What does Envision Accelerator do?

Envision Accelerator is a student-led, equity-free program that supports young, underrepresented founders, particularly BIPOC, female, and nonbinary entrepreneurs. Launched in 2020, it aims to address funding disparities in the startup ecosystem by providing non-dilutive grants, tailored workshops, mentorship, and lifelong community access. The program features an eight-week cohort-based curriculum, offering personalized guidance from experienced founders and investors, along with opportunities for investor connections and an invite-only demo day. The accelerator has successfully supported 47 portfolio companies across four cohorts, helping them raise over $25 million from top angel investors and venture capitalists. Envision's core offerings include workshops on essential business topics, 1:1 mentorship, equity-free funding, and access to an operational toolkit with discounts from partners like Airtable and AWS. The program emphasizes a founder-first approach, fostering a supportive network that continues beyond the accelerator experience.