South Coast

Massachusetts’ South Coast is steeped in history and industry. New Bedford was well known for whaling while Fall River was a leading textile manufacturing center. Both cities fell into economic decline as manufacturing jobs went overseas. EforAll offered its first program in the South Coast back in 2015 and continues to work proudly side-by-side with these communities to help drive economic revitalization in this historic region.

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Our Programs

Business Accelerator

The Accelerator is a free, one-year program offered twice a year in EforAll communities. It provides immersive business training, mentorship and access to an extended professional network. Anyone with a dream to start or grow a business is encouraged to apply.

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Pitch Contests

Fast-paced, fun community events that enable early-stage entrepreneurs to gain valuable exposure and feedback on a business idea at no cost. Great opportunity to network and validate business idea with potential to win a cash prize from EforAll.

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South Coast Entrepreneurs

Her Hobby Became a Successful Business

Lisa Petrizzi-Geller’s business began as a distraction. During a break from cancer treatments, she started making cake pops at home…

Sales are Jumping for this Entrepreneur

Jacqueline Correa-Gonzalez wanted to rent an inflatable for her daughter’s birthday party but couldn’t find anything she liked. She had…

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Upcoming Events

South Coast Women United Fall 2023 All Ideas Pitch Contest

Event to be held on October 12, 2023. Must apply by September 28th @ 12 PM EST

South Coast Winter 2024 Accelerator

Classes start on January 9th, 2024. Must apply by October 26th @ 5 pm ET!

Pitch Contest Workshop

On September 21st. From 6 pm to 7 pm. Register to attend.

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News and Local Stories

Inno on the Road: New startups entering Maine ecosystem already have an impact

BostInno – September 25, 2023

EforAll picks Clark graduate as new Greater Worcester executive director

Worcester Business Journal – September 12, 2023

Lowell-based nonprofit business accelerator expands to Arizona, California and Texas

BOSTINNO – August 29, 2023

EforAll appoints new COO and its first Chief Development Officer

MassNonprofit News – July 27, 2023

EforAll appoints chief operating officer, first chief development officer

Berkshire Eagle – July 22, 2023

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South Coast Mentor Spotlight

Pam Crombie – EforAll South Coast

What advice would you have for entrepreneurs?

Take every day as a new day, and don’t let small hiccups derail all your hard work.

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Local Volunteer Opportunities

Our community engages over 200 volunteers each year to help support entrepreneurs who participate in our Business Accelerators and Pitch Contests. There are several volunteer options so you can apply for the one that best fits your interests and availability.

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