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Conquer Accelerator (Spartan Innovations)

Offers Conquer Accelerator, supporting Michigan start-ups through a structured business accelerator run by Spartan Innovations.

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Conquer Accelerator is a 10-week business accelerator run by Spartan Innovations, a wholly owned subsidiary of the MSU Foundation. Each selected startup receives $20,000 from Red Cedar Ventures, along with mentorship, workspace, and access to an angel and venture-capital network.

The program is equity-based rather than a non-dilutive grant. It has supported more than 80 startups since launch, wit…

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Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.

Last verified: 29 May 2026Source: msufoundation.org