What is Beacon?
Beacon helps startup founders discover and connect with 2,000+ accelerator programs and pitch competitions nationwide. Find the right opportunities to fuel your growth, beyond the same big names. This is a test run (small batch). We add accelerators weekly.
Problem
Startup founders manually research accelerator programs and pitch competitions, facing time-consuming processes and limited visibility beyond well-known accelerators.
Solution
A centralized database tool where users can search and filter through 2,000+ accelerators and pitch competitions, with real-time updates and application tracking (e.g., filtering by industry, funding stage, or location).
Customers
Startup founders, particularly early-stage entrepreneurs seeking funding and mentorship, often in tech or innovation-driven industries.
Unique Features
Aggregates niche and regional accelerators rarely listed elsewhere; weekly updates ensure current opportunities.
User Comments
Saves hours of research
Discovered hidden opportunities
Easy to track deadlines
Needs more international programs
Simple interface
Traction
Beta phase with 2,000+ accelerators listed; adding new programs weekly; featured on Product Hunt with 100+ upvotes during launch.
Market Size
The global startup accelerator market was valued at $3.4 billion in 2022 (Grand View Research).
