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Free Virtual Incubator for Nonprofits (September-October)

Total Funding:
$5,000 - $10,000
Application Opens:
6/15/2025
Application Deadline:
8/15/2025
Accelerator

The Greater Sum is a private operating foundation that awards grants via a pitch competition and a matching gifts campaign. Both grant award programs are open to graduates of our free Virtual Incubator Program. VIPs also receive access to our network of subject matter experts.

Funding Period:
Funding Type:
Duration:
September - October 2025
Location:
Remote
Under $10K
The Greater Sum Foundation
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Summer 2025 Open Call Funding Opportunity

Total Funding:
$500,000 to $2,000,000
Application Opens:
7/17/2025
Application Deadline:
8/16/2025
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The Public Benefit Innovation Fund (PBIF) is awarding $5 million in non-dilutive funding to accelerate AI-enabled solutions that help governments respond to recent federal policy changes and funding constraints in safety net programs.

Funding Period:
Nov 2025 - Sept 2026
Funding Type:
Restricted
Duration:
Location:
Nov 2025 - Sept 2026
Restricted
$75K and above
Stage 4
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Visible Hands Boston entrepreneurial convening.
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VHBOS

Total Funding:
$5,000
Application Opens:
8/4/2025
Application Deadline:
8/22/2025
Accelerator

This Fellowship program will provide $5K in non-dilutive funding and hands-on, business-oriented workshops to 15 founders who are representative of Greater Boston’s rich racial and gender diversity. Applications for VHBOS are open now through 8/22!

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Duration:
2025
Location:
Boston
Under $10K
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NC IDEA Fall 2025 Grant Cycle for MICRO and SEED. Apply by August 25 at 5 PM. NC map in background.
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NC IDEA MICRO & SEED Grants

Total Funding:
$10,000 - $50,000
Application Opens:
7/28/2025
Application Deadline:
8/25/2025
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Non-dilutive grants supporting NC founders leading early stage growth-oriented companies on a path to be a multi-million dollar company or be investable.

Funding Period:
Oct 2025 - Nov 2025
Funding Type:
Unrestricted
Duration:
Location:
Oct 2025 - Nov 2025
Unrestricted
$10K - $49,999
NCIDEA
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JBS Corp 20th Anniversary Pitch Competition

Total Funding:
$10,000+
Application Opens:
7/21/2025
Application Deadline:
8/25/2025
Grant

Open to business owners based in Massachusetts with annual gross revenue between $100,000 and $1,000,000. Applicants must complete a two-phase application process and be available to pitch in person in November 2025.

Funding Period:
Nov 2025
Funding Type:
Unrestricted
Duration:
Location:
Nov 2025
Unrestricted
$10K - $49,999
JBS Corp
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Game On-Community Places to Play

Total Funding:
$50,000 - $100,000
Application Opens:
6/1/2025
Application Deadline:
8/29/2025

Game On-Community Places to Play is an initiative of The DICK’s Sporting Goods Foundation and LISC. The goal is to improve the quality, safety, and accessibility of local athletic spaces for young people. Grant awards will range from $50,000-$100,000 and will require 1:1 match funding.

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Major U.S. Cities
$50K - $74,999
LISC
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Propeller: Impact Accelerator: 2025 - Startup Track

Total Funding:
$0 - $5,000
Application Opens:
8/1/2025
Application Deadline:
8/30/2025
Accelerator

Our work centers Black, native New Orleans-entrepreneurs.

Funding Period:
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Duration:
September - November 2025
Location:
New Orleans, LA
Under $10K
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Accelerator

Fund 17: Be the Boss Accelerator

Total Funding:
$0
Application Opens:
8/1/2025
Application Deadline:
8/31/2025
Accelerator

Be the Boss Accelerator (BtB) is a 6 week program where Fund 17 partners with trepwise to provide one-on-one business coaching and bi-weekly educational workshops for entrepreneurs who are ready to operate their business full-time and/or hire their first employee or contractor.

Funding Period:
Funding Type:
Duration:
Sept - Nov 2025
Location:
New Orleans, LA
Under $10K
Fund 17
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NationSwell Fellows

Total Funding:
$0
Application Opens:
8/1/2025
Application Deadline:
8/31/2025
Fellowship

The NationSwell Fellowship aims to equip young (Gen Z) leaders with the resources, tools, and network they need to translate their passion into effective community-focused, intersectional solutions.

Funding Period:
Funding Type:
Duration:
Details TBA
Location:
Remote, with NYC-based events
Under $10K
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Valentine Foundation Grants

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Application Opens:
6/30/2025
Application Deadline:
8/31/2025
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Our grants are primarily available to nonprofit organizations in the Greater Philadelphia area that focus on improving the lives of women, girls, and non-binary individuals. Applicants can apply for grants ranging from $7,000 to $15,000, and multi-year options available.

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Location:
Greater Philadelphia Area
Under $10K
Valentine Foundation
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Boettcher Foundation: Community Connection Grant (Fall)

Total Funding:
$20,000 - $75,000
Application Opens:
8/1/2025
Application Deadline:
9/1/2025
Grant

These grants often help fund the construction of facilities with multi-use spaces, bring together nonprofit organizations and cross-sector partners in shared locations, or make strategic investments that elevate successful initiatives to the next level.

Funding Period:
Notified Oct 1
Funding Type:
Grant
Duration:
Location:
Colorado
Notified Oct 1
Grant
$50K - $74,999
Boettcher Foundation
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Fast Forward's 2026 Accelerator
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Fast Forward Accelerator 2026

Total Funding:
$25,000
Application Opens:
7/30/2025
Application Deadline:
9/8/2025
Accelerator

The Accelerator is Fast Forward’s longest-standing program for early-stage tech nonprofits. Through the program, tech nonprofits get a $25K grant, mentorship, community, and more.

