About 1863 Ventures

1863™ Ventures is a Black-led national business development nonprofit accelerator and venture capital fund for New Majority Founders (i.e., individuals who have been historically underestimated, including Black and Latino men and women). The District of Columbia-based organization supports thousands of entrepreneurs across the United States, leveraging capital investments, owned curricula, grant funding, as well as corporate and philanthropic partnerships to scale businesses from high potential to high growth.

About The Summit

​​Designed for enthusiastic entrepreneurs looking to catapult their entrepreneurial journey, our immersive program centers on the essential skills and insights needed to transition into an effective CEO.

​Throughout the one-day event, registrants delve into key topics, including the entrepreneurial mindset, understanding your customer base, establishing scalable processes, financial management strategies, and effective fundraising techniques.

Who Is A New Mew Majority Founder?

At 1863 Ventures, we are redefining the narrative around entrepreneurship by moving away from the term "minority" and embracing the concept of the New Majority Founders. These are entrepreneurs from historically marginalized and underrepresented communities who now make up the fastest-growing segments of business owners in the country. We are committed to supporting these founders as they build stronger, more resilient businesses, driving growth and innovation across industries. The New Majority represents the future of entrepreneurship, and we are here to help them thrive.