LIFT Incubator Program 2026

About

A 16-week incubator program designed to support early-stage Black-led startups by providing dedicated mentorship, access to capital providers, and opportunities to pitch to investors and media. Participants will engage in a competency-based experiential learning environment that fosters innovation and collaboration within the tech community.

Benefits

• 🏆Program Structure
  A 16-week competency-based experiential program
• 🤝Mentorship Access
  Dedicated mentorship from CBE’s tech community network
• 💰Capital Access
  Access to capital providers and key ecosystem partners
• 🎤Pitch Opportunity
  Opportunity to pitch at Demo Day to investors and media.

Eligibility Criteria

• Tech-sector entrepreneurs of all backgrounds are eligible to apply
• Applications from companies with innovation in life sciences, artificial intelligence, and machine learning are particularly encouraged
• Strong founding team and a passionate idea are essential.

Participation Commitments

• Must attend regular meetings, workshops, and networking events
• Participation in Demo Day event is required
• Commitment to the program's curriculum and mentorship activities.

Target Region

United States

Target Sector

All sectors