Media Kit

September-October 2026 Application Period

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• “Free Support to Advance Circular Businesses and Projects in Washington State” 

• “Washington Businesses Can Receive Support and up to $10,000 to Reuse or Recycle Materials into New Products” 

• “Grow Your Circular, Sustainable Solution with Expert Support and up to $10,000 in Funding”

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NextCycle Washington is a six-month circular accelerator program that provides consulting, business planning, and pitch development support to advance circular businesses and projects. The accelerator supports projects that reduce waste, expand material reuse and repair, or improve recovered or recycled material end uses. Participants connect with business and recycling experts, receive customized support tailored to their organization's stage through our Early-Stage or Growth-Stage track, and prepare a pitch to present at the program's Pitch Showcase. New this year, selected participants also receive up to $10,000 in direct funding to support their growth plan.

There is never any fee or equity exchange to apply or participate. The application is open to organizations or teams of organizations: for-profit businesses, nonprofits or community-based organizations, university/research institutions, Tribal nations, public-private partnerships, or trade organizations. The application period is open now through October 30, 2026. Learn more at www.nextcyclewashington.com/apply.

You can also learn more during the virtual information meeting, or "application party." Register now and bring your questions about eligibility, tracks, selection criteria, project fit, and more.

• Tuesday, September 29, 4:00-5:00 pm PT: