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The Michigan Founders Fund Pre-Accelerator is currently accepting applications. Powered by gener8tor, this is a no-cost, equity-free, seven-week accelerator program that provides underrepresented, immigrant, and diverse startup technology founders (based in Southeast Michigan) with a $15,000 grant to use for eligible purchases related to growing their business. The program also includes personalized coaching and programming alongside access to a robust network of mentors, customers, and investors. Deadline to apply is August 31.

Go here to learn more and submit an application: https://www.gener8tor.com/mffpa.

Applicant profile:
  • Underrepresented founders in SE Michigan from any industry
  • Ideal candidates have a viable prototype and launched a scalable business
  • Founders have yet to secure their first equity investment nor participated in an equity accelerator

Selected startups will benefit from:

  • Direct $15,000 non-dilutive grant
  • Individualized coaching and programming
  • Dozens of mentors paired with each founder
  • Weekly workshops on critical early-stage topics
  • Direct connections and pitches to investors
  • Showcase in front of the extended MFF community
  • Ongoing support and inclusion with MFF & gener8tor

Please refer all questions to:

Brittni Abiolu | Program Manager

brittni@michiganfoundersfund.org| Follow us on LinkedIn

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