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Last Update: May 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Closing date : September 8, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
The Accelerator provides tech nonprofits with over $25K in unrestricted funding, mentorship, and community support. It is designed to help founders strengthen fundraising, build their team, and scale their impact through a three-month program.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Minimum amount : 25,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : September 8, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Grant-making Foundations
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Accelerator participation for tech nonprofit founders
- Fundraising pitch development
- Team-building and growth support
- Demo Day preparation and presentation
Documents Needed
- Organization name
- Website URL
- Organization one-liner
- Brief description of the organization’s work
- Issue areas and technology used by the organization
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Tech nonprofits
Eligible expenses
- Unrestricted organizational funding
Additional information
- Fast Forward provides ongoing portfolio support after the Accelerator.
- Support may include tailored programming, peer circles, and one-on-one advising.
- Portfolio organizations continue to be promoted to funders.
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Accelerator Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the The Accelerator. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the The Accelerator?
The Accelerator provides tech nonprofits with over $25K in unrestricted funding, mentorship, and community support. It is designed to help founders strengthen fundraising, build their team, and scale their impact through a three-month program.
How much funding can be received?
The Accelerator Funds up to $25,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the The Accelerator program?
To be eligible for the The Accelerator program, you must:
Tech nonprofit organizations
Founder-led applicants
Organizations seeking to scale impact
What expenses are eligible under The Accelerator?
Accelerator participation for tech nonprofit founders
Fundraising pitch development
Team-building and growth support
Demo Day preparation and presentation
Where is the The Accelerator available?
The The Accelerator program is available across Canada.
Is the The Accelerator a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Accelerator is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the The Accelerator?
The Accelerator is funded by Fast Forward (ffwd)