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Dreamit Ventures

Dreamit Ventures is a industry-vertical accelerator based in Philadelphia and New York, running dedicated tracks for Health and Secure (cybersecurity) startups. Founded in 2008, Dreamit invests $500,000 in each accepted company and focuses on customer acquisition, connecting founders with enterprise customers for pilot deals. The 14-week program is designed for startups that already have a product and traction, and want to scale through enterprise partnerships.

Applications Open Deadline: Rolling cohorts (Health and Secure tracks) Last verified: September 10, 2026
Investment
$500,000 (commitment)
Equity
Negotiated (typically 5-8%)
Stage
Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
Location
Philadelphia, PA / New York, NY
Program Duration
14 weeks
Cohort Size
8-12 companies per cohort
Remote or Onsite
Hybrid (some in-person sessions required)
Application Fee
Free

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Overview

About the Program

Dreamit Ventures is a industry-vertical accelerator based in Philadelphia and New York, running dedicated tracks for Health and Secure (cybersecurity) startups. Founded in 2008, Dreamit invests $500,000 in each accepted company and focuses on customer acquisition, connecting founders with enterprise customers for pilot deals. The 14-week program is designed for startups that already have a product and traction, and want to scale through enterprise partnerships.

Funding

Funding Structure

$500,000 investment commitment for negotiated equity (typically 5-8%).

Initial Investment
$500,000 (commitment)
Equity
Negotiated (typically 5-8%)
Additional Funding
Follow-on investment available
Follow-on Funding
Dreamit provides follow-on investment to top-performing companies
Eligibility

Who Can Apply?

  • Startups with a product and early revenue
  • Founders from any country (global program)
  • Must fit the Health or Secure industry track
  • Must have some user engagement or traction
Selection

What They Look For

  • Product with traction and user engagement
  • Strong founding team with industry expertise
  • Fit with Health or Secure track
  • Scalable B2B business model
  • Potential for enterprise customer acquisition
Requirements

What You Need to Apply

  • Completed online application
  • Pitch deck
  • Product demo
  • Information about revenue and users
Process

How to Apply

  1. 1Go to dreamit.com/apply
  2. 2Select the right track (Health or Secure)
  3. 3Complete the application with demo
  4. 4Upload deck
  5. 5Submit before the deadline
  6. 6If selected, attend interviews
Timeline

Application Process

  1. 11. Submit online application with demo and deck
  2. 22. Dreamit partners review applications
  3. 33. Selected teams invited to interview
  4. 44. Final selection based on product and traction
  5. 55. If accepted, sign investment agreements
  6. 66. Join the 14-week program
Dates

Important Dates

Spring and Fall cohorts for Health and Secure tracks. Check dreamit.com for deadlines.

Benefits

Program Benefits

$500,000 investment commitment
14-week program with industry-specific tracks (Health, Secure)
Access to enterprise customers and pilot deals
Mentorship from industry executives and successful founders
Customer acquisition support
Demo Day with 300+ investors
Follow-on investment available
Selection

Selection Process

Online application, demo review, followed by interviews with Dreamit partners and industry experts.

Industries

Industries and Focus Areas

HealthEnterpriseSaaSAI
Geography

Geographies and Countries

USAGlobal
Pitch

How to Approach This Investor

Recommended pitch type: Online application with product demo

SubjectN/A - Apply through the Dreamit online application
OpeningDreamit accepts direct applications through their website.
ProblemDescribe the healthcare or cybersecurity problem you are solving.
TractionShow revenue, users, and product engagement metrics.
MarketExplain the market size and enterprise customer potential.
Why This InvestorExplain why Dreamit and the specific track fits your startup.
Ask$500,000 investment commitment for negotiated equity (typically 5-8%).
Call to ActionApply at dreamit.com/apply.
Fit

Is This Program Right for You?

Best For
Health and cybersecurity founders with traction who want enterprise customer acquisition support.
Strong Fit If
You have a product with revenue and want access to enterprise customers in health or security
Less Suitable If
You are pre-product or building outside of health and cybersecurity
Portfolio

Notable Portfolio Companies

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Network

Mentors and Investor Access

Mentors
Healthcare executives, cybersecurity experts, and serial entrepreneurs
Investor Access
Demo Day plus direct investor introductions
History

Previous Cohorts

Running since 2008 with 300+ funded companies

Contact

How to Contact

Apply online at dreamit.com/apply.

Sources

Official Sources

https://www.dreamit.com/apply https://www.dreamit.com/about
Verified against official Dreamit website Last verified: September 10, 2026