Updated: June 13, 2026
Accelerator
Incubator
Health
Food
NC IDEA
Founded 2005 · Durham, USA
NC IDEA is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization created to serve as a catalyst for young, high-growth, technology companies in North
Alumni startups
178
Total investments
187
Successful exits
16
About the program
Program type
Investment focus areas
Health
Food
Beverage
Enterprise Software
Education
Home Living
Marketing
FinTech
Kids
Energy
Media
Fashion
Jobs Recruitment
Real Estate
Sports
Semiconductors
Wellness Beauty
Service Provider
Transportation
Travel
Legal
Robotics
Security
Engineering And Manufacturing Equipment
Telecom
Music
Consumer Electronics
Hosting
Chemicals
Description
NC IDEA is a nonprofit organization that aims to help people achieve their entrepreneurial ambition to start and grow high-potential companies. Through their powerful combination of competitive grants and programs and a network of strategic partners, they help entrepreneurs when they need it. They offer grant funding and support on the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Founded2005
Location
Investment offer
Can lead rounds
Yes
Funding requirements
We invest in initiatives fostering entrepreneurial ambition and economic empowerment.