MassChallenge
MassChallenge is a global nonprofit startup accelerator headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, established in 2009. It supports early-stage entrepreneurs across various industries, including technology, healthcare, and social impact, by providing mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities. With locations in Israel, Mexico, Switzerland, Texas, and the UK, MassChallenge connects high-potential startups with industry experts and investors to foster innovation and facilitate growth. The accelerator operates on a non-equity model, allowing entrepreneurs to maintain full ownership of their companies while benefiting from strategic partnerships and tailored training programs. Through its diverse initiatives, such as targeted accelerator programs like MassChallenge HealthTech and FinTech, the organization aims to drive impactful change and enhance the global innovation ecosystem.
Rhythmo
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Rhythmo is a company focused on educating teenagers in music and STEM through innovative products. It manufactures music production instruments, including a MIDI drum machine and speaker combo, designed to be accessible and affordable. These products come in a cardboard box and are bundled with an application, sound packs, and tutorials, allowing users to explore music production creatively. Rhythmo's approach emphasizes DIY learning, offering a unique cardboard MIDI controller kit that encourages hands-on engagement and customization. By combining music education with practical tools, Rhythmo aims to inspire the next generation of musicians and creators.
Girls Health Champions
Grant in 2017
Girls Health Champions is an innovative, peer-to-peer education model where adolescent girls in India are trained to directly educate their peers about these important health topics, including nutrition, mental health, gender-based violence, menstruation, and reproductive health. Their peer educators ("Champions") are trained in focused curriculum which were created in partnership with leading pediatricians, psychiatrists, obstetricians and gynecologists, educational specialists, and school teachers in both the United States and India.
Finnest, Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2016 that develops application software aimed at teaching children and teenagers essential financial skills through gamification. The mobile app and secured debit card account provide tools and activities designed to instill good money habits, covering topics such as financial education, personal finance, savings, and responsible spending. By facilitating easier transfers between parents and their children, Finnest encourages young users to save and grow their money while fostering an understanding of money management and investment. The platform represents an innovative approach to financial literacy for the younger generation.
Signature Orthodontics
Grant in 2016
People of any age can benefit from orthodontic treatment. Teeth that are crooked, crowded, or that stick out affect the way your teeth look and work. These changes improve not only the look of your smile, but the health and longevity of your teeth. A referral from your general dentist is not required to be seen at our office, however they are welcomed. Their practice consists of young children, adolescence and adult patients. They feel privliged to have the opportunity to get to know them while they help shape their smile and improve their lives. In general, orthodontic treatment time ranges from 18-24 months. The actual time can depend on the growth of your mouth and face, your cooperation in your treatment, and the severity of the problem.
Teens In AI is an Acorn Aspirations' initiative, launched at the AI for Good Global Summit at the UN in May 2018, exists to inspire the next generation of AI researchers, entrepreneurs and leaders who will shape the world of tomorrow. It aims to give young people early exposure to AI being developed and deployed for social good. Through a combination of teensinai’s own hackathons, accelerators, and bootcamps together with expert mentoring, talks, company tours, workshops, and networking opportunities the program creates the platform for young people aged 12-18 to explore AI, machine learning, and data science.
Spill Inc operates a confidential peer support network primarily designed for college students, allowing users to share personal challenges and receive advice from individuals with similar experiences. The platform, accessible at SpillNow.com, facilitates the exchange of wisdom, empathy, and support among users, who can earn recognition for their contributions to the community. Initially popular among female college students, Spill has since expanded its reach to 150 colleges in the United States and 13 countries, and has introduced support groups for high school students, adults, military veterans, and entrepreneurs. Founded in 2011 and recognized as the winner of the Global Social Venture Competition in 2012, Spill aims to democratize access to emotional support and foster a culture of empathy among its users.
Speedbump has taken a new approach to addressing the problem of teen speeding and distracted driving, with a smartphone app coupled with cloud computing to encourage a dialogue about driving safety between young drivers and their parents. Speedbump is a research based product with patents pending in driving safety. Their SpeedSmart technology addresses both the consumer and commercial driving safety markets.
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