BMAQ Innovation Hub
An initiative by Bayt Mal Al-Quds Asharif, dedicated to empowering innovation and social impact in Jerusalem.
The BMAQ Innovation Hub is a strategic initiative created to drive tech-powered social innovation and support entrepreneurship in Jerusalem (Al-Quds).
Focused exclusively on technology-based projects that generate positive social impact, the Hub nurtures startups and initiatives that address critical community needs across sectors such as education, health, environment, and economic empowerment.
By offering a full range of services — including expert mentorship, access to seed funding, collaborative innovation spaces, and global networking opportunities — the BMAQ Innovation Hub acts as a catalyst for change. It empowers Jerusalem's youth, entrepreneurs, and innovators to leverage technology as a tool for resilience, community development, and sustainable growth.
The Hub in figures
- 48startups supported
- 144founders
- 700+ideas submitted
- 1,500hours of support
Goal for 2030: 100 Palestinian startups incubated and accelerated.
Empower Innovators
We empower entrepreneurs, youth, and innovators in Jerusalem to build tech solutions that respond to real community needs.
Drive Social Change
Our mission is to foster startups and projects that improve education, healthcare, employment, and social services through technology.
Build Resilience
Through innovation, we nurture a culture of resilience and hope in Jerusalem, aligned with the mission of Bayt Mal Al-Quds to serve the city's people and future.
How to participate?
- Apply to JoinEntrepreneurs and startups with tech-for-good ideas can apply to our incubation programs and benefit from tailored support.Applications are closed
- Mentor or PartnerExperienced professionals, NGOs, and companies are welcome to mentor startups, offer training, or partner on projects.Join us →
- Invest in InnovationOrganizations and individuals can support the growth of Jerusalem's innovators by investing financially or donating resources.Join us →
Empowering innovators through structured journeys of growth, resilience, and impact in Jerusalem.
Cohort Calendar
First Cohort: January – June
Second Cohort: July – December
Each cohort spans approximately 5 to 6 months, combining intensive training, mentorship, and strategic development opportunities. The flexible structure allows startups to grow at a steady and impactful pace.
Who Joins a Cohort?
Between 5 and 20 startups are selected per cohort based on innovation potential, social impact, and scalability. The program welcomes early-stage entrepreneurs and tech-driven initiatives aligned with Jerusalem's development goals.
Focus Themes
Some cohorts are general, while others focus on priority areas such as:
Program Highlights
190+ hours of expert-led workshops, masterclasses, and practical sessions to accelerate growth.
Tailored Training
190+ hours of expert-led workshops, masterclasses, and practical sessions to accelerate growth.
Journey Timeline
The key phases of our cohort experience.
- 01
Selection & Onboarding
Careful selection of startups based on their innovation, social impact, and scalability potential.
- 02
Training & Acceleration
Workshops, mentorship sessions, and focused development activities to refine business models and solutions.
- 03
Networking & Showcasing
Participation in innovation events, investor exposure, and connection to the broader ecosystem.
- 04
Demo Day
Presentation of startups' progress and future plans, organized during major events or dedicated ceremonies.
Featured Startups
Discover some of the innovative projects nurtured by BMAQ Innovation Hub.
TransportTech - Smart CitiesActPlusTechnologyAI-driven solutions for mobility challenges in Africa & the Middle East: smart navigation and bus operations beyond GPS.Pre-Seed
RetailTechMetajirAn AI-infused B2B wholesale social platform for creating, negotiating, and closing deals between suppliers and merchants.Early Revenue
HealthTech - DeepTechHealers Medical DevicesRevolutionizing sternotomy with innovative tech for safer surgeries, fewer complications, and better patient outcomes.MVP
HealthTechMirror Digital TechnologiesTransforming healthcare with secure, AI-powered multilingual EMR systems for better patient-centric care.Early RevenueAl-Quds Hackathon 2026
Tech solutions to real challenges in Al-QudsThe hackathon brought together creators, developers, designers and entrepreneurs to build tech solutions to real challenges in the city and turn ideas into testable prototypes. A preparatory programme of specialised meetings and two rounds of one-to-one mentoring led to the final pitches before the jury on 22 and 23 September 2026, alongside an online public vote.Gallery
Discover moments of innovation, collaboration, and community impact from BMAQ Innovation Hub at different events.
Partners
At the service of Al Quds
The Bayt Mal Al-Quds Asharif Agency is a social and humanitarian institution affiliated with the Al-Quds Committee, affiliated with the Organization of Islamic Cooperation.
It is under the high patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, King of the Kingdom of Morocco.
The BMAQ Agency is working on the implementation of social projects in Al-Quds to contribute to the protection of the Holy City, the preservation of its religious and cultural heritage and the support of its inhabitants.
View the short film ↗Applications are closed
The Hub works in cohorts and the current cohort is under way. Applications for the next cohort will be announced on this site.
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