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
555
Founders Through the Programme
84
NPS Score (Latest Cohort)
72%
Average Confidence Increase Post-Programme
What Sets the FFR Fundraising Accelerator Apart
Why Women Entrepreneurs 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 women entrepreneurs 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 Circle
After your 8 week programme, graduate and join the alumni network called Raise Circle. Includes investor office hours, dedicated WhatsApp group, access to our platform with resources and priority access to events
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?
Join the Waitlist →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 SEIS/EIS advance assurance if eligible or be in the process of applying
- 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 Women Entrepreneurs Who Completed the Accelerator
Robyn Greaves, co-founder of Pravi, has raised £600k to build AI and data products for charities and impact-driven organisations.
Robyn Greaves
Founder - Pravi
Zoe Robson, founder and CEO of Joyvié Health, has raised £791k in pre-seed equity and grants for incontinence underwear designed to protect skin integrity and restore dignity.
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
"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
Sumeeta Ahluwalia, co-founder of SYNC, has secured backing from angels and an SEIS-focused VC fund, with 82% of the round now closed and committed.
Sumeeta Ahluwalia
Founder - SYNC
Joanne Daniels, founder of Acorn Baby Food, has raised £550k in early-stage funding ahead of launching later this year.
Joanne Daniels
Founder - Acorn Baby Food
Marita Kenrick, co-founder and CEO of Alto Health, has raised £400k for its CE-marked AI helping turn hospital referrals into appointment-ready patients.
Marita Kenrick
Founder - Alto Health
FounderCatalyst is proud to support the Female Founders Rise fundraising accelerator, helping women-led businesses access the connections, resources and expertise they need to raise investment and grow. Through our partnership, founders benefit from expert support at every stage of their fundraising journey, from S/EIS advance assurance applications and dedicated masterclasses to navigating the final stages of closing their round. Together, we're helping more women entrepreneurs access the support they need to thrive.
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