Light a match with us.
Together, we’re making Kitsap the go-to place to launch and grow businesses that benefit the region, and bring value to the world.
Accelerating Learning
From startup to exit, we equip entrepreneurs with the knowledge and skills to navigate every stage of their business journey with confidence through workshops, mentorship, peer mastermind groups, and accelerator programs.
Connecting Capital
We connect entrepreneurs to diverse funding sources, so that every business in Kitsap, regardless of size or stage, has access to the right financial resources at the exactly the right time.
Telling Our Stories
By telling our stories and showcasing Kitsap’s distinct heritage, resources and talents, we fortify the strength of our community ecosystem and help businesses craft narratives that attract investors, engage stakeholders, and build strong brands.
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Get Involved
We’re building a stronger, more connected entrepreneurial ecosystem in Kitsap—and we need you! Whether you’re looking to mentor emerging founders and small business owners, share your expertise as a speaker or facilitator, invest in startups, sponsor impactful programs, or volunteer at events, we’d love to have you on board.
Attend
Meet local entrepreneurs, network with investors, learn from advisors, and connect with co-founders at an upcoming event.
Mentor
Help current and aspiring entrepreneurs and innovators build something great.
Speak
Share your expertise with the community as a speaker at an upcoming Matchstick Lab event.
Invest
Sponsor an event, support Matchstick Lab, or provide early stage investment capital to early-stage businesses in Kitsap.
Stay Connected
Stay in the know on all things startups, business growth, and innovation in Kitsap.