Accelerators & Incubators
- StartupPHL — The City of Philadelphia's initiative to support startups. Grants, events, and connections to capital. phila.gov/startupphl
- DreamIt Ventures — One of the most active seed accelerators in the region, based in Philadelphia.
- Technically Philly — The go-to resource for following Philadelphia's tech and startup community. technical.ly/philly
- PIDC — Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation. Financing, real estate, and technical assistance for businesses of all sizes. pidcphila.com
Coworking & Community
- Benjamin's Desk — Coworking space and community hub for Philadelphia's creative and tech community.
- Indy Hall — Philadelphia's original coworking space. More community than office. indyhall.org
- 1776 — Startup campus with programming, mentorship, and connections.
Funding & Capital
- African American Chamber of Commerce — Resources and capital access specifically for Black-owned businesses in PA, NJ & DE.
- Ben Franklin Technology Partners — Early-stage investment and support for tech and life science companies. sep.benfranklin.org
- Philadelphia Foundation — Grants for nonprofits and community organizations. philafound.org
Skills & Learning
- SCORE Philadelphia — Free mentoring from experienced business executives. philadelphia.score.org
- SBA Philadelphia District Office — Federal small business resources, loans, and counseling. sba.gov
