DefTech Connect

Covering 8 defense tech program types: pre-accelerators, accelerators, post-accelerators, government innovation, prize challenges, ecosystem, academic & venture investors

DefTech Connect™

DefTech Connect is the go-to platform for defense technology program discovery, built specifically for U.S. defense tech startups and the accelerators that support them.

Find the Right Program Stop piecing together program information from scattered websites and outdated lists. DefTech Connect gives you a curated, verified directory of pre-accelerator, accelerator, and post-accelerator programs across the national security ecosystem, all in one place. Search by keyword, filter by focus area, program type, stage, location, and deadline, and find the programs that match where your startup is right now.

Save and Track What Matters Bookmark programs you're interested in and revisit them anytime. Track upcoming application deadlines so you never miss an opportunity. Your saved programs sync automatically across all your devices.

Built Around Your Startup Profile Tell us about your startup, your focus area, technology, stage, and funding, and we'll show you programs that align with your profile. Get notified when new programs match your interests.

For Defense Tech Program Operators Run an accelerator, pre-accelerator, or post-accelerator program? Create your organization profile, manage your listing, and connect with the founders who are actively looking for what you offer. Pro plan subscribers get access to analytics showing who's engaging with your program, including startup stage, focus area, technology tags, and geographic distribution.

Team Collaboration Invite your co-founders and teammates to your startup organization. Share saved programs, coordinate your application strategy, and manage your team's program pipeline together.

Key Features

Curated directory of U.S. defense tech accelerator and pre/post-accelerator programs

Advanced search and filtering by focus area, location, deadline, program type, and stage

Save programs and track deadlines across devices

Startup profile with match-based program recommendations

Match alerts for new programs aligned to your interests

Team organizations for startup collaboration

Program operators: manage your listing and access engagement analytics

Secure account management with email verification

DefTech Connect is independently operated and not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Government or Department of Defense.