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Building a tech venture that expands economic opportunity? Catalyst is Robin Hood's accelerator for pre-seed startups & early-stage tech nonprofits using software, AI, & data to improve the lives of low-income people.
Meet the Catalyst team & get answers to all of your questions about the program roadmap, application, & eligibility requirements.
Who should attend?
Catalyst is open to all pre-seed social impact founders working in education, financial access, health, housing, hunger, & jobs with some nexus to NYC.
About Catalyst
For teams building scalable tech that supports economic mobility, Catalyst offers:
$100,000 in funding (standard SAFE agreement for for-profits; grant for nonprofits)
A 16-week accelerator experience with weekly programs & 1:1 coaching
Dedicated workspace in Robin Hood's HQ in Union Square, NYC
Feedback & support from mentors, community partners, & real users
Demo day & potential follow-on funding for select ventures
Submit your application by Friday, November 13, 2026.
About Robin Hood
Catalyst is a program of Blue Ridge Labs at Robin Hood, New York City's largest venture philanthropy expanding economic mobility. We believe in a future where poverty is no longer part of the story, & we're working to make that vision a reality. Through innovation, community, & technology, we're building pathways to opportunity & creating solutions that empower people to thrive.
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