Techstars Founder Catalyst Program Fall 2026

About

A 10-week pre-accelerator program designed for early-stage watertech and sustainability startups, offering mentorship, masterclasses, and networking opportunities to help founders scale their businesses effectively.

Benefits

• 🎓Masterclass Access
  Top-tier entrepreneurial masterclass sessions provided to participants.
• 🤝Mentorship
  One-on-one mentorship from industry leaders and subject matter experts.
• 💰Free Participation
  The program is free of charge for selected participants.

Eligibility Criteria

• Founders must have raised less than $500,000
• Open to early-stage, for-profit companies
• Local and US-based founders are encouraged to apply

Participation Commitments

• Program duration is 10 weeks (September 15, 2026 through November 20, 2026)
• Primarily virtual format with one to two in-person elements in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
• Up to 25 companies will be selected for the cohort.

Target Region

United States

Target Sector

WaterTech and Sustainability