Empowering Women Entrepreneurs & Investors at Every Stage

Stella Foundation is dedicated to closing the funding gap for women entrepreneurs by providing high-impact education, mentorship, and access to capital. Our comprehensive programs are designed to support women-led businesses from ideation to scale and equip aspiring and active investors with the tools they need to fund women-owned businesses.

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Stella Labs Accelerator –
Scale Your Business to the Next Level

A 16-Week Virtual Pre-Seed Accelerator Designed for Women Founders

The Stella Labs Accelerator is a high-impact, equity-free program built to help female entrepreneurs refine their business models, secure funding, and build sustainable growth strategies. This industry-agnostic accelerator provides direct access to seasoned mentors, strategic investor connections, and real-world business development training.

Key Benefits:

  • Investor-Ready Pitch Deck & Financial Model (Includes graphic design & 5-week financial mentorship)

  • High-Touch Mentorship (1:1 advisory hours, expert-led cohort sessions, and investor pitch coaching)
  • Demo Day Showcase (Pitch in front of investors, funders, and startup leaders)
  • Equity-Free Funding Opportunities (Access to grants, investor showcases, and partner funding initiatives)

NEW: Stella Angels – Aspiring Investor Capital Readiness Curriculum

For women looking to break into investing and fund women-led startups, this program is your launchpad. The Stella Angels Capital Readiness Curriculum is designed to demystify investing, provide hands-on experience with deal evaluation, and build a network of women supporting women through capital.

Who is this for?

  • Women interested in angel investing but unsure where to start

  • Aspiring investors looking to fund women-led startups

  • Founders transitioning into investment roles

  • New & active investors seeking to refine their due diligence and investment strategies

What You’ll Learn:

  • Angel Investing 101 – Understanding how to evaluate startups & deals

  • Due Diligence Deep Dive – What to look for in pre-seed & early-stage investments

  • Portfolio Building – Strategies to diversify risk & maximize returns

  • Live Investment Simulations – Participate in real-time investment assessments

  • Exclusive Access to Stella Angels Events – Meet top female founders seeking funding

Additional Courses & Educational Offerings

Stella Foundation offers comprehensive training programs to equip female founders and funders with the knowledge and tools to succeed.
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Startup Fundraising Bootcamp

  • Master the art of pitching & securing funding from angel investors & VCs

  • Get investor-ready templates, fundraising playbooks, and expert coaching

2

Investing for Women: A Beginner’s Guide to Angel Investing

  • Step-by-step course on how to start investing in female-led startups

  • Learn investment strategies, due diligence, and portfolio management

3

Business Operations & Scaling Masterclass

  • Tactical training for founders looking to streamline operations & scale efficiently

  • Covers automation, business modeling, and strategic growth planning

This is more than a platform. It’s a movement.

Join for FREE & take your business or investment journey to the next level!

Are You a Founder?

Access Funding,
Education & Community Support
Join as a Founder

Are You an Investor?

Discover & Fund High-Potential Women-Led Startups
Join as an Investor

Want to Partner?

Sponsor an event, mentor a founder, or collaborate with Stella.
Join as a Partner

Why Join a Stella Program?

  • Actionable Education: Our programs go beyond theory—you’ll walk away with tangible strategies and real-world experience

  • Expert Mentorship: Learn from industry leaders, investors, and top-tier entrepreneurs who’ve built and funded multi-million dollar businesses

  • Funding Opportunities: Stella’s programs provide direct access to investors, grants, and exclusive pitch events

  • Unparalleled Network: Join a thriving community of female founders, funders, and business leaders

Let’s grow together. Apply today!