Madison gBETA is accepting application through Friday, March 22, the organization recently announced.

The free, seven-week accelerator for early-stage companies with local roots is looking for five teams, requires no fees and requires no equity. Participating companies will receive access to a community of entrepreneurs as well as introductions to the gener8tor network of successful entrepreneurs, angel investors and venture capitalists, plus $1 million in deals and perks.

The program, held in StartingBlock Madison, will begin on Thursday, April 4 and conclude on Thursday, May 23.

Applications can be done online.