TQ Accelerator: IMPACT
TOPIC
Impact, Social & Sustainability
SUITABLE FOR
Late-Stage Startups & Young Scale-Ups in Hessen
LOCATION
Frankfurt
2026 PROGRAM DATES
September - November
LANGUAGE
German
APPLICATION DEADLINE
17 August 2026
Program Partners
Hessen has IMPACT.
Through a compact, practice-oriented format consisting of six in-person program days, participants gain practical expertise, valuable connections, and the opportunity to showcase their solutions at the IMPACT FESTIVAL.
Part of the
IMPACT FESTIVAL
See the startups on stage during the IMPACT FESTIVAL on 25-26 November in Frankfurt.
Startup Benefits
Why apply?
Tailored support for impact startups through a unique program combining growth, scaling, and ESG-focused expertise.
Practical, expert-led workshops covering impact measurement, sustainable scaling, reporting, communication, and investor pitching.
Hands-on mentoring with experienced experts who address your startup's specific challenges and growth opportunities.
Peer learning with like-minded founders, fostering valuable knowledge exchange and long-term collaborations across the impact ecosystem.
Direct access to investors through curated matchmaking sessions designed to unlock funding opportunities and strategic connections.
Expand your network by connecting with founders, corporates, ecosystem partners, and industry experts across Hessen.
Showcase your startup at IMPACT FESTIVAL 2026, gaining visibility among investors, potential customers, partners, and media.
Strengthen your investor readiness with targeted feedback, refined storytelling, and compelling impact communication.
Become part of Hessen’s growing impact ecosystem and build lasting relationships that support your long-term growth.
Requirements
We are looking for 10-15 startups to particpate.
Please make sure that your startup meets the following requirements:
Based in Hessen
Late-stage startups & young scale-ups
Validated MVP & first customers
Have a clear ESG focus
Can participate in all in-person program sessions in Frankfurt
Key Dates
15-16 September
Block 1: Measure,
Scaling & Reporting
This block lays the foundation for sustainable growth by helping startups measure and demonstrate their impact, develop scalable business models, and leverage data for credible, transparent impact reporting.
25-26 November
The IMPACT FESTIVAL
This block culminates at the IMPACT FESTIVAL, where startups showcase their solutions, build valuable connections with investors and potential partners, and position themselves in the impact ecosystem.
13-14 October
Block 2: Communication, Pitch
& Network
This block strengthens startups' communication and pitching skills, helping them effectively engage investors, partners, and customers while communicating their impact with clarity and credibility.
2025 Batch
Success Story
Circonomit
We joined TechQuartier through the Impact Challenge in 2024. What truly set it apart was the opportunity to work on a real pilot project with an industry partner – Signal Iduna.
2024 Batch
