SEED SPOT is a national nonprofit impact accelerator and entrepreneur support organization that empowers founders — including for-profit and nonprofit ventures — with mentorship, business training, and network access. Its programs (e.g., Impact Accelerator, Retail Brand Accelerator, Emerging Brand Accelerator, Launch Camps, and community incubators) focus on inclusive, mission-driven entrepreneurship and provide founders with the tools, coaching, and opportunities to grow their business traction, pitch to investors, and access small grant awards while retaining full ownership of their companies. 

• Impact-oriented ventures and founders addressing community, health, retail, social, or economic challenges.
• Diverse entrepreneurs — including under-represented founders and nonprofit ventures — are welcome.
• Early to early-growth stage startups seeking structured support and community.

Application & Selection: Founders apply to the specific SEED SPOT program (Impact Accelerator or other tracks). 

Orientation & Cohort Entry: Selected founders join a cohort-based program with structured lessons, workshops, and mentorship. 

Mentorship & Curriculum: Participants engage in personalized mentoring, expert workshops, and strategic coaching appropriate to their business stage. 

Demo Day / Showcase: Many programs include a public pitch event, where founders can compete for cash prizes or grants. 

Alumni Support: After completion, founders gain access to ongoing mentorship, funding resources, and community networks. 

✔ Mentorship from a broad network of advisors and industry experts.
✔ Structured curriculum and business training tailored to venture needs.
✔ Access to a community of peers, mentors, and impact founders.
✔ Opportunities to compete for small grants/cash prizes (e.g., $15,000 at Demo Day).
✔ Ongoing alumni resources — networking, legal/marketing support, and funding access pathways.
✔ Connections to broader funding sources and investor partners via demos and ecosystem engagements.