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Main Street Foundry

Also known as: Main Street Entrepreneurs Seed Fund, MSESF

Georgia State University · Atlanta, Georgia

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Funding range

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Equity

None

Application

Annual

Institution Wide

Last activity

2026-01-20

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Main Street Foundry

Main Street Foundry is a four-month accelerator formerly known as the Main Street Entrepreneurs Seed Fund. It uses the PAWS framework (Prepare, Actualize, Work, Scale) to support early-stage entrepreneurs through tailored programming, mentorship, and non-dilutive funding.

Key Details

  • Type: Four-month accelerator
  • Funding: Non-dilutive grants
  • Track record: 125+ founders, 90+ companies since 2019
  • Total deployed: Nearly $600K since inception
  • Framework: PAWS — Prepare, Actualize, Work, Scale
  • Demo Day: Culminates in pitch showcase and business expo
  • Recognition: InBIA, Deshpande Symposium, GCEC awards
  • Rebranded: 2026 (from Main Street Entrepreneurs Seed Fund to Main Street Foundry)