40 startup accelerators to apply to in 2024 & 2025

I decided to start writing - let’s begin with accelerators. 

I started my career in venture as an intern at Techstars. Over the past five years, I’ve seen the accelerator space become more exciting than ever, with a rising number of accelerators. Traditional VC firms are coming in earlier and earlier. 

Here are 40 accelerators that I am familiar with and would love to share with you. I’ve tried to make it as detailed as possible to make it easier for you to apply, including details like funding amount, target ownership, existing portfolio companies, deadlines, etc. Keep in mind that not all information is public or up to date. If you are or were part of an accelerator, or know some insights not included below, please let me know, and I’ll update the information accordingly.

Here are the 40 accelerators:

Techstars

Y Combinator

Plug and Play

Betaworks

LAUNCH

Sequoia Arc

Greylock Edge

a16z Speedrun

South Park Commons (SPC)

PearX

Gold House Ventures Accelerator

OpenAI Converge

Afore Residency

NVIDIA Inception

Conviction Embed

Neo

MuckerLab

Startupbootcamp

MassChallenge

HF0

Antler

Alchemist

HearstLab

Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator (ERA)

SOSV

AngelPad

Entrepreneur First (EF)

Forum Ventures Accelerator

XRC Ventures

Founders Factory

Amplify.LA

Dreamit Ventures

Microsoft GrowthX

AWS Accelerators

Google for Startups Accelerator

Morgan Stanley Inclusive Ventures Lab

MiraclePlus

Lair East Labs

500 Global

Starta

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Techstars

• Website: Techstars

• Focus: Providing seed funding, mentorship, and resources to early-stage startups to help them succeed.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process with rolling deadlines.

Who Should Apply:

• Early-stage startups across various industries, including HealthTech, FinTech, Web3, CleanTech, and more.

• Founders looking for mentorship, networking opportunities, and funding to scale their businesses.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 3 months.

• Investment Amount: Up to $120,000 in funding.

  • $20,000 in exchange for 6% equity.

  • $100,000 convertible note.

• Equity: 6% equity stake.

Program Components:

• Funding: Up to $120,000 investment.

• Mentorship: Access to over 4,300 active mentors and industry experts.

• Networking: Connections with corporate partners, investors, and a global alumni network.

• Workshops and Resources: Intensive programs covering pitching, fundraising, product-market fit, hiring, marketing, and more.

• Demo Day: Opportunity to present to a large audience of investors and media.

Target Ownership:

• 6% equity stake.

Notable Investments:

• Funded over 4,000 startups, with a cumulative market cap of $113.6 billion.

• Notable alumni include:

  • Chainalysis: New York City Barclays Accelerator, powered by Techstars (2015).

  • ClassPass: Techstars New York City Accelerator (2012).

  • DataRobot: Techstars Cloud Accelerator (2013).

  • DigitalOcean: Techstars Boulder Accelerator (2012).

  • Degreed: Kaplan EdTech Accelerator, powered by Techstars (2013).

  • Alloy: New York City Barclays Accelerator, powered by Techstars (2015).

  • Remitly: Techstars Seattle Accelerator (2011).

  • PillPack: Techstars Boston Accelerator (2013).

  • SendGrid: Techstars Boulder Accelerator (2009).

  • Zipline: Techstars Seattle Accelerator (2011).

Investment Amount:

• Up to $120,000 in funding.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to commit full-time to the program, engage actively in mentorship and networking opportunities, and leverage the resources provided to accelerate their growth.

Additional Benefits:

• Global Network: Access to a vast network of founders, mentors, corporate partners, and investors.

• Perks: Over $4 million in perks, including cloud hosting credits and software discounts.

• Ongoing Support: Continued support and resources post-program, including alumni events and access to the Techstars network.

For more details, visit Techstars.

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Y Combinator

• Website: Y Combinator

• Focus: Provides seed funding, mentorship, and resources to early-stage startups.

• Application Deadlines: Two batches per year (Winter and Summer); continuous application process.

Who Should Apply:

• Founders with a startup idea, product, or business at any stage, from idea to pre-revenue and beyond.

• Companies from any industry, including software, hardware, biotech, and more.

• Solo founders, technical founders, and non-technical founders looking for a co-founder.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 3 months.

• Investment Amount: $500,000 on standard terms:

  • $125,000 on a post-money SAFE for 7% equity.

  • $375,000 on an uncapped SAFE with a Most Favored Nation (MFN) provision.

Program Components:

• Funding: $500,000 investment per startup.

• Groups: Startups are sorted into 4 groups led by group partners who provide guidance through group and one-on-one office hours.

• Office Hours: Regular meetings with group partners for advice and support.

• Bookface: A platform for founders to connect and share knowledge.

• Batch Retreat: 3-day in-person retreat to network and build relationships.

• Alumni Talks: Weekly sessions with successful startup founders.

• Public Launches: Guidance on presenting products to users and press.

• First Customers: Assistance in acquiring early customers from the YC community.

• Weekly Meetups: Regular events featuring special guests.

• Demo Day: Presentation of startups to a large audience of investors and press.

Target Ownership:

• 7% equity on a post-money SAFE, plus an additional uncapped SAFE.

Notable Investments:

• Over 5,000 funded startups with a combined valuation of $600 billion.

• Notable companies include:

  • Airbnb

  • Stripe

  • DoorDash

  • Dropbox

  • Coinbase

  • Reddit

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to fully commit to their startups during the program and leverage YC’s resources and network for growth and fundraising.

Additional Benefits:

• Community: Access to a powerful alumni network and ongoing support.

• Deals: Access to discounts and free accounts for over 100 products, including significant cloud hosting credits.

• Hiring: Support in building the team through Work at a Startup and Hacker News.

• Ongoing Support: Continued office hours and resources for alumni.

For more details, visit Y Combinator.

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Plug and Play 

• Website: Plug and Play Tech Center

• Focus: Empowering innovation through collaboration with corporations, governments, startups, investors, and universities.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process.

Industry Focus:

• Aerospace & Defense

• Advanced Manufacturing

• Agtech

• Animal Health

• Brand & Retail

• Crypto & Digital Assets

• Deeptech

• Energy

• Enterprise & AI

• Fintech

• Food & Beverage

• Health

• Insurtech

• Maritime

• Media & Advertising

• Medtech

• Mobility

• New Materials & Packaging

• Real Estate & Construction

• Semiconductors

• Smart Cities

• Sportstech

• Supply Chain

• Sustainability

• Travel & Hospitality

Who Should Apply:

• Startups across multiple industries looking for mentorship, funding, and opportunities to scale and connect with large corporate partners.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: Typically 12 weeks for accelerator programs; varies for other programs.

• Check Size: Not specified; varies by program and company needs.

