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The Top 5 Accelerators in Honolulu

Discover the top 5 accelerators in Honolulu and supercharge your startup's growth in paradise.

HonoluluUnited StatesAll Verticals
5 programs · Statuses checked Jul 2026
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Overview

Honolulu 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 5 worth knowing, drawn from the startersss directory of 3,133 programs.

01

Elemental Excelerator

HonoluluUnited StatesRolling admissions

A growth accelerator focused on startups addressing climate change and sustainability challenges.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst cheque$1Exits11Founded2012
How it works
Duration12-24 monthsFormatHybridEquityUp to $1 million
Verticals
AgricultureCleantechFood And BeverageTransportation
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02

Mana Up

HonoluluUnited StatesApplications open

Mana Up is a Hawaii-based accelerator program that helps small businesses in the state grow and expand their reach.

About
ApplicationsOpenFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2017
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
FinanceFinancial ServicesSocial Entrepreneurship
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03

Blue Startups

HonoluluUnited States

A venture accelerator in Hawaii that helps technology startups scale their business

About
First cheque$50,000Exits4Founded2012
How it works
Duration14 weeksFormatIn PersonEquity6% equity for $50,000 investment
Verticals
AgricultureTransportationTravelSaaS
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04

XLR8HI

HonoluluUnited States

XLR8HI is a Hawaii-based startup accelerator that provides mentorship, funding, and resources to early-stage companies.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2012
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Finance
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05

XLR8UH

HonoluluUnited States

XLR8UH is a startup accelerator program that supports and invests in early-stage companies in Hawaii.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2014
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
ConsultingFinancial ServicesVenture Capital
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