Veteran Entrepreneur Program Accelerator

The PenFed Foundation for Military Heroes runs a free, equity-free accelerator for veteran- and military spouse-owned businesses that have a minimum viable product and early traction. Each cohort of 8–10 companies attends a four-day in-person intensive on strategy, leadership and growth, followed by six weeks of mentorship, with flights, hotel and meals covered. Participants may qualify for the Foundation's annual pitch competition for non-dilutive funding. The Foundation plans five cohorts in...