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February 2026 - June 2026
Location:
Hybrid
$10K - $49,999
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gener8tor Curql Accelerate (FinTech)

Total Funding:
$100,000
Application Opened:
1/1/2025
Application Deadline:
3/9/2025
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gener8tor invests $100k into your high-growth startup. Gain specific business knowledge via a nationally ranked system and a 12-week investment for-equity program.

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May 29 - August 22, 2025
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$75K and above
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Drexel Fund School Founders Program

Total Funding:
Paid
Application Opened:
9/30/2024
Application Deadline:
3/5/2025
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Summer 2025 - Fall 2026
Location:
Remote; State Limitations
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2025 START Program

Total Funding:
0
Application Opened:
1/27/2025
Application Deadline:
2/28/2025
Accelerator

START, our flagship pre-revenue program is built to ignite early-stage entrepreneurs’ journeys. Through a virtual learning experience grounded in Lean Startup principles, participants will develop a dynamic Business Model Canvas, transforming fresh ideas into thriving business models.

Funding Period:
Funding Type:
Duration:
April 1 - April 17
Location:
Hybrid - virtual session with an In-person event
Under $10K
Digitalundivided
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gener8tor Northwestern Mutual Black Founder Accelerator Spring and Fall 2025

Total Funding:
$100,000
Application Opened:
1/1/2025
Application Deadline:
2/28/2025
Accelerator

gener8tor invests $100k into your high-growth startup. Gain specific business knowledge via a nationally ranked system and a 12-week investment for-equity program.

Funding Period:
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April 22 - November 20, 2025
Location:
Hybrid
$75K and above
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KaiPod Catalyst Training Program

Total Funding:
0
Application Opened:
1/1/2025
Application Deadline:
2/28/2025
Fellowship

The core information you need to start your own school is delivered via an online course, so you can work through it at your own pace in the evenings or weekends. In addition, you will be a part of a small group of other Founders for regular accountability meetings.

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Funding Type:
Duration:
Spring/Summer 2025
Location:
Virtual
Under $10K
Kaipod Learning
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ODF:24

Total Funding:
$0
Application Opened:
1/4/2025
Application Deadline:
2/24/2025
Accelerator

ODF24 is an intense one-week in-person experience focused on meeting collaborators, exploring ideas, and gaining conviction.

Funding Period:
Funding Type:
Duration:
February 28 - March 7, 2025
Location:
San Francisco, CA
Under $10K
ODF
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LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator announces its 2025 Breakthrough to Scale Program. Applications open now through Feb 21st
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LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator 2025 Breakthrough to Scale Program

Total Funding:
Up to $200,000
Application Opened:
1/9/2025
Application Deadline:
2/21/2025
Accelerator

Apply to LearnLaunch’s Breakthrough to Scale Accelerator! Get expert coaching, investor connections, and up to $200K in milestone-based funding. Open to early-stage edtech startups in K-12, Higher Ed, Workforce & Lifelong Learning. Before applying, attend a required info session: http://bit.ly/BTSInfoWebinar

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Duration:
May 2025 - October 2025
Location:
Hybrid
$75K and above
LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator
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gener8tor Oklahoma City Accelerator 2025

Total Funding:
$100,000
Application Opened:
1/1/2025
Application Deadline:
2/21/2025
Accelerator

gener8tor invests $100k into your high-growth startup. Gain specific business knowledge via a nationally ranked system and a 12-week investment for-equity program.

Funding Period:
Funding Type:
Duration:
March 13 - June 6, 2025
Location:
Oklahoma City, OK
$75K and above
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Black Girl Ventures x TikTok Shop: SOAR Together Business Accelerator Program

Total Funding:
$0
Application Opened:
1/15/2025
Application Deadline:
2/21/2025
Accelerator

A 6-week cohort program, created in collaboration with TikTok, designed to empower entrepreneurs with the education, tools, and resources needed to maximize your potential on the platform.

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Duration:
March - April 2026
Location:
Remote
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ASU Prep Microschool Entrepreneur Fellowship

Total Funding:
0
Application Opened:
2/17/2025
Application Deadline:
2/17/2025
Fellowship

If you have an innovative idea for a microschool focused on K–12 learners ASU Prep can help you get started. This year-long fellowship program will give you access to robust training, proven curriculum resources, teaching methodologies, and ongoing support.

Funding Period:
Funding Type:
Duration:
Winter/Spring 2025
Location:
Hybrid
Under $10K
ASU Microschool Entrepreneur Fellowship
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Boettcher Foundation: Community Connection Grant (Winter)

Total Funding:
$20,000 - $75,000
Application Opened:
1/15/2025
Application Deadline:
2/14/2025
Grant

These grants often help fund the construction of facilities with multi-use spaces, bring together nonprofit organizations and cross-sector partners in shared locations, or make strategic investments that elevate successful initiatives to the next level.

Funding Period:
Notified March 3
Funding Type:
Grant
Duration:
Location:
Colorado
Notified March 3
Grant
$50K - $74,999
Boettcher Foundation
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Program takes place in-person in San Francisco. It kicks off with a 3-day, in-person retreat in San Francisco.
Accelerator

Y Combinator: Next Batch

Total Funding:
$50,000
Application Opened:
1/4/2025
Application Deadline:
2/11/2025
Accelerator

Y Combinator is accepting applications for the Spring 2025 Batch funding cycle. Groups work in-person from April - June 2025 in San Francisco.

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April - June 2025
Location:
San Francisco
$75K and above
Y Combinator
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