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Technology for Sustainable Social Impact (TS2) Start-Up Accelerator

Begin Your Application for the TS2 Accelerator

Calling Technology-Based Start-Ups With Innovative Solutions 

The Technology for Sustainable Social Impact (TS2) Accelerator is a highly customised venture development programme designed to empower bold, impact-driven start-ups on their path to sustainable growth. With a small cohort size and tailored support, founders and their management teams will gain access to a rich network of mentors, investors, and impact professionals over an intensive 10-week journey.

TS2 supports technology start-ups that create human-centred social impact in Singapore. Start-ups at varying levels of technological engagement—from deep tech to light and low tech—are eligible to participate and scale their businesses while amplifying their impact.

For more information: 

Read our FAQ document or email us at funding@raise.sg

Jointly Organised By

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NUSE

Why join the TS2 Accelerator?

Local & International Networks

Access a wealth of resources and connect with mentors and subject matter experts from the extensive networks of raiSE and NUS Enterprise. 

Start-ups aiming to scale beyond Singapore can leverage NUS Enterprise’s global platform for access to international markets and commercial opportunities.

Individualised Support

Our programme integrates a carefully curated curriculum with a customised development plan, tailored to the unique needs of each start-up.

Designed with an impact-first approach, the curriculum combines essential elements of business, leadership, and governance to support venture building.

Access to grant funding

TS2 will support the selected start-ups with a grant of up to SGD100,000.

To qualify for the grant, the start-up is required to register as a member of raiSE.

Subject to Terms and Conditions. Please refer to FAQs.

Eligibility

TS2 invites technology-based start-ups with innovative solutions that create human-centered social impact, and fulfil the following requirements to apply:
    • Creates social impact in Singapore (i.e. beneficiaries are based in Singapore)
    • Registered as a legal entity in Singapore, excluding Sole Proprietorships and Limited Partnerships
    • Has at least a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and has completed market validation
    • Led by a founding team of at least two members
    • Demonstrates (or has the potential to demonstrate) contributions in one or more human-centred impact areas for beneficiary groups:
      • Inclusive employment opportunities
      • Improving physical, mental & social health, wellness, and safety
      • Economic empowerment through increasing financial inclusion and financial security
      • More equitable access to education opportunities and digital literacy
    • Demonstrates the potential to scale both business & impact beyond Singapore
    • Incorporates a technology component in the solution or business model. Start-ups with varying levels of technological engagement are eligible, ranging from deep tech to light and low tech..

2025 Cohort Timeline

    • April 2025 - Call for Applications
    • 4th May 2025 - Closing date for Applications
    • End May 2025 - Notify shortlisted applicants
    • July 2025 - Accelerator programme commences
    • Nov 2025 - TS2 Demo Day
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The Application Process


  1. Submit your registration of interest and basic information of your start-up.

  2. Eligible start ups will be emailed a link to the full application.