DreamForge Tech for Good Accelerator
Where Changemakers
Build the Future
of Tech for Good
An 8-week intensive program that takes Innovation Circle members from idea to impact — culminating in a public Demo Day showcase.
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An Accelerator Built
for Social Impact
Most accelerators are built for startups chasing venture capital. The DreamForge Tech for Good Accelerator is built for something different — people who want to use technology to solve real problems in their communities, nonprofits, and the world.
Open exclusively to members of Innovation Circles, the Accelerator is an 8-week intensive that takes a project from concept to working prototype. Teams receive structured mentorship, technical support, and access to a growing network of tech-for-good practitioners.
The program culminates in a public Demo Day — where teams present their work to an audience of community leaders, funders, and potential partners.
The Program
The 8-Week Journey
A structured sprint from problem definition to working prototype, with expert guidance every step of the way.
Weeks 1–2
Problem Definition & Vision
Clarify the problem you're solving. Map the stakeholders. Define what success looks like for your community or cause.
Weeks 3–4
AI Tools & Tech Stack
Learn to use AI-powered tools purposefully. Choose the right technology for your solution and begin building your foundation.
Weeks 5–6
Build & Iterate
Move from prototype to working product. Test with real users in your community. Refine based on what you learn.
Weeks 7–8
Demo Day Prep & Launch
Polish your presentation. Prepare your pitch. Get ready to showcase your work at the public Demo Day event.
Our Partners
Built with World-Class Partners
The DreamForge Accelerator is powered by partnerships with leading institutions in philanthropy, community technology, and social innovation.
Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
Indiana University's globally recognized school of philanthropy brings expertise in mission-driven giving, community engagement, and social impact frameworks to every cohort.
PeaceGeeks
A pioneering tech-for-good organization with a decade of experience building digital tools for refugees, displaced communities, and underserved populations worldwide.
Loyola University Chicago
Bringing Jesuit values of justice and community service, Loyola's network connects Accelerator participants with faculty expertise, students, and social enterprise resources.
The Culminating Event
Demo Day
At the end of every cohort, teams present their work to a live audience of philanthropists, civic leaders, nonprofit executives, and fellow innovators. Demo Day is more than a showcase — it's a launchpad.
Live Presentations
Each team delivers a 5-minute pitch of their project, the problem it solves, and the impact it's designed to create.
Expert Feedback
A panel of social sector leaders, technologists, and philanthropists provides real-time feedback and connects teams to resources.
Community & Connection
Demo Day is open to the public and draws the broader DreamForge community — creating new partnerships, collaborations, and opportunities.
Applications Now Open
Ready to Build
for Good?
The DreamForge Tech for Good Accelerator is open to active members of an Innovation Circle. Take the next step — apply today or join a Circle to get started.