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Accelerator Roundup

The Top 18 Accelerators in Seattle

Discover the top 18 accelerators in Seattle to supercharge your startup's growth.

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18 programs · Statuses checked Jul 2026
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Overview

Seattle 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 18 worth knowing, drawn from the startersss directory of 3,133 programs.

01

9Mile Labs

SeattleUnited StatesRolling admissions

This program is an early-stage venture accelerator that supports B2B technology startups in areas such as cloud computing, big data, and security.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst cheque$100,000Exits2Founded2013
How it works
Duration3 monthsFormatIn PersonEquity$100,000 for 7%
Verticals
B2BSoftwareVenture Capital
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02

Capria Ventures

SeattleUnited StatesRolling admissions

A venture capital firm and accelerator focused on emerging markets.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2015
How it works
Duration3-6 monthsFormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
FinanceFinancial ServicesImpact InvestingVenture Capital
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03

CRRNT

SeattleUnited StatesRolling admissions

Aims to support early-stage climate tech startups in Latin America

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2014
How it works
Duration4 monthsFormatRemoteEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
AdvertisingBusiness DevelopmentCreative AgencyDigital Marketing
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04

Jones and Foster Accelerator (Univeristy of WA)

SeattleUnited StatesApplications open

The Jones and Foster Accelerator at the University of WA provides support and resources to early-stage startups to help them grow and succeed.

About
ApplicationsOpenFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2015
How it works
Duration9 monthsFormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Business DevelopmentFinanceManagement ConsultingVenture Capital
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05

Upaya Social Ventures

SeattleUnited StatesApplications open

Upaya Social Ventures is a nonprofit organization that creates jobs and fights poverty in India by investing in and supporting early-stage social enterprises.

About
ApplicationsOpenFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2011
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Impact InvestingNon ProfitSocial EntrepreneurshipSocial Impact
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06

Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence

SeattleUnited States

A non-profit research institute focused on advancing artificial intelligence through research and development.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExits2Founded2014
How it works
FormatRemoteEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Artificial IntelligenceFinanceFinancial ServicesIncubators
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07

Arc Reactor

SeattleUnited States

Arc Reactor is an early-stage accelerator focused on startups working in the social impact space. Its program provides mentorship, funding, and access to a network of industry contacts to help startups achieve their goals and make a positi…

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2012
How it works
Duration4 monthsFormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Social Impact
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08

DFS Lab

SeattleUnited States

DFS Lab is a fintech accelerator that supports startups working on innovative solutions for financial inclusion in emerging markets.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2016
How it works
Duration6 monthsFormatRemoteEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
FintechBlockchainMobile Payments
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09

Female Founders Alliance

SeattleUnited States

The Female Founders Alliance is a community-driven organization that helps women founders of early-stage companies through mentorship, funding, and networking opportunities.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2017
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Business DevelopmentCommunities
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10

Fledge

SeattleUnited States

Fledge is a global network of conscious company accelerators and seed funds that help entrepreneurs create impactful and profitable businesses.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2012
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
AgricultureAgtechCleantechFinancial Services
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11

IntuitiveX

SeattleUnited States

IntuitiveX is a healthcare innovation studio that develops and commercializes breakthrough medical technologies.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2017
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
ConsultingHealth CareIncubatorsMedical
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12

Madrona Venture Labs

SeattleUnited States

Madrona Venture Labs is a startup studio that creates and launches new companies by providing funding, resources, and expertise.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2014
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Financial ServicesImpact InvestingIncubatorsVenture Capital
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13

Mission Investors Exchange

SeattleUnited States

Mission Investors Exchange is a nonprofit network that connects and supports foundations and investors who use their capital to create positive social and environmental impact.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2012
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Finance
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14

Pioneer Square Labs

SeattleUnited States

Pioneer Square Labs is a startup studio that creates and launches technology companies.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExits1Founded2015
How it works
FormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Enterprise SoftwareFinancial ServicesInternetMobile
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15

Pure Blue Water Innovation Nexus

SeattleUnited States

The Pure Blue Water Innovation Nexus is a company that provides innovative water treatment solutions for various industries.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2020
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Cleantech
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16

Social Venture Partners

SeattleUnited States

Social Venture Partners is a global network of philanthropists who invest time, money, and expertise in non-profit organizations to support social change.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded1997
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
FinanceFinancial ServicesManagement ConsultingNon Profit
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17

Startup Haven

SeattleUnited States

We help build cogent growth stories.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2019
How it works
Duration3 monthsFormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
BankingCommunitiesFintechInsurance
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18

Techstars Alexa Accelerator

SeattleUnited States

The worldwide network that helps entrepreneurs succeed in 150+ countries

About
First chequeUndisclosedExits184Founded2006
How it works
Duration9 weeksFormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
VoicetechBusiness DevelopmentFinanceFinancial Services
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No longer operating

8 programs from earlier versions of this list have since shut down or gone offline (checked Jul 2026): Giving Tech Labs · NavigatorCRE · Northwest Entrepreneur Network · Pivotal Ventures · Ready, Set, Raise · Techstars Seattle Accelerator · Venture Out · AWS Generative AI Accelerator.

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