Funding and Training Opportunity for Early-Stage Nature-inspired & Impact Driven Startups and Entrepreneurs
2025 Ray of Hope Accelerator
Launch date:
March 3, 2025, 00:00:00 EST
Deadline date:
April 25, 2025, 23:59:59 EDT
Program Eligibility and Selection Criteria: https://biomimicry.org/innovation/accelerator/apply/ (opens in new tab)
The Biomimicry Institute's Ray of Hope Accelerator is a 6-month program to accelerate the growth of nature-inspired startups to scale systemic solutions to the world's most pressing environmental challenges.
Every year, we support a cohort of ten high-impact nature-inspired startups from around the world, spanning Pre-Seed to Series A stages and across industry verticals. Each selected startup receives $15,000 in non-dilutive funding and over $50,000 worth of in-kind services, including expert mentorship, science-based storytelling support, and connections to corporate leaders and mission-aligned investors. It also includes an in-person Nature Retreat, where founders will deepen their leadership skills, foster community, and cultivate a nature-inspired ethos.
Are you a fit? We’re seeking early-stage startups that are:
- Nature-inspired: Drawing inspiration from biological processes, materials, chemistry, or systems to drive innovation
- Impact-driven: Focused on tackling climate and environmental challenges with scalable solutions
- Early-stage: Ranging from Pre-Seed to Series A
We're not your typical accelerator. We prioritize your growth as an individual, startup founder, and visionary leader, we emphasize relationship-building and foster a vibrant global community of innovative startups inspired by nature to drive positive impact. With a proven track record of 49 companies in our portfolio, we're ready to support your entrepreneurial journey.
Join us and apply today!
Source: https://platform.younoodle.com/competition/2025_ray_of_hope_accelerator (Click for more Program Details, Application Process, and More Informaiton)