Robin Hood Blue Ridge Labs Catalyst 2027

Catalyst is Robin Hood Blue Ridge Labs’ intensive 16-week accelerator for pre-seed technology startups and early-stage technology nonprofits using software, AI and data to expand economic mobility in New York City.

• Applicants must have developed an MVP and demonstrated early traction.
• The solution must be scalable and aligned with economic mobility for low-income New Yorkers and Americans.
• The venture must not have generated more than $150,000 in total revenue during any 12-month period.
• The venture must not have raised more than $500,000, excluding grants.
• Applicants must be able to build their product internally.
• Unincorporated applicants may apply but must incorporate immediately if accepted.

• $100,000 investment for for-profit ventures.
• $100,000 grant for nonprofit ventures.
• Potential follow-on funding.
• Tailored coaching in finance, product, sales, marketing and engineering.
• User insights through the Design Insight Group.
• Fundraising preparation, investor exposure and Demo Day.
• Long-term access to mentors, investors and partners.

• Applications are reviewed by a judging panel comprising civic leaders, investors, Robin Hood leadership and Design Insight Group members. Selected applicants may be invited to interview.