Deadline:
As soon as possible
Location(s)
Ireland
Office space at Dogpatch Labs.
Overview
Details
NDRC Rolling Investment applications now open
- NDRC backs early-stage, globally scalable tech startups with €100,000 investment through a founder-friendly, uncapped SAFE (link to details).
- We’re a mentorship-driven programme that provides hands-on support, investor connectivity, and access to Ireland’s leading founder community and alumni network.
- We invest in teams as early as formation — or when they’re ready to move fast.
Mentors & Speakers
As an entrepreneur-led programme the NDRC Accelerator involves Mentors & Speakers who support the founders. They have deep knowledge across all stages of a startup, from founding to funding, to scaling, to exit.
What to Expect
The support doesn’t end after Demo Day. The Accelerator is designed to help you for the long-term.
- Foundation Phase: 3 months focusing your 'accelerator goal', activating bespoke supports, customer dev, seed-round readiness.
- Demo Day: Pitch to a global audience of angel investors, VCs, entrepreneurs, potential customers and partners.
- Development Phase: 3 months post-demo day support, helping you raise a smart, strategic seed round and/or winning customers
- Post Programme Support: We have a dedicated team to support alumni with scaling, hiring, new customers, and raising follow-on funding.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Is This Accelerator For You?
We’re looking for founders who are building global solutions to global problems.
- Industry: We invest in teams and companies, not industries. If you have a globally scalable tech solution, get in touch.
- Investment Stage: You’re typically at the pre-seed investment stage and are looking to close a seed round in the next 3-12 months.
- Product Stage: You’re developing or testing an early product / MVP and have some early proof-points with customers.
- Team: We’re looking for teams with some unique insight or competency in their domain, who are aligned on passion and vision.
Dates
Deadline: As soon as possible
Cost/funding for participants
Founder-First, Entrepreneur-Led
We offer founder-friendly investment with mentorship from proven entrepreneurs and a whole range of value-adds.
€100k Investment
We’re one of the first European accelerators to offer €100k investment using a SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity), pioneered by Y Combinator.
Mentors & EIRs
Receive highly personalized mentoring from 40+ successful entrepreneurs as well as access to dedicated Entrepreneurs in Residence.
Value Adds
Tailored supports, investor lunches, 12 months space, €500k perks, post-accelerator support, and much more.
Un-save Opportunity
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
