Impact Accelerator Program (Virtual)
Increase your venture's impact in 8 weeks
How to Participate
Application Open
October 26th, 2026
For priority consideration, deadline
December 7th, 2026
The final application deadline
January 11th, 2027
This program runs from
January 25 to March 17, 2027
The Impact Accelerator is an eight-week program of expert training, quick-start tools, and personalized coaching designed to help founders achieve significant revenue growth and investment readiness in a short time.
The program is built for impact-focused for-profit and nonprofit ventures that have reached proof of concept, meaning they have launched an MVP, have early customers, partners, or donors who are buying or committing, and are learning what sells and to whom.
After the program, founders gain a lifetime of alumni benefits and special access, stay connected with accomplished industry leaders and fellow impact entrepreneurs, and continue to receive personalized SEED SPOT support as their ventures grow.
Key Accelerator Program Outcomes
Alumni Outcomes
SEED SPOT alumni ventures have achieved extraordinary success over the past 12 years!
$447M
Revenue Generated
$229M
Funding Raised
11K
Jobs Created
4,616
Ventures Served
Accelerate your impact journey. SEED SPOT's accelerator program for diverse entrepreneurs provides underrepresented founders with tailored support, expert guidance, and funding connections to build sustainable businesses that tackle society's most pressing challenges.
"We made a lot of progress during the program: significantly improved our narrative, identified additional revenue streams, connected with advisors and potential investors, and evolved our pitch. I learned a lot from the other participants, as well."
- Impact Accelerator Participant
Accelerator Program Details
FAQs
Does my business need to be currently earning revenue to participate?
Yes. Impact Accelerator is built for ventures that have launched an MVP and generate between $50,000 and $100,000 in annual revenue through sales, partnerships, or donations, with an earned revenue component for nonprofits.
Can founders based outside the U.S. apply?
Not at this time. This cohort is open only to U.S.-based founders. To hear about future opportunities, sign up for SEED SPOT’s monthly newsletter or follow SEED SPOT on social media.
Will I receive funding during the program?
No, there is no funding directly associated with the Impact Accelerator. This program will help you earn more revenue and be a better candidate for venture funding. As an alumnus, you'll be qualified to apply for the annual Demo Day competition, with thousands of dollars in grants up for grabs.
How will I receive mentoring?
SEED SPOT understands that each founder has different pain points and challenges. For each Impact Accelerator cohort, a customized team of seasoned experts with experience in founding and scaling ventures is assembled to provide 1:1 mentorship to the cohort members.
Do you accept nonprofit ventures?
Yes! About 15% of participants lead nonprofit ventures. Nonprofits should have an earned revenue component, since the program focuses on revenue growth and investment readiness.
Do I have to give venture equity to SEED SPOT to participate?
Nope, hold onto your equity! SEED SPOT does not take ownership in your company, and this program is fully funded.
What is the attendance policy?
Live participation is a core part of the Impact Accelerator, so founders who miss more than two sessions will be removed from the program.
If your venture is ready to grow its revenue and impact, you can apply to join the next Impact Accelerator cohort and build the foundation to reach more of the community you serve.
If you still have questions, the next Info Session is a chance to hear program details and application tips directly from the SEED SPOT team.
Let's talk about your venture!
Connect with Linda Norquist, SEED SPOT Marketing & Recruitment Manager to discuss the program's fit for your unique business needs.