Join our Social Impact Accelerator program, where BCG X—the tech build and design unit of BCG—offers a full team of tech, design, and business talent to accelerate your impact.

We don’t take equity, and it’s free. Learn more about the annual application process below.

The 2026 Social Impact Accelerator is open for applications!

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At BCG X, we strive to accelerate the growth of meaningful initiatives, connecting with social innovators and entrepreneurs to activate their full potential and have a lasting positive impact. Apply to join our annual Social Impact Accelerator program.

Who is this program for?

Innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders from start-ups, corporations, and NGOs

We invite those who want to make a positive impact in this world but need additional expertise and the resources to do so. We are looking for initiatives that have already taken the first steps and looked deeply into the domain in which they operate.

Selection criteria

1.

Concept Fit

  • Your initiative addresses our central theme.
  • You identified an opportunity to generate measurable impact within the healthcare space Digital, AI, and analytics solutions to support front line health workers, ultimately leading to better patient care.
2.

Team Fit

  • You have a team of at least 2 members who are committed full time.
  • You can show expertise to implement and grow your project.
  • You are able to work remotely or face to face together with the team located in London, UK.
3.

BCG X Fit

  • You are willing to work jointly with BCG X in an agile way.
  • You demonstrate a clear match between your needs and BCG X talent and methodology.

Our theme for 2026

Digital, AI, and analytics solutions to support front line health workers, ultimately leading to better patient care.

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What the program offers

  • Dedicated multidisciplinary team. Work closely for 8 weeks–12 weeks alongside our full-time expert BCG X team of 5 people–10 people, whose expertise ranges from design to engineering and business.
  • Expert advisory. Take advantage of our experience in product and venture building. Work side-by-side with senior leaders who use their deep expertise, across industries and sectors, to enable innovation.
  • Network and exposure. Get connected with corporate partners, industry experts, and investors while gaining exposure through our marketing activities.
  • Workspace—if you need it. Join us with your team at our hub in London and access our infrastructure and tools—or work with us remotely if that suits you best.

Application process overview

Step 1
Submit your application
Tell us about your social initiative by filling out the application form. We want to know why this is important to you.
Step 2
Work with a coach to fine-tune
The top 5 initiatives will have the opportunity to be reviewed in a bigger group to fine-tune their pitch. We will pair you with a dedicated coach from BCG X to help.
Step 3
Pitch your initiative to the entire BCG X team across the UK
Top initiatives will be invited to pitch to the full BCG X team in the UK. We then tally the votes internally and decide the best-fitting 2-3 initiatives.
Step 4
Align on desired outcomes
After the announcement of the winner, we will closely align on the desired outcome, timeline, and staffing of the program to make sure that the team can kick off as soon as possible.

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