Founders Foundation Green Economy Accelerator

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Scale your business with our green economy accelerator

About the programme

Founders Foundation NPC in partnership with Jobs Fund, E Squared and Outsourced CFO has launched an accelerator to help high-potential SMEs scale.

We provide the technical expertise and resources needed to overcome market barriers, ensuring sustainable growth and investor readiness.

Programme details

Entrepreneurs are placed into one of two tailored intervention streams based on their immediate needs and growth trajectory:

Finance Readiness Route: Accelerate your fundraise with expert-led strategy, 3-5 year financial modelling (FF)_Green Energy Accelerator_One Pager, and valuation. Build a full due diligence pack and conclude by pitching directly to mandate-fit investors.

Market Readiness Route: Drive growth with expert-led brand and PR strategies, online optimization, and lead management tools. We help you refine your competitive edge and build a high-performing customer pipeline.

Our proven impact:

Join a legacy of success. Results from our previous accelerator cohorts include:

Funding Raised Our partners have secured R1bn+ in funding for programme participants.

Revenue Growth Participants averaged 28% monthly revenue growth post-programme.

Who Should Apply?

We are looking for prime businesses ready to scale. The minimum application requirements are:

  • A South African-owned business.

  • A business turnover exceeding R1 million per annum.

  • More than two years in operation.

  • Strong preference for SMEs operating in the Green Economy.

  • Strong preference under black-owned businesses, specifically youth (female led).

Ready to Take Your Business to the Next Level? Don’t miss the opportunity to transform your business operations, raise funding and scale your business.

Applications are Open 4 May – 30 May 2026 [Click here to apply]

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