ElevateEquity is an 8-week accelerator program for early-stage entrepreneurs inspired to address systemic inequities through their startup business.
Companies accepted to participate receive a hybrid of online & in-person workshops, a coaching team ready to help with connections, pitch opportunities, and an investment from Flywheel of up to $8,000.
Our Program Includes
Hybrid Learning
Online training & resources tailored specifically for social enterprises. Plus, in-person collaborative learning
Coaching
Receive 1:1 coaching, expert insights, & support from professionals
Startup Community
Collaborate with other entrepreneurs to address mutual business challenges.
Funding
Flywheel invests in founders with a stipend to support business development and expenses during the program.
2024 Presenting Sponsors
Additional Support From
Program Alumni
In Kind Partners
✅ Check
✅ Addressing a systemic race and/or gender bias problem impacting health or wellness
❌ Selling consumer products or foods to the general public.
❌ Providing a service that does not address a specific need of marginalized populations.
✅ Selling a retail item that provides opportunities for marginalized populations to overcome a unique health or wellness challenge.
✅ Providing a service that addresses a barrier to advancement that falls uniquely on marginalized populations.
You Are A Great Fit If ….
You have started a social enterprise company offering a product or service that will directly or indirectly have a have a positive impact on an aspect of race and/or gender equality. See past Elevate Equity enterprises for examples.
You’re looking for technical assistance and/or connections to help you develop your social enterprise.
You are motivated & available to spend 6-8 hours per week working on your business-building milestones with coaches and subject matter experts.
You are committed to having an impact in our local community.
A modest revenue based investment would help you move your business forward.