Techstars Update: April 2026
Apr 30, 2026
Capital + Programs + Connection = Opportunity
Techstars connects unstoppable founders, wherever they are, with capital, programs, and connections to open up opportunities. See what we were up to in April.
In review:
11 accelerator programs with open applications
1 Founder Catalyst program with open applications
3 upcoming Techstars virtual events
18+ upcoming Techstars Startup Weekend events
7 portfolio companies secured funding
1 portfolio company was acquired
Capital
Each year, we select hundreds of companies to join one of our 3-month, mentorship-driven accelerators, investing capital and providing hands-on mentorship and access to the Techstars network for life.
Portfolio Companies
Since 2006, Techstars has invested in 5,000+ companies. Our founder-first philosophy has connected us with startups across a range of verticals, linking them to a network of successful mentors and partners.
Programs
Techstars accelerators have one goal: to help founders succeed. We believe that great founders and startups are everywhere, but opportunity is not evenly distributed, which is why we continue to launch programs worldwide.
During each three-month program, we surround companies with the best mentors and an unrivaled network of corporate partners, investors, and alumni. We provide funding and fundraising opportunities, workshops, and curated resources, not to mention countless moments where you can learn from your peers. It’s a proven model that has helped build thousands of successful companies.
Applications Open
Learn more about our 3-month accelerators where founders gain funding, mentorship, and access to the Techstars network. The following accelerator programs are currently accepting applications:
Apply by May 6, 2026:
Apply by June 10, 2026:
ABN AMRO + Techstars Future of Finance Accelerator
Techstars Alabama EnergyTech Accelerator
Techstars Anywhere Accelerator
Techstars Columbus Powered by The Ohio State University
Techstars Future of Food Powered by Ecolab
Techstars Healthcare Accelerator powered by Permanente Medicine Mid-Atlantic States
Techstars New York City Accelerator
Connection
Events & Pre-Accelerator Activity
We believe that while people and ideas are equally distributed, opportunity and resources are not. That is why we are committed to increasing access to entrepreneurship — all over the world.
Founder Catalyst
Techstars Founder Catalyst is a pre-accelerator program providing early-stage entrepreneurs with invaluable startup education and mentorship. This part-time, primarily virtual experience is perfectly suited for founders looking to hone their entrepreneurial skills, better understand their target customers, and dig deeply into refining the solutions they are offering the world.
Apply by July 8, 2026:
USC and Techstars University Catalyst
The USC and Techstars University Catalyst is a 10-week pre-accelerator program that provides early-stage USC entrepreneurs with the training, tools, mentorship, and network to prepare them for the next level.
Startup Weekend & Startup Week
Techstars Startup Weekend is a three-day program where aspiring entrepreneurs can experience startup life in hundreds of cities worldwide. Techstars Startup Week is a celebration of entrepreneurship and the people shaping the startup community in your city.
See our May community events:
Techstars Startup Weekend Boston
May 1-3, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend AI Surulere
May 1-4, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Anápolis
May 1-4, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend CASERTA
May 8-11, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Vancouver
May 8-11, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Samarkand
May 15-17, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Sarajevo
May 15-17, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Chapecó
May 15-18, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Reggio Emilia
May 15-18, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Rimini
May 15-18, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Social Innovation Tabaí
May 15-18, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Três Passos
May 15-18, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend AI Lecco
May 22-25, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Horizontina
May 22-25, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Mulhouse
May 22-25, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Pescara
May 22-25, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Sustainability São Mateus
May 22-25, 2026
Techstars Startup Weekend Diversity & Inclusion London
May 29-June 1, 2026
View a full list of upcoming Techstars events.
Techstars Events
Techstars hosts a variety of virtual and in-person events throughout the year for founders.
Our upcoming events:
Techstars Pitch Series - Part 1: Preparing Your Pitch Deck and Investment Memo
May 5, 2026
Techstars Pitch Series - Part 2: Crafting Your 30-Second Pitch
May 12, 2026
Techstars Pitch Series - Part 3: Pitch Deck Review & Feedback
May 19, 2026
View a full list of upcoming Techstars events.
Opportunity
Techstars helps founders succeed. Check out the latest news from across the Techstars portfolio.
Fundraising News
FutureFit AI (Techstars 2020) secures a strategic investment from Achieve Partners, led by investors and author Ryan Craig.
Argentine wildfire AI startup, Satellites on Fire (Techstars 2023), raises $2.7M after building a detection system that beats NASA’s alerts by 35 minutes.
PeakMetrics (Techstars 2020) raises $6M Series A to advance AI narrative intelligence platform.
Input Soft (Techstars 2022) receives a €500K grant through the EISMEA (European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency).
Spacebackend (Techstars 2024) raises €1.8M to accelerate the aerospace industry through AI.
dehaze (Techstars 2023) raises €3.2M for AI chronic disease detection.
Manifest (Formerly Shutterspeed, Techstars 2024) raises $2M to get agencies battle-ready for the AI era.
Exit News
Secretly Distribution acquires Entertainment Intelligence (Techstars 2020).
Other News
Gaia (Techstars 2024): Maryland-based Gaia lands downtown Los Angeles pilot for planter boxes that generate power
Moby (Techstars 2024): Two Sustainability Students See Opportunity Hidden in Laundry-Induced Microplastic Pollution
GroceryList (Techstars 2023): South Florida’s GroceryList expands by digitizing shopping in the Caribbean
Venteur (Techstars 2021): Thatch Welcomes Venteur Customers to Advance Shared Health Benefits Mission
REEV (Techstars 2023): REEV Launches Neuro-Integration Program with 3 Leading Stroke Rehab Hospitals
Courtroom5 (Techstars 2020): Courtroom5 Launches The LAW Accelerator, a Structured Program to Help Self-Represented Litigants Navigate Civil Court
Docology (Techstars Founder Catalyst 2025): Prairie Portraits: Andrew Rogers
IVEE (Techstars 2024): Forbes' 30 Under 30 List
Kepler Communications (Techstars 2016): The largest orbital compute cluster is open for business
Moya Aero (Techstars 2023): Speedbird and Moya Aero Sign Strategic MoU to Explore Integrated Drone Logistics Collaboration
Raenest (Techstars 2022): Raenest releases free E-book breaking down how the U.S. banking system works
Drafted (Techstars 2026): These are five women-led startups to watch in Ottawa
Savvly (Techstars 2023): Savvly Granted Groundbreaking SEC Exemptive Relief to Launch Category-Defining Longevity-Linked Investments
HVAKR (Techstars 2024): HVAKR: integrated AI HVAC design