Discover The Boston Creator Incubator + Accelerator
The Boston Creator Incubator + Accelerator is a collaborative program by the Jrue and Lauren Holiday Social Impact Fund (JLH Fund) and Jaylen Brown’s nonprofit, the Boston Xchange (BXC). The program equips visionary creators from underrepresented communities with business resources to successfully prototype, produce, and launch their projects.
Each selected Boston-based business will receive up to $100,000 in combined grant capital from BXC and the JLH Fund, as well as work and maker spaces, and startup legal services. Creators will receive three years of collaborative coaching from the BXC, JLH Fund, prestigious local institutions, and partners to accelerate their ventures.
Meet Our Boston Family
Creators Making an Impact in Boston & Beyond
Dorchester Art Project (DAP)
https://dorchesterartproject.com/
Dorchester Art Project (DAP) is a dynamic, community-driven art and cultural cooperative dedicated to fostering creativity, inclusivity, and economic empowerment in Boston. Our mission is to provide affordable studios, performance spaces, and educational resources to artists, creators, and organizers, with a focus on supporting the BIPOC and arts-driven communities.
Anawan Studios
Anawan Studios is a full service film production company. Our team is comprised of experienced filmmakers that come from a variety of cultures from across the globe, ready to bring a unique perspective to visual storytelling.
Melanin Haircare
https://www.melaninhaircare.com/
Melanin Haircare is the award-winning haircare brand, rooted in passion for healthy hair and scalp care, natural and non-toxic ingredients, and high-quality formulations that benefit the community! Naturally luxurious, yet simple and effective, Melanin Haircare products deliver on quality and performance for the everyday man, woman, person, and child!
Future Masters Chess Academy
https://futurechessmasters.com/
Future Masters Chess Academy uses chess to promote better decision making in order to help youths become future masters on the chess board, but more importantly in life.
Crown Legends
Crown Legends stands out as a premier hat shop in Boston, offering customers unique and high-quality headwear. Through our exclusive licensing agreement with New Era, we have the creative freedom to design and produce one-of-a-kind hats that you won't find anywhere else. Our dedication to craftsmanship and originality has made them a go-to destination for hat enthusiasts looking for exclusive, limited-edition pieces.
PYNRS
PYNRS is a Streetwear-Inspired Performance Running Apparel company that champions community, culture, and diversity in the sport of running and beyond.
With origins as a grassroots running community, PYNRS is at the forefront of creating products and experiences where everyone is welcome and included.
Everybody Gotta Eat
https://everybodygotta.com/about-us/
Everybody Gotta Eat is a community-focused initiative that uses events, brand partnerships, and culinary talent to bring people together through food. Founded by Emmanuel Mervil, it plays a significant role in shaping Boston's food culture by offering services like catering, social media marketing, and community partnerships.
Little Cocoa Bean Company
The Little Cocoa Bean Company is a food and wellness brand on a mission to increase children’s consumption of nutritious food during early childhood.
Uvida Shop
Uvida Shop is Boston's first and only Zero Waste store, offering a diverse selection of everyday home essentials without any plastic packaging or plastic waste. Founded by Maria Vasco, the brick and mortar fosters a sustainable community by providing eco-friendly alternatives and educating the public on reducing plastic pollution.
Rivet is the AI-platform that increases revenue for artists and brands by growing their communities and optimizing their direct-to-fan marketing and sales.
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