Human-Centered Approaches to Thriving Ecosystems
ESOs are redefining entrepreneurial growth through three non-traditional, human-centered approaches: wellbeing, soft skills, and community.
Our ESO Accelerator Programs
Supporting the organizations that empower entrepreneurs solving big problems for people and the planet.
About our Programs for Entrepreneur Support Organizations (ESOs)
We develop, test, and share new tools, processes, and practices that ESOs can use to unlock social and financial capital for early-stage, impact-creating entrepreneurs.
The Village Capital “accelerator-for-accelerators” program model helps ESOs improve their strategy, sustainability, and impact.
Ecosystem builders and ESO founders, read on for opportunities to apply to our programs.
To learn more about our programs that train and support impact-creating startups, click here.
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News & Insights
What Ugandan ESOs Can Teach the World
“The whole is greater than the sum of its parts” is a phrase associated with the principles behind entrepreneurship ecosystem development. When ecosystem actors collaborate, the value they create by working together is larger than if they work independently. This certainly rings true with what we’ve experienced working with more than 170 fellow Entrepreneur Support Organisations (ESOs) from 40 countries since 2015.
Unlocking the Ripple Effect in Accelerator-for-Accelerator Programs
In the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, accelerator programs have been pivotal in propelling startups to create more impact.