Calling All Growth-Stage Startups in Palestine (Fanar+)
Are you ready to go global and make an impact? Join the first-ever T.F.E.I. Fanar+ Accelerator — a founder-led launchpad that puts builders before frameworks and turns traction into scalable, investable growth.
About the Program
T.F.E.I. Fanar+ Accelerator
A 12-week intensive growth program by the Tawfiq Fakhouri Entrepreneurship Initiative (T.F.E.I.), powered by BCITE at Al-Quds University. Tailored for startups operating in the market with customers and clear scalability goals.
- Founder-centric coaching and roundtables.
- Structured investor touchpoints and 1:1s.
- Practical, outcomes-first acceleration.
Founder-Centric Approach
Personalized coaching, mentor matches, CEO/CTO roundtables, and office hours.
Investor Access & Exposure
Planned 1:1s, investor panels, and a culminating Demo Day with regional VCs and angels.
What You’ll Gain
Program Benefits
Tailored Mentorship
Matched regional and global mentors aligned to your vertical and stage.
Masterclasses
Legal, sales, marketing, brand, storytelling, pitching, investor readiness.
Investor Access
Panels, Q&A, and curated 1:1s with VCs, angels, and strategic partners.
Network Effects
Strong peer community, partner ecosystem, and alumni support.
Global Exposure
Visibility across T.F.E.I. and BCITE platforms and partner networks.
Demo Day Spotlight
High-profile showcase to investors, partners, and media.
Vision
To redefine acceleration from Palestine to the region by creating a founder-led movement that drives innovation, resilience, and scalable impact.
We envision a Palestinian and regional startup ecosystem powered by founders, not frameworks, where every venture is equipped to grow, invest, and lead change.
- Founder-led innovation for sustainable growth.
- Ecosystem built on collaboration and resilience.
- Scalable impact beyond borders.
Mission
The Fanar+ acceleration program is built by founders, for founders. Our mission is to disrupt traditional acceleration by making it practical, responsive, and relentlessly focused on founder success.
We connect startups with the funding, mentors, masterclasses, and community they need to scale — going beyond programs so ventures don’t just start but thrive.
Fanar+ is where founders build with founders and win together.
A founder-led movement
BCITE is more than an accelerator. It is an agile, responsive support ecosystem that includes access to funding, top-tier mentors, practical workshops, and a curated perks package tailored to founders’ real challenges.
- Homegrown innovation with regional impact.
- Collaboration centered on founders’ needs.
- Shared success across the community.
Eligibility Criteria
- Registered startups with paying customers.
- Operating in the market .
- Clear scalability goals and a strong business plan.
- Capable, efficient team.
- English proficiency.
Acceleration at a glance
A simple, outcomes-first path from orientation to investment.
Orientation
Baseline pitches, KPIs, perks, trust-building, and goal alignment.
Mentor Match
Rapid mentor rounds with double-opt-in. Land 2–3 lead mentors per team.
Growth Sprints
Legal, sales, performance marketing, brand, well-being, storytelling.
Investor Prep
Pitch architecture, delivery practice, investor Q&A, and mock demo day.
Demo Day
Investor showcase, partner visibility, media, and alumni onboarding.
Always-on support
- Founder stories and peer CEO/CTO roundtables
- Lead mentor check-ins and Mentor Mayhem touchpoints
- Managing Director & Startup Manager office hours
- Investor 1:1s and community events
- Newsletter and video check-ins
- Exclusive founder perks package
Contact
Address
- Qasr Al-Hamra, Salah El-Din Street
- Beit Hanina AQU Campus
- Abu Dees AQU Campus
- Ramallah, Al-bireh AQU Campus
Email Us
bcite@alquds.edu