Pitch
Founders present real problems and bold ideas at our weekly events.
Build Startups.
Gain Experience.
Make Impact.
BetaBuilders is a platform that connects passionate volunteers (developers, designers, product managers, and more) with early-stage startup founders to build MVPs and gain real-world experience.
What is BetaBuilders?
Whether you're a founder with a dream or a builder looking for hands-on experience, BetaBuilders offers a unique launchpad. Our platform empowers both sides — enabling founders to bring ideas to life and helping volunteers gain real-world, portfolio-ready experience.
- Weekly Pitch to Build events
- Real-world experience for aspiring devs & designers
- Collaborative MVPs that make an impact
- Community-driven projects — no funding required
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Ready to Launch?
Join BetaBuilders — the nonprofit startup accelerator built for creators, by creators.
Our Mission
BetaBuilders exists to turn courageous ideas into working products while giving volunteers a place to learn, ship and shine. We rally builders and founders around a single goal: launch something that matters.
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Our Vision
We imagine a world where talent and ambition are all you need to build a startup — funding optional. Every volunteer leaves with new skills, meaningful connections, and a portfolio piece they're proud of.
Join Our Weekly Meetups
Connect with founders, developers, and designers at our weekly events. Whether you're pitching ideas or looking to volunteer, there's a place for you.
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Pitch to Build
Founders present ideas, volunteers join teams
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Founder Spotlight
Learn from experienced entrepreneurs
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Startup Masterclass
Expert insights and practical frameworks
How BetaBuilders Works
Our 3-step community-driven process helps early-stage startups move from pitch to product — with real-world collaboration and zero funding required.
Team Up
Volunteers join squads that match their skills and passions.
Build & Launch
Together we ship MVPs, learn fast, and share success.
Benefits for Everyone
Founders and volunteers both gain valuable experience and connections through BetaBuilders.
🚀 Founders
🤝 Volunteers
🎤 Pitch Meeting
- Practice pitching
- Elaborate idea further
- Find like-minded people
- Discover startup to join
- Develop product thinking
- Network
📢 Social Media
- Discover talents
- Advertise positions
- Network with founders
- Find open positions
- Connect with founders
- Grow your profile
Our Services for Startups
We help unfunded early stage startups for free with:
Coaching
- How to go from a single person to a team
- From prototype to MVP
- From dev to prod
- Get first users & get funded
Marketing
- Create marketing assets that feel personal and authentic
- Share across platforms to maximize reach
- Use feedback loops to boost engagement
Website
- Design responsive websites with a modern stack
- Communicate brand story with clean visuals
- Generate inbound interest from investors and volunteers
Hiring
- Find skilled teammates who share your mission
- Create roles and onboard with clear expectations
- Build momentum with purpose-driven collaboration
Featured Startups
Meet the startups currently building with BetaBuilders!
- Apply once — we handle the rest
- AI finds jobs, tailors your resume, and submits applications
- No contracts, pay per application, and track progress
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- Launch your website in minutes — no coding needed
- AI-powered setup with fast, secure hosting
- One-click deployment for instant go-live
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- Showcase your skills with video intros and a living profile
- AI analyzes your interviews to highlight strengths
- Connect directly with top employers for faster, smarter hiring
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- Capture street art live — no uploads or filters
- Snap and geotag graffiti and murals instantly
- Join a global map to preserve and explore urban creativity worldwide
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- Share the mow and grow the karma
- Team up with neighbors and split costs
- Keep lawns sharp with reminders and group deals
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- Turn ideas into reality with SeedSite
- Build your team and use expert tools
- Launch fast with support every step of the way
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- Earn attention, not buy it — SMS only, no bots
- 100% free and heart-based, no ghosting
- Build, earn, and rise in the Hearts Economy
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Founders We Support
We support startup founders who are committed to learning, building, and leading with purpose.
Traits We Look For
- Honest and open to critical opinions, open to change and feedback.
- Able to adapt thinking when presented with new insights.
- Not just dreamers — focused on solving real, meaningful problems.
- Energetic and open to working with others collaboratively.
What We Teach
- First principle thinking — questioning assumptions to build from the ground up.
- Thinking from a business perspective — not just tech for tech's sake.
- Leadership — inspiring and enabling others to join your mission.
Meetup Events
We host weekly events that bring together founders, builders, and curious minds. Whether you're pitching a bold idea, sharing your journey, or learning how to build a startup from scratch—there's a space for you here.
Founders gain exposure, feedback, and collaborators. Volunteers get hands-on experience, mentorship, and a chance to shape real-world projects.
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Pitch to Build
Early-stage founders pitch startup ideas and invite volunteers to help build MVPs live. Collaboration starts on day one.
Founder Spotlight
An interview with a founder exploring how their concept came to life, the challenges they faced, and lessons learned.
Startup Masterclass
Industry experts and seasoned founders share frameworks, tools, and strategies for building scalable startups from the ground up.
Volunteer With Us
Want to grow your skills, build your portfolio, or contribute to something meaningful? BetaBuilders is your launchpad.
Connect With Us
Are you a founder looking to find like-minded people to move forward with your vision? Developers eager to sharpen your skills and collaborate?
Or someone seeking a team at the early stages of a project? We provide a vibrant community to connect, build, and grow together.
Questions? Ideas? Want to partner or get involved? Reach out to us on LinkedIn — we'd love to hear from you.
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