ELEVATE Health Tech Challenge 2026

About

An accelerator program designed for U.S.-registered health-tech startups in the Borderplex region, offering a chance to compete for $20,000 in prizes while receiving expert guidance and visibility among potential investors. Participants will engage in structured feedback sessions and work towards advancing their technology and investment readiness levels.

Benefits

• 💰Prize Money
  Compete for a total of $20,000 in prizes
• 🌟Visibility
  Opportunity to gain visibility among potential investors and partners
• 🤝Expert Collaboration
  Collaboration with seasoned subject matter experts to strategize and grow the startup

Eligibility Criteria

• U.S.-registered health-tech startups headquartered in the Borderplex region
• At least three team members
• Targeting at least Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 3 and Investment Readiness Level (IRL) 2 by the end of the initial assessment

Participation Commitments

• Engage in the program from August 8 to September 24
• Participate in structured feedback sessions
• Commit to progressing towards higher TRL and IRL levels

Target Region

Borderplex region (U.S.)

Target Sector

Health Tech