Deadline: January 30, 2026
The US Women in Tech Accelerator 2026 is now open for applications, offering a unique opportunity for women-led technology startups across the United States. This accelerator is designed to support early-stage enterprises developing innovative solutions that promote economic mobility, financial resilience, community services, healthcare access, education, and employment opportunities. The US Women in Tech Accelerator 2026 aims to empower founders who are often overlooked in traditional funding ecosystems by providing targeted technical support, mentorship, and access to investment networks.
About the Programme
The US Women in Tech Accelerator 2026 is an initiative dedicated to strengthening the capacity of women founders leading tech-based and tech-enabled startups. Women entrepreneurs continue to face substantial barriers in accessing venture capital, receiving only about 2.4% of available funding over the last three decades. This accelerator responds directly to this challenge by fostering equity, visibility, and sustainable growth for women-led businesses developing impactful products and services.
Participants in the programme gain access to mentorship, investor networks, personalised milestone planning, and peer-to-peer learning. The programme supports companies working to improve access to essential services, advance financial well-being, enhance community support systems, and encourage meaningful economic participation.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the US Women in Tech Accelerator 2026, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a legally registered, for-profit company based in the United States.
- Must have fewer than 10 employees.
- Must be revenue-generating, with less than USD 100,000 in annual revenue.
- At least one full-time founder must identify as a woman, inclusive of cisgender, transgender, and non-binary individuals.
- Must have developed a minimum viable product (MVP).
- Must have raised less than USD 1.5 million in equity to date.
- The business must be tech-based or tech-enabled, providing solutions aligned with:
- economic mobility
- education
- healthcare
- employment access
- community services
- financial resilience
Programme Benefits
Selected participants will receive comprehensive support that strengthens both the strategic and operational capacity of their startups. Benefits include:
1. One-on-One Coaching & Financial Analysis
Founders will work directly with investment analysts to refine financial models, build compelling financial narratives, and gain clarity on investment readiness.
2. Grant Capital
Two ventures from the final cohort will each receive USD 25,000 in peer-selected grant funding.
3. Mentorship & Expert Support
Participants will access mentors, experienced founders, industry leaders, and investors who can provide guidance and facilitate strategic partnerships.
4. Milestone Development Plan
Each startup will receive a customised development roadmap through Village Capital’s milestone tracking tools, enabling measurable progress throughout the programme.
5. Peer-to-Peer Learning
Founders will take part in a rigorous peer selection process, collaborative learning sessions, and structured feedback loops to strengthen their venture strategies.
6. Access to the Abaca Platform
Participants will gain access to the Abaca venture development app for investment planning, milestone tracking, and readiness assessments.
Why This Programme Matters
Women founders—particularly women of colour, transgender women, and non-binary innovators—face persistent structural challenges in securing investment. This accelerator acts as a catalytic platform for equitable access to capital, capacity building, and long-term business growth. It supports entrepreneurs designing solutions that expand opportunity, reduce inequality, and promote inclusive economic systems across the United States.
Deadline
The application deadline is 30 January 2026 (some listings may reference 16 January 2026; applicants are encouraged to verify deadlines on the official portal).
How to Apply
Interested applicants can proceed through the official application portal and learn more about programme details via the links below.
👉 Apply Here
👉 Read More About the Programme
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