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Together, we can launch transformative tech out of the lab and into the world

The Engine is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit built by MIT to support Tough Tech companies tackling the world’s greatest challenges in human health, climate, and infrastructure. We rely on the generosity of our supporters to provide the essential infrastructure, programming, and a powerful ecosystem that empowers Tough Tech companies to translate research into transformative real-world technologies.

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Sponsor teams building scalable, high-impact solutions to global challenges

The Ignition Pass fills a critical gap for Tough Tech startups, providing access to critical infrastructure, advisory services, and network connections before they secure significant funding. Your support helps subsidize residency costs for selected teams, unlocking access to The Engine’s purpose-built facilities, mentorship programs, and Tough Tech community to de-risk and scale their technology.

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Benefits of supporting The Engine:

  • Bring world-changing ideas out of the lab

    Help build a healthier and more sustainable future by providing Tough Tech teams with essential resources and programming.

  • Leave a legacy of supporting Tough Tech

    Leave a lasting impact by catalyzing technologies with the potential to solve the world’s greatest challenges in climate, health, and infrastructure.

  • Join the Tough Tech ecosystem

    Join a network of philanthropists, investors, industry leaders, early-stage companies, policymakers, and institutions committed to Tough Tech.

  • Engage with Tough Tech companies

    Work directly with promising early-stage companies with opportunities to mentor Tough Tech teams and participate in our programming and events.

Support critical Tough Tech programming and ecosystem building

  • The Eppendorf booth at The Engine
  • Attendees congregate at a vendor booth during the Spring 2024 Tough Tech Resource Expo in The Engine's event space
  • The Engine partners eLab Next and Eppendorf host an Olympics Afterparty at The Engine
  • The Arrow Electronics team poses at their booth at The Engine's 2024 Spring Tough Tech Resource Expo.
  • A crowd listens to a fireside chat hosted by Jordan Stowe, of The Engine's partner CSC Leasing, along with with resident founder and CEO Jake Guglin, and founding investor of venx, John Ho.
  • A vendor speaks to two attendees at The Engine's 2024 Tough Tech Week.
  • The image shows ThermoFisher bioanalytical equipment in a wet lab at The Engine.
  • Jessica Uhl, President of GE Vernova, discusses Tough Tech financing with JPMorgan's Head of Climate Tech, Kelly Belcher, during The Engine's annual Tough Tech Week event.
  • Investors and founders shake hands at The Engine's annual Tough Tech Week event.
  • Attendees congregate at vendor booths in The Engine's event space during Tough Tech Week 2024.
  • A man shakes hands with a woman in front of a name tag booth at Tough Tech Week 2024.