Open Call for Incubator Members: Year 11 (Sept 2024 – Aug 2025)
The Open Call for Year 11 Incubator Members is active until March 8th. NEW INC invites individuals and small teams to its year-long program from September to August. The program supports creative practitioners in developing sustainable practices or launching new businesses. Located in New York City, NEW INC offers both virtual and hybrid participation options.
Applying to NEW INC
Incubator Membership Overview
NEW INC serves as a vibrant ecosystem with evolving resources and community engagement. Members benefit from various program tracks, mentorship, and professional development opportunities designed to foster community and individual growth.
Program Benefits
- Tracks: Members join specific Tracks to build communities and focus on opportunities within Art & Code, Creative Science, Extended Realities, Social Architecture, and Cooperative Studies. Each Track includes a Mentor-in-Residence and potential special programming through partnerships.
- Community: NEW INC nurtures a community of artists, creative practitioners, and entrepreneurs committed to equitable cultural advancement. The program facilitates collaboration, feedback, technical support, and friendship among members.
- Mentorship: Members gain access to over 150 mentors, offering guidance and inspiration. The mentorship includes 1-on-1 sessions with a Dedicated Mentor and regular meetings with Track Mentors-in-Residence.
- Professional Growth: The program offers workshops, lectures, and peer learning to equip members with business fundamentals, empathetic team-building, and practical skills for growth.
Workspace and Resources
NEW INC provides a bookable workspace at 250 Hudson St, equipped with desks, conference rooms, phone booths, and a roof deck. Members have access to media production equipment and can book spaces for meetings and events.
Membership Details
The Incubator Membership costs $150 per month, with subsidies available based on financial need. Members enjoy in-person access to the workspace, full mentorship program access, professional development programming, and exclusive events.
Member Profile
NEW INC welcomes a diverse range of members, including independent practitioners, studios, collectives, startups, and seasoned professionals. The program values intersectionality and cross-disciplinary exchange.
Program Tracks
Year 11 members will join one of five Tracks, each designed to foster community and focus on thematic opportunities. Tracks include dedicated mentors and special programming, with the final decision on participation made by the NEW INC team based on applicants’ preferences and goals.
