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VILLAGEx 2027 accelerator by The Idea Village in New Orleans
VILLAGEx is a free four month accelerator for seed stage Gulf South startups, with a $100,000 follow on investment option. Deadline November 6, 2026.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Duration | 4 months, ending with Demo Day |
| Mentors | Entrepreneurs in residence at a 4:1 company to mentor ratio |
| Advisory board | 4 to 5 people per founder, meeting monthly |
| Network | Morrow (formerly GAN) membership with over $1M in perks and services |
Requirements:
- Short founder profile, about ten minutes
- Full application with deck, financials and cap table if invited
Timeline:
- Founder profiles reviewed on a rolling basis
- Final selections by mid December
Source · ideavillage.org/villagex
Published 10 September 2026 · Checked against the organizer's page 27 October 2026
Quick answers
Does VILLAGEx take equity?
No. The Idea Village charges no program fee and takes no equity as a condition of joining.
Is the investment automatic?
No. Graduates must meet all Momentum Fund requirements within 18 months of graduation.