Funding, coaching, and introductions to individuals who can assist you in growing will be provided. Known as a major force in the tech for good space, they have assisted more than 100 startups in addressing problems such as healthcare inequalities, education inequalities, and poverty. You will become a member of a community committed to leveraging technology to change the world through the Startup Accelerator.

 What Makes the Fast Forward Accelerator Unique?

Capital: Fundraising strategies for tech nonprofits differ significantly from those of for-profit entities at every stage. The accelerator helps navigate the specific challenges and opportunities unique to tech nonprofits.

Content: The curriculum is tailored to the needs of tech nonprofits. While product development, hiring, and growth are important, tech nonprofits also need to focus on board development, governance, volunteer management, and other nonprofit-specific issues—areas where the accelerator's knowledge base is particularly strong.

Customer: Tech nonprofits prioritize impact over profit, often targeting the least profitable customers. This focus influences their go-to-market strategy and customer life cycle, which differs from that of for-profit businesses.

Cohort: Entrepreneurship can be isolating, especially in the tech nonprofit sector. Leaders in this space often feel out of place in both for-profit accelerators and nonprofit fellowships due to the unique intersection of their focus. The program offers a community of peers who share similar challenges, providing mutual support as they grow their organizations.

Community: The accelerator emphasizes building connections between the nonprofit and for-profit tech communities. Unlike for-profit accelerators, which don’t need to invest as heavily in community-building, the Fast Forward Accelerator focuses on collaborative philanthropy, fostering relationships that can have a significant impact on both the organizations involved and the broader world.