
IncubatorCatalyzing innovation and entrepreneurship in Sacramento.
Venture studios 2
Venture studioEmpowering AI-driven ventures from concept to scale.
Venture studioAdvancing human health innovation through collaboration.
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Raising in Sacramento
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Accelerators and incubators here see the earliest teams first.
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What the sources say about Sacramento
The accelerator's activities span Sacramento and Davis.
Source: Aggie Venture AcceleratorAVA targets early-stage life-science ventures across human, animal, and planetary health.
Source: Aggie Venture AcceleratorUC Davis lists a $250,000 package split between cash and program services, structured as two post-money SAFEs.
Source: Aggie Venture AcceleratorUC Davis lists rolling applications for its four-month life-science accelerator, with selection scheduled for early 2027.
Source: Aggie Venture AcceleratorThe city grant program spans entrepreneur education, incubator and accelerator capacity, and investment readiness.
Source: Innovation GrantsThe city funds local organizations and programs that help founders move from idea to viable startup.
Source: Innovation Grants
Questions about Sacramento
How does Sacramento rank as a startup ecosystem?
Sacramento is #97 of 1,473 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025). It appears in 2 published rankings; the table above lists each one.
How many startup investors are based in Sacramento?
24 investors based in Sacramento have a profile here, including Moneta Ventures, Sacramento Angels and MJD Capital Partners, LLC. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Sacramento?
Yes. Sacramento has 4 accelerators, 2 incubators and 2 venture studios on record, including Construction Accelerator®, IP3 and Noble Cortex Incorporated.
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