Points of Light Civic Accelerator
Overview
The Points of Light Civic Accelerator, known as CivicX, is a pioneering accelerator program and investment fund dedicated to supporting 'civic ventures'—for-profit and nonprofit startups that leverage human capital to solve critical social issues. Established in 2012, CivicX offers a 10-week, boot camp-style program designed to equip early-stage ventures with the tools and resources necessary to scale their social innovations and attract further investments. The program convenes 10-15 teams both in person and online, providing a comprehensive curriculum that includes entrepreneur training, business model development, and design thinking methodologies. CivicX's investment strategy focuses on ventures that address a wide array of social challenges, including digital and financial inclusion, workforce development, and economic mobility. The accelerator has a history of investing $50,000 each in selected startups, aiming to empower them to expand their impact and reach underserved communities. Notable investments have been made in ventures such as ReciproCare, La Cocina VA, Cell-Ed, STEM NOLA, SpringFour, and The Virtual Scholarship Center, among others. These investments reflect CivicX's commitment to fostering innovative solutions that promote social good across various sectors. Through its strategic partnerships and support from organizations like PwC Charitable Foundation, Starbucks Foundation, Capital One, and others, CivicX has successfully graduated numerous teams that have collectively generated significant revenue and positively impacted millions of individuals. The accelerator's approach emphasizes the importance of human capital in driving social change, positioning it as a key player in the landscape of social entrepreneurship and impact investing in the United States.
Investment Focus
- For-profit and nonprofit startups addressing critical social problems
- Early-stage ventures seeking to scale social innovations
- Teams committed to leveraging human capital as part of their solution
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Points of Light Civic Accelerator invest in?
Points of Light Civic Accelerator invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in Georgia, United States. Points of Light Civic Accelerator is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Points of Light Civic Accelerator invest at?
Points of Light Civic Accelerator backs companies at Seed and Early Stage, writing cheques of 50K - 50K.
Which regions does Points of Light Civic Accelerator invest in?
Points of Light Civic Accelerator invests across United States.
What companies has Points of Light Civic Accelerator invested in?
Points of Light Civic Accelerator's portfolio includes Cell-Ed, ReciproCare, La Cocina VA, STEM NOLA, SpringFour, The Virtual Scholarship Center, Operation Spark and PYT Funds.
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