# 434

> 434 is a nonprofit startup accelerator and studio hosted by Venture Central. It supports technology-driven companies in and around Charlottesville with a long-format program, workspace, advisers, expert connections and student talent.

- **Founded:** 2019
- **Headquarters:** Charlottesville, United States
- **Products:** 434 Accelerator, 434 Studio and Startup Series, 434 Fellows, Workspace and resource access, Grant application support
- **Notable:** Self-reported cumulative reach: nearly 60 startups and over 105 founders., Participating teams collectively report over 280 jobs created or retained and more than USD 100 million in capital and grants., Over 2,500 students connected through Fellows, courses and other opportunities, according to 434.

## Products & services

- **434 Accelerator** — At least nine months of advising, local expert access and programming for selected technology startups.
- **434 Studio and Startup Series** — Earlier-stage support and discussions on starting technology businesses; piloted in 2024.
- **434 Fellows** — Student internship and project opportunities with participating startups.
- **Workspace and resource access** — Free coworking space plus technical and business perks.
- **Grant application support** — Opportunity to apply for up to $20,000 in grants; not guaranteed funding.

## Achievements

- Self-reported cumulative reach: nearly 60 startups and over 105 founders.
- Participating teams collectively report over 280 jobs created or retained and more than USD 100 million in capital and grants.
- Over 2,500 students connected through Fellows, courses and other opportunities, according to 434.
- Venture Central reports 20 UVA Fellows placed with startups in 2025.

## Latest updates

- **—** — The official impact page lists a 2026 cohort including Alula, AmphibianAI, Antralio, Archibald, Lytix and Suede; observed October 7, 2026.
- **2026-04** — Venture Central published its 2025 annual report, including 434 Fellows activity and regional founder feedback.
- **2026-02** — Tom Tom announced its 2026 innovation showcases, including Cville’s Most Innovative presented with 434.
- **2025-01** — Reporting described plans to formalize studio and Startup Series pilots begun in 2024.

## Links

- Website: https://www.434.co/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/434-accelerator

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Last updated: 2026-10-07