SPARK is a yearlong nonprofit accelerator created by the Inspire Foundation. It combines funding, expert-led training, and mentorship to help high potential nonprofits scale their impact. Selected organizations receive an initial grant, participate in both virtual and in-person workshops, and have the chance to pitch for larger grants at the end of the program. In total, about 25 nonprofits will be selected to join the 2026 Cohort.
The Inspire Foundation is excited to invite our franchisees and field teams to help shape the 2026 SPARK Nonprofit Accelerator Cohort. This year, we are expanding SPARK nationally to reach even more communities, and we hope you’ll nominate a nonprofit to apply.
Scroll below for more information and to nominate today!
- Join a yearlong national accelerator of ~25 nonprofits
- Receive an initial grant to support their mission
- Participate in expert-led workshops (mix of virtual and in-person sessions; Inspire will cover travel for in-person Atlanta events)
- Opportunity to pitch for larger grants at the end of the cohort year
- October 6 – October 31: Franchisee nominations open
- Mid-November 2025: Nonprofit applications due
- Mid-January 2026: Cohort selections announced
- Annual budget between $1 million – $3 million
- Primary focus is to serve youth
- Nonprofit has been in existence at least two years
- 501 (c) 3 Organization
- Stand-alone nonprofit (not part of a national network like Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boys & Girls Clubs, Autism Speaks, etc.)
- Nonprofit has a desire to scale their impact