Accelerating what’s next
Accelerate Your Growth With C3
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Impact and Growth
Participate in interactive workshops, expert panels, and deep dives on essential topics.
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Investor Readiness
Gain essential pitching skills, design the ultimate pitch deck, and learn how to communicate with investors.
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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.
Applications for the C3 Impact Accelerators 2025 edition are now closed. Stay tuned for future editions!
Energy, Food & Agriculture
Climate, Food and Industry
Education & Reskilling
Education and Reskilling
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.
Women's Pavilion Return to Work Programme in partnership with HSBC
Enersol Energy Challenge - Powered by C3
Standard Chartered Women in Tech Accelerator
EGA Ramp-Up
C3 Net Zero Catalyst - in partnership with HSBC
I-nnovate: Merck Innovation Hub
Google for Startups: Growth Academy Women in AI
DMCC Sustainability Hub
ENGIE Youth Development Programme – delivered by C3
Multichoice Africa Accelerator – powered by C3
DMCC Impact Scale-Up Programme – powered by C3
C3 Impact Accelerator – powered by HSBC
C3 I.D.E.A Accelerator – powered by Accenture
C3 Investor Readiness Africa – powered by IIF
Dubai Chamber - Global Access Program
Dubai Cares and Dubai Future Foundation - Humanitarian Accelerator
MBC Academy Programs - MBC Networks
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“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
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“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
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“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
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“The C3 team is very professional and accommodating. This created a warm and comfortable environment for 23 strangers to sit at the same table and be part of the same vision.”
Jason Gasper, CEO and Co-Founder, RAZRLAB
