UpTide Nonprofit Accelerator: $5K Grant & NYC Showcase

Is your nonprofit ready to scale its impact? The UpTide Accelerator, powered by 92NY, offers five U.S.-based community organizations a transformative opportunity to grow. Selected leaders (CEOs/Executive Directors) receive a $5,000 unrestricted grant, a week of NYC networking (fully funded), and expert-led training to craft a winning pitch for additional grant funding.

Why Apply?

• $5K Grant + Funding Opportunities: Compete for more grants at Showcase Day.
• All-Expenses-Paid NYC Trip: Flights, hotel, and meals covered for January 2026.
• Strategic Growth Tools: 3-year plan, pitch coaching, and board engagement sessions.
• Elite Network: Connect with mentors, peers, and funders from 92NY and SEED SPOT.

Deadline: June 2, 2025

Program Dates: September 2025 – January 2026 (virtual + NYC finale).

Eligibility Requirements:

• Role: Full-time CEO/ED/President of a U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
• Mission: Must address the "Crisis of Community" (disconnection/isolation).
• Impact: Serves 500+ people annually with 1+ year of proven outcomes.
• Scalability: Replicable model ready to expand.
• Commitment: Must attend all virtual sessions + NYC week.