• Equity: Varies; not specified.

Program Components:

• Mentorship: Access to industry leaders and experts for guidance and support.

• Networking: Connections with a vast network of corporate partners, investors, and industry peers.

• Resources: Opportunities to leverage corporate partnerships for pilot projects, customer acquisition, and strategic investments.

• Events: Participation in industry-specific programs, events, and Demo Days to showcase innovations.

Notable Investments:

• Collaborates with major corporations such as Visa, Roche, Jaguar Land Rover, Walmart, Volvo Group, Zimmer Biomet, Nissan, Porsche, Eli Lilly and Company, and Shell.

• Extensive global presence with locations in Silicon Valley, Tokyo, Alberta, Stuttgart, Riyadh, and others.

Investment Amount:

• Not specified; terms are unique and company-specific.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to leverage Plug and Play's extensive network, participate in programs and events, and aim for significant growth and market impact.

For more details, visit Plug and Play Tech Center.

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Betaworks

• Website: Betaworks

• Focus: A product-focused, seed-stage venture capital fund investing in companies building frontier technologies.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process.

Who Should Apply:

• Early-stage startups building in frontier technologies, particularly those focusing on AI, gaming, and decentralization.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 13 weeks “in-residence” at Betaworks.

• Investment Amount: $250,000 to $750,000.

Target Ownership:

• Not explicitly specified.

Notable Investments:

• Companies backed by Betaworks include:

  • Rec Room

  • Hugging Face

  • Stability AI

  • Twitter

  • Venmo

Programs:

• Betaworks Camp: A cohort-based investment and product development program focusing on specific tech modalities and themes.

  • Themes include AI, interactive entertainment, infrastructure, and open-source software.

  • Examples of past camps: AI Camp, Synthetic Camp, AudioCamp, VisionCamp, and VoiceCamp.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to immerse themselves in the Betaworks community, leverage the Betaworks team, and access a curated group of industry leaders.

• Engage in product development, platform strategy, data science, branding, and fundraising.

Additional Benefits:

• Access to Betaworks’ team and network.

• Support from industry leaders for general company-building needs.

• Office space and mentorship during the program.

Team:

• John Borthwick: Managing Partner

• Jordan Crook: Partner

• Jonathan Chin: Operating Partner

• Nicole Ranucci: Head of People Operations

• Analisa Svehaug: Director

For more details, visit Betaworks.

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LAUNCH

• Website: LAUNCH

• Focus: Early-stage investment firm and media company supporting founders and inspiring innovation by backing builders.

• Application Deadlines: Not specified; continuous application process.

• Industry Focus: Various industries with a strong emphasis on innovation and growth potential.

• Stages: Early-stage startups

Who Should Apply:

• Startups looking to meet investors and master growth strategies.

• Founders aim to build an MVP and grow traction through their pre-accelerator program.

Duration and Terms:

• Accelerator Program:

  • 15-week program

  • Invests in 7 startups per cohort

  • Founders meet 700+ investors

  • Master growth strategies

• Founder University:

  • 12-week pre-accelerator program

  • Focused on early-startup practices, building MVP, and growing traction.

Funding:

• Check sizes range from $25k to $5M

• Operates a syndicate with 10,000+ accredited investors investing alongside them at TheSyndicate.com

Target Ownership:

• Varies; not specified

Notable Investments:

• Invested in over 300 startups

• Eight startups have achieved valuations over a billion dollars, including:

  • Uber

  • Thumbtack

  • Calm

  • Datastax

  • Wealthfront

  • Robinhood

  • Desktop Metal

  • Density

Investment Amount:

• Check sizes range from $25k to $5M; specific amounts per startup not provided.

Expectations:

• Startups are expected to leverage the mentor network, master growth strategies, and meet a large network of investors for potential funding.

For more details, visit LAUNCH.

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Sequoia Arc

• Website: Sequoia Arc

• Focus: Helping pre-seed and seed-stage founders build enduring companies through Sequoia's proprietary company building workshops and access to their network.

• Application Deadlines:

  • Arc Fall '24 cohort: Apply by July 31st, 2024, 11:59 PM PT

• Industry Focus: Various industries, with an emphasis on innovation and category-defining businesses

• Stages: Pre-seed and seed-stage startups

Who Should Apply:

• Pre-seed and seed-stage founders actively working on an idea, product, and company

• Founders with an idea and no lines of code, or an MVP with early customer traction

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 5 weeks

• Hybrid Structure:

  • First and last weeks in person (New York City and Bay Area)

  • Weeks 2-4 held remotely via Zoom

• Check Size: Varies; every partnership with Sequoia is unique and company-specific

• Workshops covering product-market fit, founder story, customer story, product story, go-to-market story, and business story

• Access to Sequoia’s network, digital hub for founders, and marketplace credits (e.g., NVIDIA, Microsoft Azure, Datadog, etc.)

Target Ownership:

• Varies; not specified

Notable Investments:

• Testimonials from founders of companies like Pydantic, Flagship, Summer Health, Mindy, Squint, and Meeno

• Examples of successful companies: Klarna, Instagram, Sunrun, Notion, Wolt, DoorDash, Supercell, Atari, HubSpot

Investment Amount:

• Specific investment amounts are not provided; terms are unique and company-specific

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to establish strong company foundations, leverage Sequoia’s network, and participate in workshops and mentorship opportunities to drive their company forward.

For more details, visit Sequoia Arc.

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Greylock Edge

• Website: Greylock Edge

• Focus: Company-building program designed for exceptional founders to guide them from inception to IPO and beyond.

• Application Deadlines: Rolling basis; apply anytime.

Who Should Apply:

• Founders at any stage, including those pre-idea, who are dedicated to building significant enterprises.

• Founders who have raised pre-seed or seed funding, and/or have participated in other startup accelerators or incubators.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 3 months.

• Funding Options: Flexible funding ranging from a priced seed round to an uncapped SAFE note, or no capital at all.

• Additional Support: $500K+ in credits with AWS, Google, Microsoft, and more.

Target Ownership:

• Not specified; flexible terms at the founder’s choice.

Notable Investments:

• Palo Alto Networks: Greylock partnered at the very beginning with a $250K seed check. The company went public in 2012 and is now a global cybersecurity leader.

• Workday: Greylock partnered from the start, and the company went public in 2012. Today, Workday is a leading provider of enterprise cloud applications.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to be fully committed to company building, leveraging Greylock's resources, AI Researchers in Residence, hiring and customer services.

• No standard programming or mandatory meetings; founders prioritize idea refinement, customer development, and recruiting.

Additional Benefits:

• Access to Greylock’s resources, including direct access to investors, expertise, and company-building resources.

• In-house recruiting team to help build initial teams of engineers, product managers, and designers.

