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.
Opportunities to engage
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.
Get Involved
Benefits of supporting The Engine:
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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.
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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.
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Join the Tough Tech ecosystem
Join a network of philanthropists, investors, industry leaders, early-stage companies, policymakers, and institutions committed to Tough Tech.
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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
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Green Labs Recycling x Eppendorf x The Engine
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Over 60 vendors and service providers participated in our Spring 2024 Tough Tech Resource Expo.
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Olympics Afterparty thrown by partners e Lab Next and Eppendorf
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Arrow Electronics team at the 2024 Spring Tough Tech Resource Expo.
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Fireside chat on equipment leasing with our partner CSC Leasing's Jordan Stowe, along with resident founder and CEO Jake Guglin, and founding investor of venx, John Ho.
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ThermoFisher brightens up a support lab at The Engine.
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Jessica Uhl, President of GE Vernova, discusses Tough Tech financing with JPMorgan's Head of Climate Tech, Kelly Belcher
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