The Regeneration Program 2025
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Together, we accelerate the transition to a regenerative economy — one that restores ecosystems, communities, and culture.
About this program
General information
Program start: 19 November 2025
Duration: 5 months
Location(s): Amsterdam Region (Details T.B.A.)
Language: English
Who is this for?
You’re building an organization that has regenerative principles at its core and aims for intergenerational positive impact on humans and the planet. Maybe you work with mycelium, steward-owned energy cooperatives, circular food systems, bioregional design, or community wealth building. Whether you are a business, foundation or NGO – we welcome you to become part of this regenerative ecosystem.
You’re looking for:
- A regenerative way of working; from values to ownership
- A path to develop a clear vision and strategy for your organization
- A peer community that shares your ambition
- Coaching and mentorship to move through complexity
- Financial and legal clarity
- New language to tell your story
Applications are open — click below to submit an application!
Not sure if you’re the right fit? We’re happy to explore that with you – contact us directly.
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What you’ll explore, and how you’ll grow
Over four months, you’ll dive deep into the key building blocks of regenerative entrepreneurship, while developing your leadership in community with others.
- Create a regenerative vision and strategy rooted in your values and principles
- Explore ownership & governance models like steward ownership and consent-based decision-making
- Learn how to design financial strategies using blended capital and impact investment
- Choose the legal structure that protects your mission and enables purpose-driven growth
- Strengthen your storytelling and branding, so your message lands with the right people
- Map your ecosystem and design regenerative partnerships with lasting value
- Understand what to measure and why — and write your own Theory of Change.
Tailored support to sharpen your path
In addition to the group sessions, you’ll get three personalized coaching tracks — handpicked to fit your biggest strategic questions.
- Choose the expertise you need — from regenerative finance to storytelling, legal structures, or organizational design
- Use your expert sessions to reflect deeply, make faster decisions, and move beyond your current limitations
- Gain practical tools and real-world feedback from people who’ve done it before
- Challenge your assumptions and explore bold, system-shifting solutions
Build resilience and clarity with a trusted sparring partner who dares to ask the tough questions - Grow not just as an entrepreneur, but as a leader creating long-term, meaningful change
What else?
- Peer-to-peer learning within a cohort of like-minded entrepreneurs and organizations
- Demo Day: Pitch to Impact Hub’s network of impact investors and partners
- Access to the Impact Hub Global – Impact Makers Community (320,000+ members)
- Connections to a diverse network of impact investors, potential clients, and strategic partners
Participation fee
The total value of this program exceeds EUR €25,000 per participating company. But, thanks to the support of our partners, we can offer participants a reduced participation fee.
Total cost of participation = EUR €1,900
This participation fee covers the entire programme, including food & beverages, for up to two participants per company. We ask there always be one familiar face per company present, but you are free to bring a (different) associate to each session. (Note: fee excludes 21% VAT.)
Regeneration starts with you — and it starts now.
Whether you’re shaping your regenerative strategy or already deep in the work: this program meets you where you are, and helps you grow further.
You’ll get expert guidance, a strong network of founders, potential partners and investors, and space to navigate real challenges with clarity and confidence. If you’re ready to take the next step in leading systemic change, we invite you to apply.
Frequently asked questions
General
You will pitch your business to an audience of investors and strategic partners. For example DOEN Foundation, ifund, PYMWYMIC, NX Food, Brave New Food, angel investors, banks, and more.
No, we charge a participant fee to cover part of the cost of running our program. Our partners Rabobank Foundation and City of Amsterdam cover the bulk of the cost.
Your business is your business. We just want to help you grow it. Our mentors, trainers, and team members will share from their experience and provide you with tools and examples. It’s up to you to decide on the strategy of growing your business.
Over 50% of alumni secure investment within 6 months after finishing the programme. For over 80% of alumni, the accelerator has helped them find new partners or buyers.
You’ll also become part of our alumni network, with access to member and alumni-only events. And we’ll always help you make connections and enable you to pitch your company or products at our events or our partners.
Every year, we curate a panel of expert partners from our ecosystem to help select the next generation of food change makers.
This year’s selection committee brings together a diverse and experienced group of investors, ecosystem builders, public sector leaders, and industry experts from Gemeente Amsterdam, Stichting DOEN, ROM InWest, Green Protein Alliance, Flevocampus, The Bold New Company, Fair Capital Impact Fund, Oedipus Brewing, Rabobank Foundation and Impact Hub.
Application
T.B.A.
Yes, your company should be registered in the Netherlands.
No, we only select companies that have shown product-market fit, are generating revenue, and have a team of at least 2, including the founder(s).
You can also schedule a call with one of our scouts to see which programs fit your needs best!
Yes! During this accelerator, you will strengthen your business model, meet valuable potential partners and clients, and increase your impact.
If you’re transforming your startup into a scale-up and are looking to work on your growth strategy in a group of like-minded impact entrepreneurs that want to instigate change for the better, apply!
Programme content
Throughout the 4-month programme, there are 10 full-day learning events. Amongst others, expect an energizing kick off, closing event, and a fun excursion. And don’t forget the additional time you need to prepare and implement changes to your business. For dates, see the timeline section below.
All training days are part theory and part practical work. A day could start with one of our experienced experts sharing their lessons and tips & tricks. We try to keep this short & sweet, so you can get to work implementing your learnings in your own strategy and consulting with your peers. The weather permitting, we will have a nice lunch together in between and end the day discussing your new insights over a beer in our courtyard.
Trainers
We work with a selection of seasoned trainers. Each of our trainers is specialized in one of the programme topics and has years of experience working with startups.
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Partners & Mentors
Throughout the program you’ll be guided on a personal level by experienced (food)entrepreneurs in a mentorship programme such as Niels Groenewoud, Carolina Riffi Ollite, Valentina Suligojen, Bert Naber, Daniela Simbula, Enver Loke, Leontine Gast, and more. Additionally, the De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek will provide legal expertise.
Practical
T.B.A.
Yes! As a business expense, course fees are 100% tax-deductible.
Program partners
