Oregon's startup scene is supported by a mix of accelerators and incubators across the state. These programs offer resources for founders in industries ranging from Web3 to Cleantech.

For example, the Web3 focused accelerator Beacon has already made over 20 investments. Other programs like Upstart Labs and VertueLab also contribute to the growing number of local startups.

Below is our list of the best 8 accelerators and incubators in Oregon.

Failory's Top 8 Picks

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1. Beacon

Created by prominent web3 founders, Beacon accelerates early-stage projects in web3 and FinTech. The program provides hands-on mentorship and funding to help startups navigate product development and fundraising in the decentralized space.

Year Founded2022
FoundersSandeep Nailwal
Nº of Investments21
Nº of Exits2

Upstart Labs operates as a venture development studio, providing seed funding and hands-on support to early-stage software startups. Their team of entrepreneurs, designers, and developers works directly with founders to help build and launch their products.

Year Founded2011
FoundersBryan Fox, Jenn Lynch
Nº of Investments6
Nº of Exits2
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VertueLab provides funding and holistic entrepreneurial support to cleantech startups fighting the climate crisis. This nonprofit accelerator focuses on innovations in sectors like AgTech and IT to help build a more just and climate-friendly economy.

Year Founded2007
Founders—
Nº of Investments6
Nº of Exits2
Program TypeOn-Site
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4. ONABEN

ONABEN champions economic development within Native communities by providing culturally relevant support to Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian entrepreneurs. They equip these business owners with the tools for success through specialized training programs, coaching, and assistance in accessing capital.

Year Founded1991
Founders—
Nº of Investments—
Nº of Exits—

As a consortium of government, higher education, and business, Oregon RAIN helps catalyze entrepreneurial ecosystems across the state. They connect founders in Oregon communities with essential mentorship, programs, and capital to build and grow their companies.

Year Founded2014
Founders—
Nº of Investments—
Nº of Exits—

As Nike's internal business incubator, Valiant Labs builds new companies from the ground up to serve consumers in unexpected ways. The program supports ventures in areas like fitness, healthtech, and sustainability by giving them access to Nike's extensive resources and global market reach.

Year Founded2018
FoundersHannah Jones
Nº of Investments—
Nº of Exits—

Verify Venture Studio operates as a hands-on partner for both founders and corporations, helping to build, launch, and scale new ventures from the ground up. They provide deep operational support across strategy, design, and technology to transform promising ideas into category-defining businesses.

Year Founded—
FoundersRachel Peters, Emily Crotty
Nº of Investments2
Nº of Exits—

This non-profit incubator provides foundational support and training for Oregon's early-stage tech entrepreneurs. Through hands-on coaching and a strong community network, they help founders build and scale their businesses.

Year Founded2005
Founders—
Nº of Investments4
Nº of Exits—