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Fukuoka City Seeks Participants for Accelerator Program for Social Startups to Connect "Desire to Change Society" with Business Growth

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Published Jun 11, 2026 11:00 AM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 12:02 AM ・ 8 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Fukuoka City has launched a call for participants for its "Fukuoka Social Startup Acceleration" program, designed to support social startups aiming to achieve both social problem-solving and economic growth.
The program will provide mentoring, expert support, networking opportunities, and pitching chances to foster business expansion.

Fukuoka City has launched a call for participants for its "Fukuoka Social Startup Acceleration" program, designed to support social startups aiming to achieve both social problem-solving and economic growth. The program will provide mentoring, expert support, networking opportunities, and pitching chances to foster business expansion.

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Published: Jun 11, 2026

Fukuoka City has begun accepting applications for its "Fukuoka Social Startup Acceleration" program, a support initiative designed for social startups that aim to achieve both social problem-solving and economic growth, starting from Thursday, June 11, 2026.

This program will boost the business growth of startups tackling social issues by providing mentoring from entrepreneurs and investors, support from experts, network building, and pitching opportunities.

Supporting the "Next Growth" of Startups Tackling Social Issues

Fukuoka City has a history of supporting social startups that address social and regional issues to realize people's sustainable and better lives. Since fiscal year 2024, it has launched a subsidy program utilizing the hometown tax donation system to support the strengthening of management foundations.

However, as businesses grow, new challenges have emerged, including:

Further fundraising

Strengthening revenue bases

Strategic design for business expansion

Expanding social impact

Therefore, Fukuoka City will newly implement the acceleration program "Fukuoka Social Startup Acceleration" from fiscal year 2026 to further support the growth of social startups.

Aming to Achieve Both "Social Problem-Solving" and "Economic Growth"

This program will provide tailored, hands-on support based on each startup's situation and challenges.

Main Support Contents

Mentoring by entrepreneurs and investors in the social sector

Expert support for business strategy, sales expansion, fundraising, etc.

Networking with senior entrepreneurs and supporters

Provision of pitching opportunities

Practical support will be provided to grow "doing good for society" into a sustainable business.

Application Overview

Eligibility Criteria

Startups that meet the following conditions: - Engaged in business that contributes to solving social issues

- Business that can gain broad empathy

- Have a base in Fukuoka City or plan to establish one after selection

- Approximately within 10 years of founding, etc.

Number of Openings

Approximately 5

Application Deadline

Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 5:00 PM

Participation Fee

Free

▼ Details and Application Method Here

"Fukuoka Social Startup Acceleration" Official Website

Support Schedule

Early July: Document screening

Late July: Presentation screening

August - March: Acceleration program support period

About the "Fukuoka Social Startup Package"

Fukuoka City operates a comprehensive support package called "Fukuoka Social Startup Package" to support startups aiming to achieve both social problem-solving and economic growth.

This package consists of three programs corresponding to the entrepreneur's growth phase:

01 Academy (Learn & Polish) - FUKUOKA SOCIAL STARTUP ACADEMY

Seminars and practical workshops by social entrepreneurs and experts

02 Support (Connect & Support) - Fukuoka City Social Startup Growth Support Project Subsidy

Subsidy support utilizing hometown tax donations

03 Acceleration (Accompany) - Fukuoka Social Startup Acceleration

Hands-on growth support for startups aiming for business expansion

▼ Details Here

"Fukuoka Social Startup Package" Official Website

Startups We Welcome

Challenging to solve regional issues

Working on solving social issues such as education, welfare, environment, and childcare

Aiming to balance social impact and business growth

Wanting to scale business to the next stage

Fukuoka City supports challenges to make society better.

Apply for the Acceleration Program

To the Fukuoka Social Startup Acceleration Official Website

Learn about Other Support Programs

To the Fukuoka Social Startup Package Official Website

[Contact Information]

Regarding Fukuoka Social Startup Acceleration

Fukuoka Social Startup Acceleration Secretariat

Mail: [email protected]

Regarding Fukuoka Social Startup Package

Fukuoka City, Economic Tourism and Culture Bureau, Startup Promotion Department Tel: 092-711-4455

Mail: [email protected] Keywords:

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FAQ

What is the purpose of Fukuoka City's acceleration program?

To support social startups aiming to achieve both social problem-solving and economic growth, and to foster their business expansion.

What kind of startups are eligible?

Startups engaged in businesses that contribute to solving social issues, gain broad empathy, have or plan to establish a base in Fukuoka City, and are within approximately 10 years of founding.

What kind of support is provided in the program?

Tailored support is provided, including mentoring by entrepreneurs and investors, expert assistance with business strategy and fundraising, networking, and pitching opportunities.

What is the application deadline?

The deadline is 5:00 PM on Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

What other startup support does Fukuoka City offer?

Through the "Fukuoka Social Startup Package," it offers three programs: "Academy" for learning and polishing, "Support" for subsidy assistance, and "Acceleration" for business expansion support.

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