Investing in People Not Just Startups
It is easy to get excited about new technology or big success stories, but at StartupSac, our focus is on people. The people who take risks, who build something from nothing, and who are driven to solve real-world problems. These are your neighbors, your community members, and your future job creators.
As Big Day of Giving approaches, we’re asking you to support the people behind Sacramento’s innovation economy—people like us, working to build a stronger future for our region. Your gift makes a real difference.
Big Day of Giving is officially on May 1, but early giving has already started. You can make your impact today.
The Hard Work Behind the Headlines
When a startup secures funding or launches a new product, the celebration is often public, but the struggle behind it is not. At StartupSac, we support entrepreneurs during the less visible moments. In 2024, we worked with more than 45 founders across 42 startups through our training and mentoring programs.
We hosted over 30 events with more than 1,500 participants. We helped entrepreneurs connect with investors, meet potential collaborators, and refine their business ideas. Every one of these interactions supports a larger goal: building a stronger, more resilient economy through entrepreneurship.
Why Your Donation Matters
There are many worthy causes—but here’s why this one matters: a healthy local economy creates jobs, inspires innovation, and lifts entire communities. Your support helps us keep our programs accessible, especially to underrepresented founders who are too often left out of traditional business networks.
This year, we are expanding our impact through three cohorts of our FastTrac Entrepreneurial Training Program, including one in Del Paso Heights. That cohort is still $5,000 short of full funding. Your donation helps close that gap and ensures these entrepreneurs get the tools they need to succeed.
The Power of Local Innovation
StartupSac helps ideas grow into businesses and connects those businesses with the support they need to thrive. Through Startup Happy Hour events and our podcast, we bring together voices from across the region to share their stories and insights.
Our work supports a startup ecosystem where everyone has a chance to build and grow something meaningful. That means a stronger Sacramento for all of us.
Help Us Make it Happen
When you give to StartupSac, you are helping build a future where innovation is inclusive and opportunity is shared. Your gift today will directly support mentorship training and access to resources for entrepreneurs across our region.
Big Day of Giving is May 1, but early donations are already open. Make your contribution now and be part of Sacramento’s next chapter of innovation and growth.
Donate today and help shape the future of our region through entrepreneurship.
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