BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER AROUND GREAT IDEAS FOR THE PUBLIC GOOD
We believe solving society’s biggest problems starts at the local level. Our mission is to build an honest and inclusive ecosystem of solutions that serve local governments and their communities.
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THE CIVSTART ACCELERATOR
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We help top govtech startup founders navigate the $3.25 Trillion state & local government market.
GOVERNMENT INNOVATION
Find innovative and affordable solutions to your biggest challenges.
Work with us on unique challenges or join one of our Government Innovation Programs.
INNOVATION HUB
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State & Local Solutions
We offer a wide range of solutions, with a special focus on solutions that create access and opportunities for underserved and unconnected communities.Startups in our portfolio tackle some of the toughest challenges that state & local governments face today.
Health & Human Services
hospitals, community health, 911 dispatch, employee health
Transportation & Infrastructure
road pricing/tolling, last-mile transportation, EVs, ticketing
Justice & Public Safety
public defender support, high-altitude imagery, code enforcement
Citizen Engagement
many-to-many engagement, participatory budgeting, multi-lingual outreach
Community & Economic Development
local business support, housing, employment, social services
Revenue & Finance
cost-savings, pension and benefits administration, asset management, revenue generation
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
If our mission aligns with your work we welcome the support of a diverse array of corporate and other partners with monetary and in-kind donations in support of our work with startups and state & local government leaders.
Thank you to the organizations above for their support in helping us accomplish our mission.
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