• Assistance with idea and market selection, problem validation, customer and design partner acquisition, and team building.

For more details, visit Greylock Edge.

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a16z Speedrun

• Website: Speedrun by a16z Games

• Focus: Early-stage accelerator for startups at the intersection of tech and games.

• Application Deadlines: Rolling applications; specific deadlines for each cohort.

Who Should Apply:

• Early-stage startups innovating at the intersection of technology and gaming.

• Companies focusing on AI, infrastructure and tools, consumer platforms, game studios, consumer apps, user-generated content (UGC), AR/VR, and Web3.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 12 weeks.

• Investment Amount: $750K per selected company.

Program Components:

• Capital: $750K investment for each selected company.

• Coaching and Mentorship: Access to industry coaches and mentors.

• Community: A network of ambitious founders and professionals.

• Demo Day: Present to investors and secure further funding opportunities.

• Industry Focus Areas:

  • AI: AI content creation tools, agentic infrastructure, innovative game designs.

  • Infrastructure and Tools: Optimized tools for game developers, asset management, multiplayer infrastructure, live ops services.

  • Consumer Platforms: Platforms for streaming, sharing, and socializing around games.

  • Game Studios: Innovative game studios delivering exceptional experiences.

  • Consumer Apps: Redefining consumer behavior with new ways to learn, create, and connect.

  • User-Generated Content (UGC): Platforms like Roblox and Fortnite, fostering new UGC paradigms.

  • AR/VR: Advancements in AR, VR, and spatial computing.

  • Web3: Decentralized gaming landscape empowering users with blockchain technology.

Target Ownership:

• Not explicitly specified.

Notable Investments:

• 80% of companies from Speedrun’s first cohort secured funding from investors following Demo Day.

Expectations:

• Startups are expected to participate fully in the 12-week program and leverage the resources and mentorship provided to accelerate their growth.

Additional Benefits:

• Network Access: Connect with a16z’s extensive network of investors and industry leaders.

• Technical Support: Guidance on AI, design, infrastructure, marketing, partnerships, and more.

• Follow-up Opportunities: Continued support and resources post-program.

Upcoming Cohorts:

• SR003 Los Angeles: July 29th – October 20th, 2024

• SR004 San Francisco: H1 2025

For more details, visit Speedrun by a16z Games.

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South Park Commons (SPC)

• Website: South Park Commons

• Focus: Helping technologists, builders, and domain-experts figure out what to work on next and build venture-scale companies.

• Application Deadlines: Rolling basis; specific deadlines for the Founder Fellowship (e.g., Fall 2024 applications close August 9th).

• Industry Focus: Various sectors with an emphasis on early-stage ideation and exploration.

Who Should Apply:

• Community Membership: Technologists and domain experts exploring new ideas and building relationships. Ideal for those not ready for funding.

• Founder Fellowship: Founders committed to starting a venture-scale company, typically with an early team and a high-conviction idea.

Duration and Terms:

• Community Membership: Up to 6 months of exploration and learning, with no membership fee.

• Founder Fellowship: No set deadlines or demo days, up to $1M investment ($400K for 7% equity via SAFE, plus $600K guaranteed in the next venture round).

Target Ownership:

• 7% equity via SAFE for Founder Fellowship.

Notable Investments:

• Pilot: The first SPC unicorn, founded by Waseem and Jeff, valued over $1B.

• Render: Founded by Anurag Goel, raised $26.75M.

• Unit21: Founded by Trisha and Clarence, raised $47M.

• Anthropic: AI safety and research company founded by Tom, former Google Brain and OpenAI engineer.

• Orb: Founded by Alvaro and Kshitij, transforming the internet’s billing processes.

• Code for Democracy: Founded by Kathy, provides tools for journalists and researchers.

Investment Amount:

• Community Membership: No direct investment.

• Founder Fellowship: $400K for 7% equity, plus $600K guaranteed in the next round.

Expectations:

• Community Members: Expected to be present, work out of SPC spaces 3+ times per week, and actively engage with other members.

• Founder Fellows: Receive partner mentorship, support in ideation, product development, customer acquisition, and fundraising.

Additional Benefits:

• Access to a network of peers, mentors, and industry experts.

• Lifetime membership for funded founders, with ongoing support and access to SPC resources.

For more details, visit South Park Commons.

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PearX 

• Website: PearX - Pear VC

• Focus: Early-stage accelerator program designed to produce the highest chance of startup success through a small batch, elite 14-week program.

• Application Deadlines: Rolling application process.

Who Should Apply:

• Founders starting a company, including solo founders.

• Companies that have not raised any money prior to PearX, or have raised up to $2M.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 14 weeks.

• Investment Amount: $250K to $2M.

• Equity: Varies depending on the stage of the company.

Program Components:

• Capital: Investment amounts range from $250K to $2M.

• Founder to Founder: Work 1:1 with a partner who has experience in your industry.

• Community: Join a community of like-minded founders with access to PearX alumni.

• Access to Pear Studio: Free access to a state-of-the-art office space for the first 12 months.

• Sales Motion: Assistance in building a scalable sales strategy.

• Recruiting: Help in finding critical hires, including co-founders or founding engineers.

• Fundraising: Guidance in raising additional capital, including perfecting the pitch and connecting with investors.

• Perks: Access to various credits and discounts from Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google for Startups, Open AI, Gusto, and more.

Target Ownership:

• Not explicitly specified; terms vary by company.

Notable Investments:

• Doordash: Co-founded by Stan Tang, PearX Co-Founder & CPO.

• Fable: Founded by Padmasree Warrior, former CTO of Cisco.

• Freshworks: President Dennis Woodside, former President of Impossible Foods.

• Gusto: Co-founded by Tomer London.

• Cloudflare: Co-founded by Matthew Prince.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to relocate to the SF Bay Area for the duration of the program.

• Participate in weekly check-ins, speaker events, and mentoring sessions.

Additional Benefits:

• Camp Pear: 3-day immersive retreat for founders to kick off the cohort.

• Dedicated Support: Hands-on support from at least two partners and access to the Pear partnership team.

For more details, visit PearX - Pear VC.

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Gold House Ventures Accelerator

• Website: Gold House Ventures Accelerator

• Focus: Supporting and empowering industry-changing Asian and Pacific Islander (API) entrepreneurs through an intensive accelerator program.

• Application Deadlines: Currently closed for Spring 2024 cohort; recruiting for Fall 2024 starts in August.

Who Should Apply:

• Companies with at least one principal founder identifying as Asian and/or Pacific Islander.

• Tech-enabled consumer, enterprise, fintech, healthcare, and e-commerce businesses.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 10 weeks.

• Investment Amount: $250,000 in seed funding via SAFE for 6% equity.

