Updated: June 13, 2026
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MassChallenge - Switzerland Accelerator

Founded 2009 ยท Lausanne, Switzerland

Strengthens the global innovation ecosystem by accelerating high-potential startups across all industries, from anywhere in the world for zero-equity taken

Alumni startups

2458

Total investments

1350

Successful exits

92

Funding raised

$6.2B

About the program

Program type
Investment stage
Description

Headquartered in the United States with locations in Boston, Israel, Mexico, Rhode Island, Switzerland, and Texas, MassChallenge strengthens the global innovation ecosystem by accelerating high-potential startups across all industries, from anywhere in the world for zero-equity taken. Some numbers from MassChallenge: - 2,458 alumni startups - $6.2B+ funding raised - $3B+ revenue generated - 157K+ jobs created

Founded2009
Crunchbase rank#313

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Key dates

Duration20 weeks
Application deadlineMarch 4, 2026
Open

Investment offer

OfferUp to CHF 1M in non-dilutive cash prizes and in-kind awards, with zero equity taken.
Details

A 4-month zero-equity accelerator program providing world-class mentoring, tailored curriculum, and access to over 15 global corporate partners. Startups compete for up to CHF 1M in non-dilutive cash prizes and in-kind awards. Food and climate-focused startups may also qualify for an additional CHF 100,000 Louis Dreyfus Company Climate Resilience Prize.

Numbers

Total Investments
1350
Alumni Startups
2458
Total Exits
92
Total Funding Raised by Alumni
$6.2B