Updated: June 13, 2026
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Accelerator
Incubator
Civictech
Smart Grid

AcceliCITY powered by Leading Cities

Boston, USA

Alumni startups

381

Total investments

402

Successful exits

13

About the program

Description

The AcceliCITY program is an opportunity for smart city innovators to utilize Leading Cities’ global network of municipal governments, corporations and Smart City experts to successfully build smarter cities while propelling startup’s growth. AcceliCITY also offers the chance for startups to secure what they need most - paid pilot projects to build their portfolio and validate their solutions. Selected semi-finalists will participate in a series of webinars hosted by international business, civic and academic leaders. Selected finalists will be invited to a Smart City Boot Camp in Boston & New York consisting of workshops as well as a pitch/demo day to showcase your innovations to potential and future clients, partners, investors, and mentors. The program is operated by Leading Cities, a 501c(3) non-profit organization that improves the quality of life in cities through the development of “Smart Ecosystems”. The organization is a pioneer in city diplomacy, sharing best practices and promoting Smart City innovations to cities worldwide.

Location

Investment offer

Can lead rounds
Yes
Funding requirements

We invest in accelerator, clean energy, cybersecurity, govtech, infrastructure, smart building, smart cities, sustainability, transportation.

Numbers

Total Investments
402
Lead Investments
1
Alumni Startups
381
Total Exits
13