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Accelerator Roundup

The Top 15 Accelerators in Atlanta

Discover the top 15 accelerators in Atlanta to supercharge your startup's growth.

AtlantaUnited StatesAll Verticals
15 programs · Statuses checked Jul 2026
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Overview

Atlanta has a growing base of early-stage founders, and a handful of accelerators have emerged to fund and scale them — offering capital, mentorship, and the networks teams need to build in the region. Here are 15 worth knowing, drawn from the startersss directory of 3,133 programs.

01

ATDC

AtlantaUnited StatesRolling admissions

A technology startup accelerator at the Georgia Institute of Technology that provides mentorship, education, and other resources to help startups in Georgia launch and scale their businesses.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExits13Founded1980
How it works
Duration6 months to 2 years.FormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
AdviceConsultingFinancial ServicesMedical
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02

Atlanta Ventures

AtlantaUnited StatesRolling admissions

A venture capital firm and startup studio in Atlanta that invests in and supports early-stage companies across various categories.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExits1Founded2012
How it works
FormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Business DevelopmentFinanceFinancial Services
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03

Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech

AtlantaUnited StatesApplications open

An accelerator program for startups innovating in sports-related technology that provides mentorship, funding, and access to Comcast NBCUniversal's resources.

About
ApplicationsOpenFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2020
How it works
Duration12 weeksFormatIn PersonEquityUp to 6% equity
Verticals
Business DevelopmentBusiness IntelligenceSports
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04

Flashpoint at Georgia Tech

AtlantaUnited StatesApplications open

Flashpoint at Georgia Tech is a startup accelerator program that helps entrepreneurs and early-stage companies develop and scale innovative technologies.

About
ApplicationsOpenFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2010
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
FinanceFinancial ServicesVenture Capital
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05

Goodie Nation

AtlantaUnited StatesRolling admissions

Goodie Nation is a non-profit organization that empowers and supports underrepresented entrepreneurs in creating social impact through technology.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2014
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Social EntrepreneurshipNon ProfitEducationHealthcare
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06

Knowcap Exchange

AtlantaUnited StatesRolling admissions

A platform that connects ambitious founders with world-class experts. With KnowCap, you’ll be working hands-on with experts to build your business from scratch.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2020
How it works
Duration3-6 monthsFormatHybridEquityEquity-free
Verticals
Consumer GoodsEnergyGreentechMedia
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07

Center for Civic Innovation

AtlantaUnited States

Incubator and co-working space focused on civic and social impact startups.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2014
How it works
FormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
FinanceFinancial ServicesFintech
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08

Comcast NBCUniversal The Farm Accelerator

AtlantaUnited States

An accelerator program for startups in the AgTech and food industries that provides mentorship, funding, and access to Comcast NBCUniversal's resources.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2016
How it works
Duration12 weeksFormatIn PersonEquityUp to 6% equity
Verticals
Angel InvestmentFinanceFinancial ServicesVenture Capital
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09

CREATE-X

AtlantaUnited States

An incubator that supports student startups at Georgia Tech.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2014
How it works
FormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
EducationTraining
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10

Invest Atlanta

AtlantaUnited States

Invest Atlanta is a public-private partnership that works to promote economic growth and create job opportunities in Atlanta through the attraction and retention of businesses, development of real estate, and investment

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded1997
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
FinanceFinancial ServicesSocial Entrepreneurship
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11

Points of Light

AtlantaUnited States

Points of Light is a non-profit organization that inspires, equips, and mobilizes people to take action that changes the world by engaging individuals and organizations in volunteer service.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded1990
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
AssociationCommunitiesIncubatorsNon Profit
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12

ShelterTech

AtlantaUnited States

ShelterTech is a nonprofit organization that leverages technology to create innovative solutions for homelessness and housing insecurity.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExits1Founded2017
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Real Estate
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13

Techstars Atlanta Accelerator

AtlantaUnited States

Accelerate your business and build connections that last a lifetime

About
First chequeUndisclosedExits184Founded2006
How it works
Duration14 weeksFormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
AdviceBusiness DevelopmentBusiness IntelligenceFinance
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14

Techstars Atlanta in Partnership with Cox Enterprises

AtlantaUnited States

Techstars Atlanta is a startup accelerator program in partnership with Cox Enterprises that provides mentorship, resources, and funding to early-stage companies.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExits1Founded2016
How it works
Duration3 monthsFormatHybridEquity6% equity
Verticals
FinanceFinancial ServicesFintech
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15

The Bridge Community

AtlantaUnited States

The Bridge Community is a non-profit organization that provides housing, support services, and community outreach to individuals experiencing homelessness in the San Francisco Bay Area.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2016
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
HealthcareLife SciencesMedical Devices
View program → Website ↗

No longer operating

4 programs from earlier versions of this list have since shut down or gone offline (checked Jul 2026): Cox Enterprises Social Impact Accelerator powered by Techstars · Staffing Venture Capital (SVC) · Techstars Atlanta, COX Enterprises Social Impact Accelerator · The Points of Light Civic Accelerator.

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