Puerto Rico's startup scene is supported by a focused group of accelerators and incubators. These programs offer funding and guidance to help new companies grow on the island.

Parallel18 has been a major contributor, backing over 140 startups since its start. Sanctor Capital also plays a key role, having made over 50 investments in its few years of operation.

Below is our list of the best 4 accelerators and incubators in Puerto Rico.

Failory's Top 4 Picks

As a thesis-driven investment firm, Sanctor Capital supports the builders and founders creating the future of web3. They provide bespoke support and capital to portfolio companies, primarily through a mentorship-driven incubation program called Sanctor Turbo.

Year Founded2021
FoundersJay Putera, Han Kao
Nº of Investments51
Nº of Exits3

As an international innovation hub, Parallel18 provides high-impact startups with equity-free funding, mentorship, and business connections to help them scale from Puerto Rico. The program serves as a unique gateway for global companies, offering a soft-landing package and access to a broad network to foster growth on the island.

Year Founded2015
FoundersSebastian Vidal
Nº of Investments142
Nº of Exits2
Program TypeOn-Site
Duration (Weeks)20
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Carbono3 creates, accelerates, and invests in innovation-driven businesses that generate measurable social and environmental impact. As an angel investor, they provide the capital and support needed for social entrepreneurs to launch and scale their ventures.

Year Founded2018
FoundersCarlos Dominguez Rullan
Nº of Investments2
Nº of Exits—
Program TypeOnline

As a non-profit, Grupo Guayacán champions entrepreneurship as a key driver for Puerto Rico's economic and social development. They equip local founders at all stages with vital resources, including mentorship, education, and access to capital, to help them build and scale their ventures on the island.

Year Founded1996
Founders—
Nº of Investments—
Nº of Exits—
Program TypeOnline