We're Building a Conscious Innovation Movement

Our Mission

We empower the next generation of innovators to build ventures that ignite positive change.
Yope is a community of founders and innovators who prioritize the well-being of people and the planet. For us life is about driving meaningful, positive change through technology and business practices that align with a deeper sense of responsibility and purpose.
+125
Ventures Started
+500
Yope Program Alumni
+$2B
Funding Raised

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We envision a world where “conscious” is the new standard of innovation, creating technologies that drive transformational change for people and the planet.
Michael Baum
Founder & Chairperson

Our Journey

We are the accelerator, co-creator, and investor empowering the next generation of innovators to bring positive change and rewrite what we know with radical technology. 
Beginnings
Over a decade ago, our founder, Michael Baum, launched a non-profit dedicated to turning the ideas of university engineers, scientists, designers, and creatives into impactful ventures. Founder.org has been the launchpad for 125 startups from 50 universities worldwide, driving positive change in earth observation, digital health, cybersecurity, personalized medicine, clean transportation, energy, and emergency response.
Evolution
In 2024, we rebranded as Yope with a renewed mission to cultivate conscious innovation. We offer funding, superpower training, and an immersion in well-being practices we’ve personally embraced. The Yope team works closely with next-generation innovators to launch ventures that profoundly improve people's lives and address our planet’s most pressing challenges—one idea and one team at a time.
Future
As part of Yope, you’re becoming a key player in a movement of conscious innovators committed to making a meaningful difference. We’re here to champion your journey with personalized mentoring, a cutting-edge experience, and the resources you need to realize your vision. With our ecosystem, you’ll have the know how and the network to build a venture that truly matters and creates lasting positive change.
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