Applicants interested in the IdeaSpace Accelerator program must have:
A startup focused on solving an urgent problem or issue through technology
A self-aware, coachable, committed, and collaborative team, comprised of a minimum of one (1) member; for teams applying from other countries, there has to be at least one part-time or full-time Filipino founder
At least one full-time member on the team
A minimum viable product
Access to a stable internet connection and a device for virtual sessions for the duration of the program
Our application process:
Check out the FAQs for any questions about the program.
Apply via YouNoodle. You may edit and update your entry anytime before the deadline.
Applicants meeting the criteria will be asked to submit a video entry for the 2nd round of evaluations. Those passing the 2nd round would proceed to a final round with a panel interview featuring IdeaSpace staff, mentors, and partners.
The selected startups will participate in the six-week pre-acceleration program, after which they will pitch to a select group of judges for a chance to take part in the four-month acceleration program.
Timeline
The call for applications opens only once a year. We encourage teams fitting the criteria to apply for the program for a chance to join our growing network of high-potential startups.
For the 2021 acceleration program, here are some of the key dates that you will need to know:
November 27, 2020: Opening for call of applications
December 11, 2020: IdeaSpace Demo Day
January 12-February 17, 2021: Community events and writeshops
(Extended Deadline) March 5, 2021, 11:59 p.m. (Manila time): Deadline for applications