Accelerating what’s next

Accelerate Your Growth With C3

  • Impact and Growth

    Participate in interactive workshops, expert panels, and deep dives on essential topics.

  • Investor Readiness

    Gain essential pitching skills, design the ultimate pitch deck, and learn how to communicate with investors.

  • C3 Network

    Leverage C3’s international network of over 1,000 investors and 4,000 experts.

Find the Right Program for Your Startup

At C3 we support startups at various stages of growth with a range of programs, running independently and in partnership with leading corporates and government organizations.

We offer two main types of programs to support diverse entrepreneurial needs:

  • C3 Impact Accelerators: Our flagship programs are designed to help early-stage, impact-driven startups scale their business and maximise their positive contribution to society and the environment.

  • Corporate Innovation Programs: Bespoke initiatives co-designed with leading organisations to support innovation, sustainability, and entrepreneurship across key sectors.

Our Flagship Programs

C3 Impact Accelerators are divided into four industry sectors: Environment and Agriculture, Education, Financial Empowerment, and Health. Selected startups receive hands-on training on key impact and business pillars, access to a global network of experts and investors, and ongoing support as part of the C3 community.

Energy, Food & Agriculture

Climate, Food and Industry

Education & Reskilling

Education and Reskilling

Financial Empowerment

Financial Empowerment

Financial Inclusion and Fintech

Human Health & Wellbeing

Healthtech and Wellbeing

All Programs

Apply to current opportunities and learn more about our past initiatives.

Standard Chartered Women in Tech Accelerator

Standard Chartered Women in Tech Accelerator

EGA Ramp-Up

EGA Ramp-Up

C3 Net Zero Catalyst - in partnership with HSBC

C3 Net Zero Catalyst - in partnership with HSBC

I-nnovate: Merck Innovation Hub

I-nnovate: Merck Innovation Hub

Google for Startups: Growth Academy Women in AI

Google for Startups: Growth Academy Women in AI

DMCC Sustainability Hub

DMCC Sustainability Hub

ENGIE Youth Development Programme – delivered by C3

ENGIE Youth Development Programme – delivered by C3

Multichoice Africa Accelerator – powered by C3

Multichoice Africa Accelerator – powered by C3

DMCC Impact Scale-Up Programme – powered by C3

DMCC Impact Scale-Up Programme – powered by C3

C3 Impact Accelerator – powered by HSBC

C3 Impact Accelerator – powered by HSBC

C3 I.D.E.A Accelerator – powered by Accenture

C3 I.D.E.A Accelerator – powered by Accenture

C3 Investor Readiness Africa – powered by IIF

C3 Investor Readiness Africa – powered by IIF

Dubai Chamber - Global Access Program

Dubai Chamber - Global Access Program

Dubai Cares and Dubai Future Foundation - Humanitarian Accelerator

Dubai Cares and Dubai Future Foundation - Humanitarian Accelerator

MBC Academy Programs - MBC Networks

MBC Academy Programs - MBC Networks

“C3 was the only accelerator focused on impact and the concept that a business can generate profit and solve a social or global problem simultaneously.”

Rana A. Batterjee, Co-founder & Chief Purpose Officer at Eduployment 

“Our journey with the C3 Impact Accelerator has been nothing short of transformative. The programme has sharpened our vision and provided us with invaluable resources and guidance, enabling us to understand our theory of change and value propositions. “

Adeleye Odebunmi, CEO, Pakam

“What an incredible journey! The time and dedication invested by the C3 team and the exceptional trainers, along with the flawless structure and content of the course, were outstanding. I am truly grateful to be part of such an inspiring community.”

Adam Ridgway, ONE MOTO