Seattle Spring 2026 Founder Institute Accelerator

About

The Seattle Spring 2026 Founder Institute Accelerator is an opportunity for startups at the idea to pre-seed stage to participate in a structured program that offers top-tier mentorship, networking opportunities, and a comprehensive curriculum designed to accelerate business growth, with a focus on in-person engagement in Seattle.

Benefits

• 🎓 Mentorship Program
• Access to top-tier entrepreneurial mentors throughout the program.
• 📚 Structured Curriculum
• Participation in a systematic entrepreneurship acceleration course designed to enhance business skills.
• 🌐 Network Access
• Continuous access to a network of resources and connections to investors.
• 🎤 Exposure Opportunities
• Opportunities to connect with investors and participate in follow-up Founder Lab programs for free.

Eligibility Criteria

• 🌍 Geographic Eligibility
• Open to startups from any location, with a focus on Seattle and participants who can attend in-person.
• 💼 Business Stage
• Must be at the idea to pre-seed stage of development.

Participation Commitments

• 📍 Physical Attendance
• Participants are expected to attend in-person sessions primarily held in Seattle.
• ⏰ Time Commitment
• Commitment to engage fully in the program activities and mentorship sessions.

Target Region

Open to startups globally, with a focus on Seattle.

Target Sector

Open to all industries.