• Equity: 6% post-money SAFE.

Program Components:

• Funding: $250K investment up front with guidelines around Gold House Ventures' right to invest in future financing rounds.

• Masterclasses and Workshops: Led by industry experts on various topics such as branding, fundraising, product development, and leadership.

• 1:1 Advising: Weekly or bi-weekly meetings with a dedicated advisor and office hours with subject matter experts.

• Community: Tight-knit community of API founders, networking opportunities, and in-person founder showcases.

• Demo Day: Virtual demo day and an opportunity to showcase products and services in-person to investors and the Gold House network.

Target Ownership:

• 6% equity.

Past Successes:

• MedSetGo: Tech-enabled mobile care convener improving access and reducing costs in healthcare.

• NoxuData: App empowering business teams to analyze data conversationally.

• Ruck: "DoorDash" for construction materials.

• Scarlet AI: Revolutionizing quality auditing in manufacturing with AI.

Expectations:

• Founders must commit full-time to their ventures by the start of the program.

• Active participation in the majority of sessions and networking opportunities is required.

• Engagement with advisors and other founders in the cohort is essential for building the community.

Additional Benefits:

• Access to a lifelong membership community through Gold House Futures.

• Regular deep dive sessions to enhance the ability to build, scale, and fundraise.

• Networking and community-building opportunities throughout the program.

For more details, visitGold House Ventures Accelerator.

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OpenAI Converge

• Website: OpenAI Converge

Program Overview:

• Focus: Supporting AI-driven startups to transform industries and create new markets.

• Program Duration: 6 weeks.

• Investment Amount: $1 million equity investment per selected company.

• Location: Hybrid program with in-person sessions in San Francisco.

Application Deadlines:

• Converge 2 Application Deadline: Friday, January 26, 2024, at 11:59 PM Pacific.

• Program Dates: March 11, 2024, to April 19, 2024.

Who Should Apply:

• Founders at all stages, including pre-idea solo founders and co-founding teams.

• Exceptional engineers, designers, researchers, and product builders using AI.

• Founders from all backgrounds and experience levels, including those new to AI.

Program Components:

• Investment: $1 million equity investment from the OpenAI Startup Fund.

• Access: Early access to OpenAI models and tailored programming.

• Mentorship: Tech talks, office hours, and social events with leading practitioners.

• Community: Join a network of fellow AI-driven startups and innovators.

• In-Person Sessions: The first and last weeks in San Francisco; travel costs covered.

Expectations:

• Participants are expected to engage in tech talks, office hours, and social events.

• Approximately 4–6 hours per week commitment.

• Final week attendance in San Francisco is strongly recommended.

Additional Benefits:

• Workshops: Focused on navigating challenges and opportunities in AI.

• Networking: Opportunities to connect with industry leaders and investors.

• Community Support: Access to a community of like-minded founders and innovators.

For more details, visit OpenAI Converge.

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Afore Residency

• Website: Afore VC Residency

• Focus: Helping ambitious founders at the early stage of their startup journey, from idea to conviction.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process with the next residency kicking off in Summer 2024.

Who Should Apply:

• Full-time founders, part-time tinkerers, or students.

• Individuals who are self-motivated and focused on iterating with users to gain traction.

• Both solo founders and teams; assistance available to find a co-founder.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: Approximately 10 weeks.

• Investment Amount: At least $100,000, with flexibility to provide more capital as needed.

Program Components:

• Funding: At least $100K investment to support early-stage development.

• Mentorship: Bespoke 1:1 support focused on accelerating to product-market fit (PMF).

• Network Access: Afore Hive provides access to over 10,000 prospective customers and design partners.

• Community: A selective, curated group of 5 to 8 Founders-in-Residence (FIRs) per cohort.

• Office Space: Available in South Park, San Francisco.

Target Ownership:

• Not explicitly specified; flexible terms based on the company's needs.

Past Successes:

• Openmart: Accelerated MVP development through daily collaboration with Afore's office.

• Vec-Flow: Gained clarity and momentum through mentorship and community support.

• PromptArmor: Benefited from customer and advisor introductions to get off the ground.

• Milk AI: Generated momentum and accountability in the early stages.

• Goldcast: Landed a partnership with Moderna, significantly boosting early growth.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to participate in weekly demos, share progress, seek feedback, and engage with mentors.

• Active participation in in-person sessions in San Francisco is encouraged, though remote applications are also welcome.

Additional Benefits:

• Curriculum: Tailored programming including fireside chats, whiteboarding sessions, pitch practice, and more.

• Alumni Network: Learn from successful founders who have gone through the -1 to 0 stage.

• Flexible Capital: Designed to fuel early-stage company growth.

For more details, visit Afore VC Residency.

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NVIDIA Inception

• Website: NVIDIA Inception

• Focus: Helping tech startups evolve faster with cutting-edge technology, venture capitalist connections, and technical resources.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process.

Who Should Apply:

• Tech startups at any funding stage, including those in AI and deep learning, data science, HPC, networking, graphics, AR/VR, and gaming.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: Not explicitly specified; ongoing support.

• Investment Amount: Program membership is free; no equity requirements.

Target Ownership:

• Not applicable.

Notable Investments:

• Successful member stories include:

  • Dotlumen: Assistive technology for the visually impaired.

  • Union.ai: AI-enabled medical devices transforming healthcare.

  • HEAVY.AI: Generative AI solutions across diverse use cases.

Expectations:

• Members are expected to engage with NVIDIA’s resources and update their profiles every six months to remain eligible for benefits.

Additional Benefits:

• Expertise:

  • Startup portal access for all team members.

  • Free credits for self-paced courses through the NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute.

  • Discounted technical workshops.

  • Unlimited access to NVIDIA Developer Forums.

• Technology:

  • Preferred pricing on select hardware and software products.

  • Cloud credits through NVIDIA partners.

  • Monthly NVIDIA Inception newsletter.

• Venture Capital:

  • Select members can connect with investors through Inception Capital Connect.

• Awareness:

  • Access to exclusive NVIDIA Inception events.

Application Process:

• Submit your corporate email to start the application.

• Provide company information such as technology platforms, funding history, and company logo.

• Allow up to two weeks for NVIDIA to review your submission.

Minimum Requirements:

• Contact information for at least one developer and one business executive.

• A functional company website.

• The company must be incorporated and less than 10 years old.

Ineligible Businesses:

• Consulting and outsourced development firms.

• Companies associated with cryptocurrency.

• Cloud service providers.

• Resellers and distributors.

• Public companies.

For more details, visit NVIDIA Inception.

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Conviction Embed

• Website: Conviction Embed

• Focus: Supporting AI-native "Software 3.0" startups, helping them become significant companies by leveraging AI models to create transformative end-user products.

