MATTER
Accelerators & Incubator in Chicago, IL.
About
MATTER is a premier health-focused accelerator and incubator located in Chicago, IL, dedicated to supporting innovative startups and entrepreneurs in the healthcare and wellness sectors. Based at 222 W Merchandise Mart Plaza, MATTER provides comprehensive resources, mentorship, and funding opportunities to help early-stage companies transform breakthrough ideas into scalable businesses. The accelerator serves founders and teams passionate about improving healthcare delivery, patient outcomes, and health technology solutions. Chicago's thriving innovation ecosystem and MATTER's strategic location in the Merchandise Mart make it an ideal launchpad for health-tech entrepreneurs. With access to industry experts, investor networks, and collaborative workspace, MATTER empowers visionary leaders to build sustainable healthcare solutions. Whether you're developing medical devices, digital health platforms, or health services, MATTER offers the strategic support and resources needed to accelerate growth, secure funding, and achieve market success in the competitive healthcare industry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of health-focused startups does MATTER support?
MATTER supports innovative startups across the healthcare spectrum, including digital health platforms, medical devices, health services, wellness solutions, and healthcare technology companies. The accelerator focuses on ventures that aim to improve patient outcomes and transform healthcare delivery.
What resources and support does MATTER provide to entrepreneurs?
MATTER offers comprehensive support including business mentorship from healthcare industry experts, access to investor networks, collaborative workspace, educational programming, and guidance on regulatory compliance, funding strategies, and market validation to help startups scale effectively.
Why is Chicago a good location for health-tech startups?
Chicago is a major healthcare and innovation hub with world-class medical institutions, research universities, a strong venture capital community, and a robust network of health-tech companies. This ecosystem provides startups with valuable partnerships, talent, and market opportunities.
How can I apply to MATTER's accelerator program?
Interested entrepreneurs should visit MATTER's website at matter.health to learn about application requirements, program timelines, and eligibility criteria. The site provides detailed information on how to submit your healthcare startup for consideration.
Last updated: March 17, 2026