Startup Funding in Massachusetts
38 programs open right now for US-based founders — showing results for Massachusetts.
Massachusetts Programs
State-backed startup funding programs specific to Massachusetts, in addition to the nationwide programs below.
MassVentures Deep Tech Venture Fund
Rolling applications
Accelerators
Rockstart Accelerator (AgriFood, Energy & Emerging Tech)
Rolling applications
Click 'Get started' on rockstart.com to fill in Rockstart's online application form (Ty...
The Bridge
Deadline: Oct 26, 2026
Founders interested in the program are encouraged to apply directly through the platfor...
Entrepreneurs First U.S. Program
Rolling applications
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed carefully. If selected, appli...
Village Capital
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Village Capital runs sector-focused accelerator programs (climate, fintech, agriculture...
Adaverse Accelerator
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Applicants must prepare a comprehensive pitch deck, then complete and submit the applic...
Grindstone Accelerator
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Grindstone runs 6-9 month scale-up accelerator cohorts for high-growth, innovation-driv...
Startup World Cup 2026
Deadline: Nov 6, 2026
Enter Startup World Cup by applying to a regional competition near you through startupw...
StartUp Texas Seed Fund & Accelerator Program
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The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC), along with key stakeholders, ...
The Forum Accelerator
Rolling applications
To apply, founders should fill out the pitch us form. The Forum Ventures team will revi...
Traction Program - MassChallenge
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Applicants must create a founder profile on the MassChallenge Accelerate platform, comp...
Techstars Accelerator Program
Deadline: Nov 18, 2026
Apply at apply.techstars.com to a specific Techstars accelerator; each programme runs i...
Founders Factory Accelerator
Rolling applications
Apply to the accelerator program through the Founders Factory website. Specific applica...
500 Global (formerly 500 Startups) Flagship Accelerator
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The 500 Startups application (now 500 Global) is open year-round and accepted on a roll...
Celo Africa DAO Incubator Program
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Submit an application for consideration to join the next cohort of the Celo Africa DAO ...
Kuzana 12 week Program
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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and you’ll receive feedback within 2 week...
Grants
The Conservation, Food & Health Foundation
Deadline: Dec 22, 2026
Grant applications are accepted twice a year for awards made in the spring and fall, wi...
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Rolling applications
Apply through the online form on DRK's website, which takes about 30 to 60 minutes. You...
Fund for Innovation in Development (FID)
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Apply online through FID's open call, which runs all year. Check eligibility, choose th...
D-Prize competition
Deadline: Dec 6, 2026
Applicants must prepare a concept note (2-3 pages, depending on whether they are submit...
Verizon Small Business Digital Ready $10,000 National Grant
Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
Register for a free account on Verizon Small Business Digital Ready. Complete any combi...
Amber Grant for Women
Rolling applications
Applying is simple and quick, requiring applicants to share information about themselve...
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs (America's Seed Fund)
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Applicants must carefully read the entire solicitation and ensure they meet all eligibi...
Autodesk Foundation Funding & Impact Support
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Complete the Discovery Form on the Autodesk Foundation website to begin the selection p...
AWS Activate
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Go to the AWS Startups site → “Apply for Activate Credits” → choose the appropriate pac...
Google for Startups Cloud Program
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Sign up via the “Apply” / “Talk to our startup team” button on the official website. Pr...
Student Venture Capital Grant (S‑VCG)
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Apply through the S-VCG portal at svcg.education.gov.ng when a round is open; the grant...
Tech Journalism Fund
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Applications for the Tech Journalism Fund are reviewed on a rolling basis, with decisio...
Investor Programs
Startup Qatar Investment Program
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To apply, interested startups should click the 'Apply Now' button, which will redirect ...
Fil Rouge Capital
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Interested founders can submit their pitch directly through the platform by clicking on...
Seed Round Capital
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To apply, complete the online application, then meet with Seed Round Capital to assess ...
SOSV Deep Tech Investment
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Applicants should apply online through the SOSV website, specifically to the HAX and SO...
Founder Fellowship — South Park Commons
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Applications for the Founder Fellowship are open twice a year for Spring and Fall cohor...
Pear VC Pre-seed and Seed Investment
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Hustle Fund Investment Opportunity
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Founders are encouraged to pitch their ideas to Hustle Fund.
Outlierz Ventures
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Afore Capital Founder in Residence
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Applications for Afore’s Founder-in-Residence (FIR) program are open year-round and rev...
Y Combinator Application
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Fill YC’s application form: team, problem, solution, metrics, and vision. Upload your d...
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