• Application Deadlines: Applications for the 3rd cohort are due by August 23rd. Rolling admissions over two months.

Who Should Apply:

• Early-stage startups focused on AI-native products.

• Founders at various stages, including those just getting started or without a co-founder.

• Technical teams with strong engineering, research, or domain expertise.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: Not explicitly specified; involves in-person retreat and investor demo day.

• Investment Amount: $150K investment via uncapped, no-discount MFN SAFE, or as part of a current fundraising round.

• Additional Support: $350K in Azure credits and $250K+ in other compute/inference/hosting credits from partners like OpenAI, Anthropic, Baseten, Pinecone, Vercel, and Weights & Biases.

Program Components:

• Community: Small cohorts (10-12 companies) to foster strong community and shared learning.

• Advisors and Mentors: Access to industry leaders such as Ivan Zhao (Notion), Henrique Duburugas (Brex), Anu Bharadwaj (Atlassian), Claire Hughes Johnson (Stripe), Amjad Masad (Replit), Kaz Nejatian (Shopify), and others.

• Events: Required in-person retreat in San Francisco (September 20th-22nd) and an angel & VC investor demo day (November 13-14th).

Target Ownership:

• Uncapped, no-discount MFN SAFE.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to participate in in-person events and actively engage in the community.

• Work closely with mentors and peers to leverage AI technology effectively.

Additional Benefits:

• Early access to Mistral models.

• Opportunities to connect with potential co-founders and technical experts.

• Support for hiring, fundraising, and company building.

Notable Investments:

• Companies such as Cognition, Physical Intelligence, and Pika Labs have been part of previous cohorts.

For more details, visit Conviction Embed.

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Neo

• Website: Neo Accelerator

• Focus: Supporting technical teams and solo founders in building epochal companies through mentorship, community, funding, and AI resources.

• Application Deadlines: The 2024 deadline has passed.

Who Should Apply:

• Technical teams and solo founders building innovative tech startups.

• Startups at any stage, including those without co-founders.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 3 months.

• Investment Amount: $600K for 1.5% plus an uncapped SAFE with a $10M Floor valuation.

• Equity: 1.5% in common stock.

Program Components:

• Residential Bootcamp: First month spent in Colorado for intensive work and networking.

• Mentorship: Access to world-class mentors, including founders and operators from leading tech companies.

• Community: Join a cohort of 20 startups and build lasting relationships with other founders and mentors.

• AI Support: Special access, dedicated mentors, GPUs, and $350K+ in credits from Microsoft and OpenAI.

• Hiring Support: Access to Neo’s recruiting platform to hire star engineers.

• Demo Day: Culminates in a pitch event to top VCs, tech veterans, engineers, and the Neo community.

Target Ownership:

• 1.5% in common stock.

• Uncapped SAFE with a $10M Floor valuation.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to engage actively in the residential bootcamp, community events, and mentorship sessions.

• Participate in Demo Day and other program activities.

Additional Benefits:

• Mentorship: Primary mentors and domain experts provide guidance and 1:1 office hours.

• Funding: Potential upfront investment by industry leaders.

• Tech Support: Priority access to high-end GPU virtual machine clusters and additional benefits from Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub.

Notable Investments:

• Neo has backed startups that have gone on to raise from top VC funds like A16z, Khosla, Sequoia, and Thrive.

For more details, visit Neo Accelerator.

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MuckerLab

• Website: MuckerLab Accelerator

• Focus: Providing capital and support for startups outside Silicon Valley through a bespoke, hands-on approach to company building.

• Application Deadlines: Rolling basis; apply anytime. Specific deadlines for 2024 are listed below.

Who Should Apply:

• Startups at the earliest stages, including pre-seed companies.

• Companies going through major inflection points, such as strategy reboot or spin-offs.

• Startups looking for institutional capital and support to achieve product-market fit.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: No set duration nor start date. The program starts when founders are ready and ends when the company has found the initial formula for success. The average MuckerLab company works with MuckerLab for roughly 12 months, but the duration can range from as short as 3 months to as long as 24 months depending on the needs and progress of the company.

• Graduation Criteria: Companies “graduate” from MuckerLab when they have achieved mutually agreed upon business, customer, and financing milestones.

• Investment Amount: The average MuckerLab portfolio company is typically raising $250K to $500K in funding either before or while starting the program, some as much as $1M.

• Equity: Not explicitly specified; tailored to each company’s needs.

Application Details for 2024:

• Application Deadlines for 2024:

  • Spring: Friday, February 2 by 11:59 PM PST

  • Summer: Friday, April 26 by 11:59 PM PDT

  • Fall: Friday, August 16 by 11:59 PM PDT

  • Winter: Friday, November 8 by 11:59 PM PST

Program Components:

• Hands-On Support: MuckerLab acts as adjunct operating executives, deeply embedding themselves in the company.

• No Bootcamps or Demo Days: Focus is on sustained company building rather than short-term acceleration.

• New Venture: Invests at the pre-seed stage to help validate and iterate on core business concepts.

• Strategy Reboot: Helps existing businesses revamp strategies and focus on accelerating revenue growth.

• Spin-Off: Works with companies to spin off non-core divisions into independent new ventures.

Target Ownership:

• Varies; tailored based on the startup’s specific requirements and stage.

Notable Investments:

• Companies have raised additional capital from top investors like Accel Partners, Sequoia Capital, Andreessen Horowitz, and more.

• Highly successful alumni network with companies achieving significant milestones post-acceleration.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to engage deeply with MuckerLab’s team and resources.

• Focus on achieving key operating milestones required for the next round of financing.

Additional Benefits:

• Mentorship: Access to 300+ mentors, including top entrepreneurs and executives from Silicon Valley and beyond.

• Network: Connections with leading investors and industry experts.

• Bespoke Approach: Customized support and guidance, with no fixed timelines or one-size-fits-all solutions.

Key Consideration:

• The most important question for entrepreneurs is whether they believe MuckerLab can help accelerate the growth of their businesses, operating metrics, and fundraising—thus making the company significantly more valuable after the program.

For more details, visit MuckerLab Accelerator.

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Startupbootcamp

• Website: Startupbootcamp

• Focus: Global network of industry-focused accelerators providing mentorship, funding, and resources to early-stage companies across various industries.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process; specific deadlines depend on the program.

Who Should Apply:

• Early-stage tech startups and companies from various industries looking for mentorship, funding, and networking opportunities.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 3 months.

• Investment Amount: Varies by accelerator, typically includes funding and partner discounts.

• Equity: Varies; specific terms depend on the accelerator program.

Program Components:

• Mentorship: Access to industry experts and experienced entrepreneurs.

