Active & Upcoming Programs
Bloom Market Retail Accelerator
It's happening on High Street
Now recruiting: four distinct spaces for a 24-month retail incubator program designed to launch your business into downtown retail.
Application Deadline
September 30, 2026
Seed Capital Activator
This program is designed to empower small and startup businesses in the health, wellness and life sciences space, providing them the knowledge and tools to face unique industry challenges including regulatory and compliance hurdles, talent acquisition and training, billing and cashflow delays, patient privacy and data security, building consumer trust, etc.
Applications Open On
September 14, 2026
Testimonials
I opened my first retail location at Bloom. It has been a great place to test my concept.
Cyn
The ACO Brand
After returning to the U.S. to launch my business, discovering Bloom felt like love at first sight.
Tim Armstrong
Omnicruit International
From networking to mentorship, Bloom gave me the tools and confidence to elevate my brand and take action.
Triniti Scott
Shenanigans Hairtique
Bloom has allowed us to connect with businesses outside of our "home office" in City Hall.
Frankie Edmondson
Office of the Commissioner of the Revenue
Bloom's strategic guidance has been instrumental in optimizing our operations.
Ryan Thomas
Thomas Lumping Service
Past Programs
Uplift Capital Accelerator
powered by AGH Holdings
UPLIFT Portsmouth is an intensive 8-week accelerator designed to help local small businesses grow, scale, and build long-term success. Through a powerful combination of education, mentorship, and access to capital, UPLIFT supports entrepreneurs, especially those serving emerging communities, by strengthening business models, enhancing operations, and expanding networks.
Healthcare Accelerator
in partnership with ELG Management
This program is designed to empower small and startup businesses in the health, wellness and life sciences space, providing them the knowledge and tools to face unique industry challenges including regulatory and compliance hurdles, talent acquisition and training, billing and cashflow delays, patient privacy and data security, building consumer trust, etc.
Retail Catalyst Program
A Retail Alliance Program in partnership with ABNB Federal Credit Union
This program is designed to empower small and startup businesses in the health, wellness and life sciences space, providing them the knowledge and tools to face unique industry challenges including regulatory and compliance hurdles, talent acquisition and training, billing and cashflow delays, patient privacy and data security, building consumer trust, etc.
Retail Catalyst Program
A Retail Alliance Program in partnership with ABNB Federal Credit Union
This program is designed to empower small and startup businesses in the health, wellness and life sciences space, providing them the knowledge and tools to face unique industry challenges including regulatory and compliance hurdles, talent acquisition and training, billing and cashflow delays, patient privacy and data security, building consumer trust, etc.
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