Catalyst 2027 Accelerator: Info Session + AMA
Hosted by Robin Hood Blue Ridge Labs + Robin Hood | Blue Ridge Labs
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What to look forward to
Catalyst will introduce Robin Hood’s 16-week accelerator for pre-seed social-impact startups and tech nonprofits using software, AI, or data to expand economic opportunity, with $100,000 in funding, coaching, and mentor support. Founders in education, financial access, health, housing, hunger, or jobs with a New York City connection will get answers about the program, application, and eligibility.
Inside the event
Building a tech venture that expands economic opportunity? Catalyst is Robin Hood’s accelerator for pre-seed startups and early-stage tech nonprofits using software, AI, and data to improve the lives of low-income people. Meet the Catalyst team and get answers to all of your questions about the program roadmap, application, and eligibility requirements. Who should attend? Catalyst is open to all pre-seed social impact founders working in education, financial access, health, housing, hunger, and 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 and 1:1 coaching Dedicated workspace in Robin Hood’s HQ in Union Square, NYC Feedback and support from mentors, community partners, and real users Demo day and 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, and we’re working to make that vision a reality. Through innovation, community, and technology, we’re building pathways to opportunity and creating solutions that empower people to thrive.
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Last checked: Oct 13, 2026. Confirm current availability before making plans.
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