Halcyon is a leading impact accelerator that has been empowering early-stage social entrepreneurs since 2014. Founded by Dr. Sachiko Kuno and Kate Goodall, the organization takes its name from the historic Halcyon House in Georgetown, Washington, DC, reflecting its founding mission to provide a haven where bold founders tackling the world's most pressing problems can find support, optimism, and belief. Since its inception, Halcyon has supported over 650 entrepreneurs from more than 50 countries, helping them scale their sustainable, world-changing solutions through a bold, founder-first accelerator model.
Halcyon's programs provide early-stage social entrepreneurs with critical resources including space, community, and access to networks. Their comprehensive support includes tailored business training for product-market fit, capital strategy, and leadership development, along with additional resources to help founders scale their ventures. Through Halcyon Fund I & II, the HVP Angels, and partnerships with their ecosystem, they educate and invest in impact-driven founders. The organization's far-reaching impact is made possible through the generous support of donors, supporters, partners, and a passionate global team dedicated to accelerating the impact-driven future of business.
Halcyon focuses exclusively on serving impact-driven entrepreneurs with ventures in three key verticals that drive equity and inclusivity in society: Climate, Health, and EquityTech. Their Climate vertical empowers entrepreneurs creating solutions that strengthen adaptation and resilience for communities and ecosystems facing climate change. The Health vertical supports entrepreneurs dedicated to improving individual and community well-being by expanding access to quality, affordable care and driving better physical and mental health outcomes.
The EquityTech vertical empowers entrepreneurs dedicated to creating inclusive systems that close equity gaps in wealth, education, and opportunity, with a focus on EdTech and the Future of Work. By concentrating on these three interconnected verticals, Halcyon targets ventures that drive transformative, sustainable impact and create meaningful change for millions of people globally.
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Comprehensive Accelerator Programs
Access tailored business training for product-market fit, capital strategy, and leadership development designed specifically for impact-driven ventures across Climate, Health, and EquityTech sectors.
Global Expert Network
Connect with Halcyon's collective of advisors, leadership coaches, and skill series presenters who are crucial to program success and provide ongoing support to founders.
Investment Opportunities
Access to capital through Halcyon Fund I & II, HVP Angels, and ecosystem partners who invest in and support impact-driven founders throughout their scaling journey.
Lifetime Alumni Community
Join a growing global community of 650+ impact-driven entrepreneurs from 50+ countries who are driving meaningful change for millions and continue to support each other beyond the program.
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