How much equity does LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale) take?

LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale) lists equity of about 5% to 6% (typical starting point for the initial investment, per FAQ).

Where is LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale) located and is it in person?

LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale) is based in Boston, MA and runs a hybrid program.

Is LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale) still active?

As of our last check on Oct 1, 2026, LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale) is active.

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LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale)

EdTech · Run by LearnLaunch · Boston, MA

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The facts

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Terms model: Equity for cash
Investment: $50,000 initial, plus milestone-based follow-on
Equity taken: about 5% to 6% (typical starting point for the initial investment, per FAQ)
Program length: 10 weeks
Format: Hybrid
Location: Boston, MA
Cohorts per year: 1
Cohort size: 4 (2026 cohort)
Stage focus: Post product-market-fit, revenue-generating ($200K+ ARR)
Sub-vertical: K-12 through workforce and lifelong learning
Demographic focus: Not published
Backers: Not published
Notable alumni: Not published

Terms notes: Initial $50K equity investment on acceptance; milestone-based follow-on funding evaluated six months after program completion. The FAQ says investment discussions start at about 5% to 6% equity for the initial investment, adjusted for each company's risks, and that LearnLaunch does not charge program fees; follow-on size is not published. The program page says companies seeking funding should have at least $200K in annual recurring revenue, while the FAQ says pre-revenue companies with strong traction are still encouraged to apply. The 2026 cohort of four companies was announced July 9, 2026.

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Terms in plain English

LearnLaunch's Breakthrough to Scale accelerator makes a $50,000 initial equity investment; its FAQ says investment discussions start at about 5 to 6 percent equity, and milestone-based follow-on funding is evaluated about six months after the program ends. LearnLaunch does not charge program fees. The program runs 10 weeks of programming, about 6 hours per week, with one week on site in Boston. The 2026 application window ran from February 5 to March 20, 2026 and is now closed. The size of follow-on funding is not published.

Who this is actually for

Edtech companies across K-12, higher education, workforce, and lifelong learning that are past product-market fit, with at least $200K in annual recurring revenue. At least one co-founder, usually the CEO, must be available to attend the program.

LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale) application deadlines

Breakthrough to Scale 2026: Opens Feb 5, 2026, closes Mar 20, 2026.
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Breakthrough to Scale 2027 (applications typically open in February): Timing expected, exact dates not yet confirmed.
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Frequently asked questions

When is the next LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale) application deadline?: A specific application window for LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale) is not yet published. Timing is expected but not confirmed.
How much does LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale) invest?: LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale) lists an investment of $50,000 initial, plus milestone-based follow-on.
How much equity does LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale) take?: LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale) lists equity of about 5% to 6% (typical starting point for the initial investment, per FAQ).
Where is LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale) located and is it in person?: LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale) is based in Boston, MA and runs a hybrid program.
Is LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale) still active?: As of our last check on Oct 1, 2026, LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator (Breakthrough to Scale) is active.

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