• Global Network: Connections with investors, partners, and mentors relevant to each industry.

• Office Space: Coworking space provided during the accelerator in the city where the program is held.

• Events: Impact Day, Investor Week, Mentor Week, and Demo Day.

• Ongoing Support: Lifelong access to the Startupbootcamp network and resources post-accelerator.

Target Ownership:

• Varies by program; typically involves equity exchange for funding and support.

Notable Investments:

• Over 1,600 startups accelerated.

• Notable alumni include:

  • Kuda: Fintech company providing financial services for Africans.

  • Relayr: IoT solutions for digital transformation, acquired by Munich Re.

  • SendCloud: Europe's leading shipping tool for online stores.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to actively participate in program activities, mentorship sessions, and networking events.

• Prepare for and present at Demo Day to investors and industry experts.

Additional Benefits:

• Global Expansion: Resources and support for international growth.

• Networking Opportunities: Access to a wide network of investors, mentors, and industry partners.

• Customized Curriculum: Tailored to the needs of each startup and industry focus.

For more details, visit Startupbootcamp.

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MassChallenge

• Website: MassChallenge

• Focus: Supporting early-stage startups across all industries with a mission to equip bold entrepreneurs to disrupt the status quo and create meaningful change.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process with specific deadlines for each program.

Who Should Apply:

• Early-stage startups with less than $1M in equity-based funding and less than $2M in annual revenue for early-stage accelerators.

• Industry-focused startups (e.g., HealthTech, FinTech) with less than $10M in equity-based funding and less than $10M in annual revenue.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 3-4 months, depending on the specific program.

• Investment Amount: Zero equity taken; cash awards and in-kind prizes available through competitions.

• Fee: No application or participation fees.

Program Components:

• Mentorship: Access to top industry experts and mentors.

• Resources: Over $1M worth of resources, including specialized resources for AI and medical verticals.

• Networking: Opportunities to connect with corporate partners, investors, and a global network.

• Demo Day: Present products to investors and media.

• Community: Part of a global network supporting startups in various sectors.

Target Ownership:

• Zero equity taken.

Past Successes:

• Healium: Gained a remarkable network of advisors, mentors, new board members, and introductions to sales channels.

• MassMutual Collaboration: Identified creative and talented people to create a team of focused, innovative thinkers.

Investment Amount:

• Cash awards and in-kind prizes are available through competitions; no upfront investment.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to engage actively in the program, attend virtual and in-person events, and leverage the resources and mentorship provided.

Additional Benefits:

• Residency Program: Provides free office space in Austin, Boston, Houston, Dallas, and Providence.

• Market Access Program: Helps founders build their network with key stakeholders across the US.

• Global Reach: Programs available in Boston, Israel, Switzerland, Mexico, and Texas, providing a global network and resources.

For more details, visit MassChallenge.

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HF0 

• Website: HF0

• Focus: AI residency program for repeat founders and early-stage companies with significant traction.

Who Should Apply:

• Repeat founders with a strong technical background.

• Early-stage companies showing significant traction.

• Prolific hackers and technical people.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 3 months.

• Investment Amount: $500K per company.

• Location: Residency in a mansion in San Francisco.

Application Deadlines:

• Continuous application process with early application deadlines for specific batches. The next early application deadline is soon.

Program Components:

• Capital: $500K investment.

• Residency: Live and work with other world-class developers in a dedicated space.

• Mentorship: Access to a curated set of industry coaches and mentors.

• Community: Close-knit community of ambitious founders and developers.

• Demo Day: Opportunity to pitch to investors and secure further funding.

Target Ownership:

• 3%

Investments:

• Highly Selective: Only 10 teams accepted out of 2500 applicants in the last batch.

• Funding Success: 80% of companies from the first cohort secured funding from investors following Demo Day.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to fully commit to their startups, leverage the resources provided, and participate actively in the residency program.

Additional Benefits:

• Hacker Monastery: Intense focus on building startups with a supportive community.

• Startup Culture: Emphasis on creating a remarkable hacking experience and culture.

• Networking: Opportunities to connect with industry leaders and potential investors.

For more details, visit HF0.

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Antler

• Website: Antler

Global Presence:

• Operates in 27 cities across six continents, including Austin, New York, London, Berlin, Stockholm, Bangalore, Jakarta, Singapore, Seoul, Tokyo, and Sydney.

Focus:

• Enabling exceptional founders to build startups from scratch with a strong emphasis on execution, innovation, and impactful solutions.

Application Deadlines:

• Continuous application process with cohorts starting in October 2024.

Industry Focus:

• Industry agnostic, supporting technology startups across various sectors.

Stages:

• Pre-seed, seed, and early-stage startups.

Who Should Apply:

• Individuals or teams ready to start a new venture, find co-founders, validate their business ideas, and launch a startup.

• Founders with a proven track record of execution and a strong drive to change the world.

• Existing companies with established teams seeking additional funding and support.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: Varies by location and program; typically 8 weeks for the US Residency program.

• Check Size: $200,000 via SAFE for 8% equity; $250,000 at a $2.75M post-money valuation (9.09% ownership) for the US program.

• Founder Grant: $2,500 grant for living expenses for those relocating for the residency.

Program Components:

1. Residency (Phase 1):

   • Find co-founders, validate ideas, and build a business.

   • Hand-selected 80 founders per location from over 7,000 applications.

   • Opportunity to pitch to Antler's Investment Committee at week eight.

2. Build and Fundraising Sprint (Phase 2):

   • For funded teams: focus on finding product-market fit, building the team, and raising a seed round.

   • Regular coaching and hands-on support leading up to the Investor Showcase.

Target Ownership:

• 8% equity in exchange for $200,000 investment (general terms).

• 9.09% equity through a SAFE for the US program.

Notable Investments:

• Vero Technologies: Inventory financing platform for independent auto dealerships.

• PowerX: IoT devices for tracking home energy usage and providing enterprise SaaS solutions.

• Marco Capital: Provides working capital to LatAm SME exporters.

• Break Sports: Access to group-based tennis activities.

• Frich: Platform to help users save money.

• Stairs Financial: Helps users afford homes by automatically applying for government grants and loans.

• Fanfix: Monetizes social media following with exclusive content.

• Cedar: Focused on urban infill development.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to fully commit to building their startup, participate actively in the program, and leverage the Antler community and resources.

• Participation in in-person sessions in Austin, Boulder, or New York City is required.

Additional Benefits:

• Pre-Seed Funding: Early investment decisions made based on the merits of founders in action.

• Dedicated Follow-On Reserves: Continued support and investment opportunities post-residency.

• Infrastructure Support: Comprehensive resources to help founders during the critical first six months of building a startup.

• Antler Academy: Free online platform for new entrepreneurs.

• Antler Elevate: For existing companies seeking to scale with additional support and funding.

For more details, visit Antler.

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Alchemist

• Website: Alchemist Accelerator

• Focus: Accelerating the development of early-stage ventures that monetize from enterprises.

• Application Deadlines:

  • Alchemist Accelerator: August 16th, 2024

  • Alchemist Japan: July 29th, 2024

• Industry Focus: Enterprises-focused ventures

• Stages: Early-stage startups (pre-seed/seed stage)

• Who Should Apply: Startups focused on enterprise solutions, including software, hardware, IT services, and more.

Duration and Terms:

• 6-month accelerator program for early-stage ventures

• Funding, mentorship, resources provided

• Exclusive 6-month program. Class limited to 25 teams.

• Typically offers $25k in funding to 25 teams per class.

• Average ask is 5.0% of equity, but adjustable for later-stage companies.

Target Ownership: Varies; not specified

Notable Investments:

• Accelerated 650+ startups

• 50%+ funded post-program

• $3.9B+ total funding raised

Notable Investments:

• Billo: User-generated video platform for custom Facebook Video Ads.

• Switch Automation: Enterprise operations platform for building portfolios.

• Launch Darkly: Modern product management platform.

• Privacera: Unified security, privacy, and governance across cloud data services.

• MoEngage: Customer engagement platform for marketers and product owners.

• Rigetti Quantum Computing: Commercial quantum supercomputing systems.

• Foresight Mental Health: Technology-driven mental healthcare solutions.

Investment Amount: Typically $25k; specific investment amounts not directly provided on the website.

Expectations: Startups are expected to develop enterprise monetization strategies, leverage the mentor network, and aim for significant growth and funding post-graduation.

For more details, visit Alchemist Accelerator website.

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HearstLab

• Website: HearstLab

• Focus: Providing cash investments and services to early-stage, women-led startups innovating across fintech, data analytics, health, transportation, enterprise technology, and media.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process.

• Industry Focus:

  • Enterprise Technology

  • Data and Analytics

  • FinTech

  • Healthcare

  • Media

  • Transportation

• Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, and Series A-stage companies

Who Should Apply:

• Women-led startups with a female founder as a decision maker with a majority of founder equity.

• Tech-enabled, primarily B2B and B2B2C SaaS business models with a working MVP or initial product and early market validation.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: Not explicitly specified, but provides ongoing support.

• Check Size: Typically $500K to $2 million.

• Founder-first, long-term support beyond just capital.

• Hands-on support across business development, data and operations, finance, fundraising, legal, marketing, engineering, and product.

• Access to office space around the world, including the headquarters at Hearst Tower in NYC.

• Participation in a community of over 60 female founders with mentorship and exclusive seminars.

Target Ownership:

• Varies; not specified

Notable Investments:

• Invested in over 70 women-led startups

• $2.4B aggregate portfolio valuation

Notable Investments:

• Narratize: Closed $2M Seed Round to accelerate innovation through storytelling.

• SupportPay: Raised $3.1M to deliver a unique employee benefit for parents, family members, and caregivers.

Investment Amount:

• Typically $500K to $2 million

Expectations:

• Startups are expected to leverage the Hearst network, develop sustainable and scalable business models, and aim for significant growth and market impact.

For more details, visit HearstLab.

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Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator (ERA)

• Website: Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator

• Focus: Early-stage fund and technology accelerator located in New York City.

• Application Deadlines: Two programs per year; specific deadlines not provided.

• Industry Focus: Technology and innovation across various sectors.

• Stages: Early-stage startups (pre-seed/seed stage)

Who Should Apply:

• Startups seeking mentorship, funding, and support to grow and scale their businesses.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 4 months

• Initial Investment: $150K on a 6% post-money SAFE

• Follow-on Funding: Potential for additional investment

Target Ownership:

• Typically 6% post-money SAFE

Notable Investments:

• Over 330 alumni companies

• $2B+ raised in funding

• $10B+ in market cap

• Notable companies include:

  • Chicory: Recipe network and shoppable recipe technology.

  • Goalsetter: Financial education platform.

  • Triplemint: Real estate technology company.

  • SeamlessDocs: Digital government forms and e-signature solutions.

  • Trendalytics: Predictive analytics platform for fashion and retail.

  • Bespoke Post: Subscription box service for men.

  • Glia: Customer service software.

  • Scentbird: Subscription service for perfumes.

  • TripleLift: Native advertising technology.

Investment Amount:

• Initial investment of $150K

• Potential for follow-on funding

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to leverage ERA’s network, participate in the program’s workshops and mentorship opportunities, and aim for significant growth and market impact.

For more details, visit Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator.

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SOSV

• Website: SOSV

• Focus: Global venture capital firm offering multi-stage investment starting with pre-seed startup development programs for founders with breakthrough technologies.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process.

• Industry Focus: Deep tech for human and planetary health, including biotech, hardware, foodtech, and climate tech.

• Stages: Pre-seed and seed-stage startups

Who Should Apply:

• Founders with breakthrough technologies focused on human and planetary health, including biotech, hardware, foodtech, and climate tech.

Duration and Terms:

• Programs:

  • HAX: Focused on hardware startups

  • IndieBio: Focused on biotech startups

• Program Duration: Not specified; ongoing support through lab and office space

• Check Size: Pre-seed investments range from $250,000 to $525,000

Target Ownership:

• Varies; not specified

Notable Investments:

• Over 225 HAX and IndieBio graduates from 2020-2023

• $4.02B raised post-program from 2020-2023

• Notable companies include:

  • NotCo: Plant-based food company leveraging AI

  • Novoloop: Plastics upcycling company

  • Prolific Machines: Focused on affordable cultured meat

  • OpenTrons: Open-source laboratory robots

  • Upside Foods: Cultivated meat production

  • Cradlewise: Smart cribs for better sleep

  • Smartex: Eliminating textile defects

  • RxAll: Detecting counterfeit prescription drugs

Investment Amount:

• Pre-seed investments range from $250,000 to $525,000

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to leverage SOSV’s lab and office space, participate in the development programs, and aim for significant growth and market impact.

For more details, visit SOSV.

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AngelPad

• Website: AngelPad

• Focus: Seed-stage accelerator program based in NYC and San Francisco.

• Application Deadlines: Two cohorts per year; specific deadlines not provided.

• Industry Focus: Diverse tech verticals including SaaS, Marketplaces, Core Technology, Advertising, API, Mobile, Healthcare, AI, Data, B2B, B2C, Drones.

