Support underdog Entrepreneurs
With Your Support, Our Region Will Thrive as the Next Great Hub of Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Southeast.
SUPPORT LOCAL ENTREPRENEURS
Success in entrepreneurship comes from hard work, dedication, and support. Our focus is on supporting startup founders. We can’t do it alone.
Consider supporting the startup community with
your time, resources, or sponsorship.
How to Support Local Startups
At FoundersForge, it’s our mission to empower entrepreneurs in the Appalachian Highlands and foster innovation in our community. With your support, we can continue to provide vital resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities to support underdog entrepreneurs. There are several impactful ways you can get involved with FoundersForge and make a difference:
Volunteer with Us
Volunteers are the backbone of our organization, bringing a wealth of knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm that drive our mission forward. By volunteering, you can help us in various areas, including:
- Mentorship: Share your expertise with budding entrepreneurs and guide them through their business journeys.
- Events: Assist in organizing and managing events and workshops.
- Outreach: Help us connect with the community and expand our network of supporters and partners.
Ready to make an impact? Sign Up As a Volunteer Today!
Donate to FoundersForge
Your generous contributions allow us to continue providing programs and services that support entrepreneurs. Whether you choose to make a one-time gift or become a recurring donor, every contribution helps us to:
- Fund Startup Programs: Our programs launch and grow startups in our region. Your support goes directly to the Startup Bootcamp program, Pitch Competitions, and our annual conference, the Startup Mountain Summit.
- Promote Education: Throughout each year we see funding for unique speakers, workshops and educational courses that empower individuals with the knowledge and skills to succeed in their current jobs as well as entrepreneurs.
- Grow Our Region: Startups unique add direct value to our region through employment and a much larger disposable income injected in our local economy. Focusing on support for startups is a focus on economic development for the betterment of our region.
Make a Difference with Your Donation: Donate Today and Support the Underdog Entrepreneurs of the Appalachian Highlands. All Donations Are Tax Deductible.
Partner With Us
Is your business or organization interested in creating a meaningful partnership with the startup community in our region? Collaborate with us to:
- Sponsor Events: Gain visibility and support our events and initiatives
- Provide In-Kind Support: Offer products or services that can benefit our programs and participants
- Join Our Network: Connect with like-minded organizations through the Appalachian Startup Alliance and amplify your impact through our community
Explore partnership opportunities: Creating a bridge of access to the most innovative people in our region will directly support your organization. Contact us to discuss how we can work together to foster entrepreneurial success in our region and beyond.