Incubator
A guided development program for early-stage veteran founders with ideas but no product or revenue. It focuses on validating, shaping, and communicating businesses into testable, launch-ready models.
Overview
The 2026 Incubator Program will host five Cohorts. Each cohort includes three days in person plus six weeks of virtual programming.
Ideal Incubator Candidates
Founders should be early-stage but committed. Participants should be actively taking steps toward launching their business, whether that means investing in equipment, forming an LLC, validating the idea, securing a designer, doing market research, or building early prototypes.
- 20 companies per cohort
- Designed for founders with ideas but no product or revenue
- 3 days in person + 6 weeks of mentorship
- Local program: must live in the area or be able to commute
- No cost to participate
- Zero equity taken
- Travel scholarships available
- Seed funding available for select founders
FAQ
The Incubator includes a three-day, in person seminar focused on business fundamentals followed by six weeks of virtual learning.
Incubator participants should be veterans or military spouses who are committed to their business, have a developed idea or very early prototype, readiness to test and refine their concept, and are looking for guidance on the fundamentals of business.
Yes, the Incubator is a localized program; therefore, participants must live in the area or be willing to commute. We do not cover travel costs for this program.
You may only participate in one program per year, but many founders may start with the Incubator and later advance to the Accelerator as their business grows.
Apply for the program that you feel best suits your business at its current stage. As we review applications, if we believe you would be a better fit for another program, we will reach out and let you know.