Impact Accelerator Program

The Impact Accelerator Program is an interactive educational program under the Mohammed Bin Salman Foundation "Misk, " as part of the Misk Community Track. The first edition was launched in 2023.

The Impact Accelerator Program supports the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's youth through a platform dedicated to officially registered, non-profit youth organizations. It provides a comprehensive opportunity for mentorship and guidance to accelerate the growth and expansion of non-profit youth organizations, enhancing their community impact.

The Impact Accelerator Program includes various interactive components, such as an in-person training camp, weekly meetings, mentorship sessions with local and international experts, advanced educational content, financial and in-kind support, access to professional tools for managing organizations and programs, a dedicated pitch day, as well as partnership building opportunities.

The Mohammed Bin Salman Foundation "Misk" launched the first edition of the Impact Accelerator Program as part of the Misk Community Track. The program ran for approximately six months, from May 20, 2023, to November 9, 2023.

The Impact Accelerator Program aims to develop the non-profit sector by attracting officially registered non-profit youth organizations. The goal is to accelerate their growth and expansion while enhancing their community impact.

During the six-month duration of the first edition in 2023, the Impact Accelerator Program provided participants with various supportive and enabling tools, including in-person training camps and remote mentorship sessions. Additionally, self-learning resources were offered to help organizations enhance their organizational capacities in various areas such as human resource management, developmental project management, compliance and governance, sustainability, financial management, impact measurement, and expansion planning.

Among the requirements for enrollment in the Impact Accelerator Program, several criteria must be met, including the organization should target youth in its programs, be officially registered, and have been established for two to five years. Additionally, the organization must ensure the full participation of three of its staff members. The organization should also specialize in one of five areas: youth development and volunteering, culture, values and arts, modern technology, environmental sustainability, or lifestyle and quality of life.

The Mohammed Bin Salman Foundation "Misk" launched the second edition of the Impact Accelerator Program as part of the Misk Community Track, starting on May 5, 2024. The program dedicated approximately six weeks to workshops and consultations, followed by four months for implementing a project aimed at supporting youth. It provided enabling and supportive tools for organizations, including in-person training camps, remote mentorship sessions, and self-learning educational resources.

The Impact Accelerator Program aims to empower youth through the implementation of innovative programs, in addition to enhancing their overall community impact.

The second edition of the Impact Accelerator Program offered participants three stages: Stage one: A week-long in-person training camp focused on methods and tools for designing innovative solutions. It also provided an opportunity for participants to collaborate and exchange experiences with other teams. It also included virtual training workshops and introductory sessions on the project supported by Misk, lasting for one week. Stage two: This stage consisted of virtual workshops and one-on-one sessions with experts over a month, aimed at supporting the implementation of the project backed by "Misk". Stage three: The implementation of the project supported by "Misk" over a period of four months, with a focus on building organizational capacities based on the needs of the organization, in addition to providing financial support.

The application for the second edition of the Impact Accelerator Program required several eligibility criteria, including: completing a minimum of three projects per year, ensuring the full attendance of at least three employees for the entire program, and having the organization specialize in one of the following areas: youth development and volunteering, culture, values and arts, modern technology, lifestyle and quality of life, and sustainable development.