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Conquer Accelerator (Spartan Innovations)

Conquer Accelerator

Supports Michigan-connected startups through a full acceleration program with mentorship and milestone funding.

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About

The Conquer Accelerator, operated by Spartan Innovations — a wholly owned subsidiary of the MSU Foundation — is a 10-week intensive business acceleration program that provides $20,000 in equity investment per selected startup through Red Cedar Ventures, the venture capital arm of the MSU Foundation. In addition to capital, participants receive structured mentorship, access to workspace in East Lan…

What this grant funds

All technology sectors are eligible, with the Conquer Detroit variant specifically targeting medical and health technology startups in Southeast Michigan.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.3 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Equity
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: msufoundation.org