your dream business.
your dream business.
Built by Entrepreneurs
Accelerate your business success:
From idea to the next level, we’ve got you.
SpringGR is more than business accelerator programs—we’re a community dedicated to helping entrepreneurs launch, grow, and sustain their businesses. From tailored programs to an inspiring alumni network, we equip you with everything you need to succeed.
Our Programs
With programs designed for every stage of business, SpringGR’s structure offers a well-designed framework that caters to the needs of entrepreneurs. The customized instruction approach delivered by our team of facilitators and coaches sets us apart, emphasizing engagement and collaboration among entrepreneurs.
Learn About Our Idea Lab Small Business Accelerator Emprende Kitchen Accelerator Kitchen Incubator Next Level Program
Emprende
Un programa de 14 semanas que ofrece orientación, capacitación y conexiones con fundaciones empresariales diseñadas para emprendedores de habla hispana.
Idea Lab
A 14-week program designed to help individuals test and validate their business ideas before committing to a full launch.
Small Business Accelerator (SBA)
A 14-week program designed to help entrepreneurs build strong foundations to launch and grow their businesses.
Kitchen Accelerator Program (KAP)
A 14-week program designed to equip food entrepreneurs with the tools and resources to grow their culinary knowledge.
Kitchen Incubator @ KZoo
An incubator program providing licensed commercial kitchen space and resources for food entrepreneurs to develop and grow their culinary businesses.
Next Level
A 14-week program tailored to experienced entrepreneurs generating $75K or more in annual revenue, focusing on scaling their businesses to the next level.
Your Success Doesn’t Stop at Graduation
When you become one of SpringGR’s alumni, you gain lifelong support through:
- Continued business coaching
- Business mentorship
- Legal services
- Learning opportunities
- Exclusive events and more
Over 1,300 people have gone through SpringGR programs
We are the only organization in Greater Grand Rapids to offer a program entirely in Spanish.
58% of our Next Level participants have brick-and-mortar locations serving Grand Rapids.
Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQ)
SpringGR programs are designed for aspiring and established entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses. Whether you’re just starting or ready to scale, we have a program for you.
We support a wide range of businesses, from product-based ventures to service-oriented companies and everything in between. Our focus is on empowering local entrepreneurs.
The cost of all accelerator programs is $150, with the exception of Next Level, which is $500.
Graduates gain access to ongoing support, including coaching, mentorship, learning opportunities, legal services, and exclusive events.
The first part of our accelerator programs are tough. It’s designed to help people work on their mindset, develop peer coaching relationships, and weed themselves out if they, or we, decide that the program is not for them.
Visit our Apply Now page to start your application. Our team will review your submission and contact you with the next steps.
We do not work with nonprofit organizations. Our curriculum/program is designed to help for-profit businesses.
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