The mission of the Access Georgia Foundation is to bridge the gap in support for early-stage entrepreneurs to set them up for long-term success.
Our roots were formed in 2020 with the support of TiE Atlanta, which launched the ACCESS Program to provide a new avenue for profitable, investable companies to build their companies and networks. Due to the success of the program, it spun off in 2024 to become its own entity: the Access Georgia Foundation.
We continue our dedication to supporting early-stage entrepreneurs evolve into thriving businesses, investing over $2.3 million into 17 companies across the Southeast. We’ve included 97 companies in our programming initiatives, connecting them with 85 mentors who’ve delivered over 1,600 of business coaching.
By partnering with corporations, public and private organizations, municipalities, and investors, our programming for founders includes:
$2.3 Million
Invested
97
Companies Impacted
85
Mentors Engaged
1600+
Mentorship Hours
Companies founded by early-stage entrepreneurs are being launched at historical rates. However, not all entrepreneurs have the resources, skills, networks, and knowledge to secure funding through traditional investments such as investors, venture capital, and conventional small business loans.
Early-stage entrepreneurs’ top three asks are always: mentorship, an expansive network, and access to capital. The Access Georgia Foundation sets the stage for success through its entrepreneurship programming that helps to bridge these gaps.
We strive to create more inroads for startups with thoughtful and strategic programming, events, and outreach. We include entrepreneurs in all stages and industries, channeling support through coaching, capital, and connections.
The Access Georgia Foundation team represents professionals from different business sectors and regions who all share the same goal and passion to support and elevate budding entrepreneurs.
Our Board of Directors
Our Founding Members
Our Staff
To become a part of the Access Foundation, email us at board@staging.accessgaf.org
The Access Georgia Foundation thrives thanks to its current partners and sponsors’ commitment to our mission. From funding Access programs to providing mentorship support or serving on our Corporate Advisory Council, our partners and sponsors have been integral to the Foundation’s growth.
