Entrepreneurs still have two days left to submit their applications to NewBoCo’s fall entrepreneurial programs, Social Good Accelerator and Iowa Startup Accelerator’s fall batches.
NewBoCo’s Social Good Accelerator, Iowa’s first and only accelerator program for nonprofits, is accepting applications for two funded spots this fall.
Teams from new nonprofit organizations or new ideas from existing nonprofits can apply to join the Social Good Accelerator where they’ll receive funding, mentorship, and training alongside other startups in the Iowa Startup Accelerator.
“NewBoCo is passionate about entrepreneurs and helping people grow their innovative ideas,” said NewBoCo Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer Aaron Horn. “We started with Iowa’s first tech-based accelerator program, and now we’re excited to be adding Iowa’s first social good accelerator along with a critical network of angel investors in Eastern Iowa that are looking to invest in early stage companies.”
The first Social Good Accelerator team, GSI Works, started the 12-month program in March.
Iowa Startup Accelerator (ISA), Iowa’s first tech accelerator program, is also accepting applications for the fall batch of its 2018 cohort. ISA focuses on idea-stage tech startups with ties to Iowa’s key industries, such as agriculture, healthcare, manufacturing, transportation, and education.
Accepted teams receive an investment from the ISA Fund, educational workshops, mentorship, Agile coaching, and access to resources to help build their business better.
“ISA is in its fifth year and we’ve made 35 investments so far. We’re continuing to see applications from around the world, but we are laser-focused on startups that are here or plan to stay and grow here in Cedar Rapids,” said NewBoCo Accelerator Managing Director David Tominsky.
The deadline to apply to ISA and the Social Good Accelerator is July 28. To apply, visit:
