Fundraising Accelerator
The FFR Fundraising Accelerator is an 8-week intensive programme for female and non-binary founders raising investment - covering pitch decks, investor outreach, and pitch practice, with access to a curated network of investors and experts.
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About the FFR Fundraising Accelerator
What the FFR Fundraising Accelerator Includes
The FFR Fundraising Accelerator is an 8-week intensive programme of weekly sessions for founders who are raising or planning to raise investment in the next 3 months. It equips startups with the skills, knowledge, and networks needed to fundraise successfully through virtual sessions, practical frameworks, and hands-on exercises, alongside access to investors through pitch opportunities and discussions. Upon graduation, founders are invited to join the RAISE CIRCLE for ongoing support.
Eligibility requirements: the programme is for founders who are currently raising, or planning to raise within the next three months. Participating businesses must be investable, with a pitch deck in place and, where eligible, SEIS/EIS advance assurance secured.
Weekly Modules
357
Founders Through the Programme
84
NPS Score (Latest Cohort)
72%
Average Confidence Increase Post-Programme
What Sets the FFR Fundraising Accelerator Apart
Why Female Founders Choose the FFR Fundraising Accelerator
Get Fundraising-Ready in 8 Weeks
An intensive 8-week programme that teaches you exactly how to fundraise, where to find investors, and how to close deals. After graduating, you'll join Raise Circle — our alumni community of founders actively raising.
Access to a Curated Network of Investors & Experts
Gain direct insights from VCs, angel investors, exited entrepreneurs, procurement professionals, and fundraising experts who will join us for sessions.
A Powerful Peer Support Network
Connect with a community of other female founders facing similar challenges. Through peer learning and shared experiences, you'll gain support that lasts far beyond the programme.
Hands-On Learning & Practical Resources
Develop essential fundraising assets like a refined pitch deck, structured data room, and investor outreach plan. Get real-time feedback through pitch practice sessions.
Raise Slack
Join other accelerator founders in our Raise Slack. Get your investment questions answered and find the resources you need. At the end of the accelerator you'll graduate to Raise Circle with other alumni (WhatsApp) if you want to stay connected.
Access to Raise Hub
Join other previous accelerator alumni and other female founders raising in our Raise Hub. Get your investment questions answered and find the resources you need.
Raise Circle
After your 8 week programme, graduate to Raise Circle with accelerator alumni and other founders raising. Includes investor office hours. There is a small monthly fee for this and you can cancel at any time.
I'm really enjoying the Female Founders Rise Accelerator and learning lots of new tips and tricks. I raised a significant 6 figures last year, and this course has opened my eyes to new approaches. I've even raised during the programme!
Molly Aldridge, Founder & CEO, The JJ Club Group
Is the FFR Fundraising Accelerator Right for You?
Apply Now →To apply, you must meet all of the following criteria:
- Be a female or non-binary founder of a UK-registered business seeking investment.
- Have already secured some form of funding (including grants) or have SEIS/EIS advance assurance.
- Your business must have demonstrable potential for growth and scale.
- You must have a clearly defined fundraising goal.
- You must be able to commit to weekly sessions for eight weeks (Fridays 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM).
Results from Female Founders Who Completed the Accelerator
"Since the accelerator, we've completed a major pivot, closed our first funding round, and won an Innovate UK grant. Having the FFR community in the background has been invaluable!"
Zoe Robson
Founder - Joyvié Health
"Our cohort still meets every week and it's amazing! We meet each week to spend time on each business owner - what they need, from pitching to tech sessions to understanding investor pains."
Anne-Marie Alexander
Founder - Within Eve
"The FFR Accelerator has been the best, in terms of how much I have learnt and the camaraderie of the participants. The networking session with investors was really beneficial."
Tina Fernandez
Founder - ConsolidateDocs
"Loved the structure, the programme, the input from Dan, the peer sessions, and the pitch practice. I have successfully raised funding using my updated pitch deck and materials."
Kirsty Schneeberger MBE
Founder - Athena Blue
"The accelerator was super practical. I completely revised my pitch deck and raised £25k from an angel while on the accelerator."
Natalia Corobco
Founder - Francis
"I'm now ready to begin fundraising under SEIS and have developed a clear investor list and strategy. I've also secured an Innovate UK grant to support our MVP."
Maina Fonsat
Founder - Holiya Ltd
Barclays Eagle Labs is proud to support the Female Founders Rise Fundraising Accelerator, helping women-led businesses access the connections, resources, and expertise they need to grow. Through this partnership, founders benefit from mentoring, monthly networking calls, and a vibrant community, empowering more female entrepreneurs to thrive.
Barclays Eagle Labs