• Stages: Seed-stage startups

Who Should Apply:

• Founders with innovative ideas tackling big problems in big markets, aiming to build significant companies.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 3 months

• Initial Investment: $150K on a 6% post-money SAFE

Target Ownership:

• Typically 6% post-money SAFE

Notable Investments:

• Over 150 companies launched

• $2.2B total funds raised

• $14M average funding per company

• Notable companies include:

  • Postmates: Acquired by Uber Eats for $2.65 billion.

  • Pipedrive: Acquired by Vista Partners for $1.5 billion in 2020.

  • Vungle: Acquired by Blackstone for $750 million in 2019.

  • Iterable: Valued over $2 billion in 2021.

  • Zum: Raised $71 million from Sequoia, Spark Capital, and others.

Investment Amount:

• Initial investment of $150K

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to work closely with AngelPad in their offices, participate in intensive mentorship, and prepare for product-market fit and investor meetings.

For more details, visit AngelPad.

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Entrepreneur First (EF)

• Website: Entrepreneur First

• Focus: Investing in exceptional individuals to build startups from scratch.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process with specific deadlines for different programs and locations.

  • London Core: Starts September 2024, apply by August 1, 2024 (July 1, 2024, if requiring a visa)

  • Paris Core: Starts September 2024, apply by July 31, 2024

  • USA Winter: Starts January 2025, apply by date to be announced

  • Other programs have ongoing application periods, with specific start dates announced as they approach.

• Industry Focus: Various industries with a strong emphasis on innovation and globally impactful companies.

• Stages: Pre-formation to early-stage startups.

Who Should Apply:

• Graduate Program: For students, recent graduates, and individuals with less than two years of professional experience.

• Core Program: For early career professionals, academics, and PhD graduates with two or more years of experience.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: Full-time, typically around 6 months.

• Investment: EF provides initial funding to form teams and build startups.

Target Ownership:

• Varies; not specified.

Notable Investments:

• Successful alumni across various sectors who have built impactful companies.

• Notable companies include:

  • Tractable: AI for accident and disaster recovery.

  • Aztec: Privacy layer for web3.

  • Sonantic: Building the world's most expressive and realistic artificial voices.

  • Magdrive: Next-generation satellite propulsion.

  • Neptune: Robotic cleaning for the shipping industry.

  • GenoMines: Efficient plant-based mining.

Investment Amount:

• Not specified; EF provides initial funding to start and grow companies.

Expectations:

• Participants are expected to commit full-time to the program and relocate to one of EF’s hub cities.

• EF programs are designed to help participants find co-founders and build startups from scratch, with a focus on collaboration and rapid iteration.

• Participants will work closely with Talent Investors and advisors to maximize their chances of success.

For more details, visit Entrepreneur First.

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Forum Ventures Accelerator

• Website: Forum Ventures

• Focus: Helping early-stage B2B SaaS companies grow from zero to sustainable with capital, expert guidance, and a supportive community.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process.

• Industry Focus: Early-stage B2B SaaS companies in various verticals including Vertical AI, AI Agents, healthtech, fintech, supply chain, and Future of Work.

Who Should Apply:

• Founders with a strong founder-market fit, passion, drive, and coachability.

• Companies with an MVP built out, a large Total Addressable Market (TAM), and who have taken on less than $500K in funding.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: Not explicitly specified; customized based on startup needs.

• Investment: $100K USD for 7.5% equity on a standard, post-money SAFE.

Target Ownership:

• 7.5% post-money SAFE

Notable Investments:

• Forum Ventures has helped portfolio companies raise over $1B+ in follow-on funding.

• Notable companies include:

  • People Data Labs: Grew to $850K ARR post-program and closed a seed round.

  • Blindnet: From product ideation to MVP launch, leading to fundraising success.

  • Theme Labs: Improved product-market fit and go-to-market strategy.

  • Wally: Chose Forum Ventures over another respected accelerator.

  • Vergo: Critical support in raising a seed round.

  • Credit Mountain: Provided significant support toward the seed round.

Investment Amount:

• $100K USD

Expectations:

• Participants are expected to work closely with dedicated Managing Directors, receive step-by-step guidance, and access to a network of mentors, advisors, and potential customers.

• Program includes customer introductions, fundraising support, and operational resources.

Additional Benefits:

• Access to a community of founders, operational resources, and over $100K in business perks from platforms like Google, AWS, Brex, Hubspot, Stripe, and more.

• Remote program with office spaces in New York City and Toronto.

For more details, visit Forum Ventures.

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XRC Ventures

• Website: XRC Ventures

• Focus: Accelerating and investing in the next generation of disruptors in retail technology, consumer healthtech, and consumer goods sectors.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process.

Who Should Apply:

• Early-stage startups in retail technology, consumer healthtech, and consumer goods sectors positioned to create significant change.

Duration and Terms:

• Accelerator Program: Focuses on pre-seed companies.

• Investment Amount: $100K investment per company.

Target Ownership:

• Not explicitly specified.

Notable Investments:

• Successful companies in their portfolio include those that have created significant impacts in the retail and consumer goods sectors.

Expectations:

• Startups are expected to develop solid business plans, receive operational support, and leverage a prestigious network of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders.

Additional Benefits:

• Access to mentoring, operational support, and a network of 200 mentors and advisors.

• Startups graduate from the program with a solid business plan and a valuable network.

For more details, visit XRC Ventures.

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Founders Factory

• Website: Founders Factory

• Focus: Venture building and early-stage investing across multiple sectors, combining investment with operational support from a team of experts and corporate partners.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process.

Who Should Apply:

• Early-stage startups looking for capital, operational support, and strategic partnerships.

• Companies with innovative solutions in sectors such as fintech, climate, health, deep tech, media & telecoms.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 6 months.

• Investment Amount: Typically 5-7% equity in exchange for capital and intensive support.

• Programs Offered:

  • Fintech: Aviva & Founders Factory Fintech Investment Program

  • Climate: Rio Tinto Mining Tech, WA Nature Tech, and Blue Action Accelerator Investment Programs

  • Health: Health-focused accelerator programs

  • Deep Tech: Rio Tinto Mining Tech

  • Media & Telecoms: Fastweb, Pico, and Founders Factory Investment Programs

Target Ownership:

• 5-7% equity

Notable Investments:

• Storyblok: Series C

• Monolith AI: Series A

• Perlego: Series B

• Scan.com: Series A

• Dronamics: Series B

• Over 300 startups accelerated, raising $1bn+ in follow-on funding.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to work closely with Founders Factory’s team, leverage corporate partnerships, and aim for significant growth and funding post-program.

Additional Benefits:

• Operational support in mission-critical areas such as product-market fit, fundraising, team building, and growth.

• Access to a global network of investors, entrepreneurs, and corporate partners.

• Opportunities to pitch at flagship investor days and receive warm introductions to top-tier funds.

For more details, visit Founders Factory

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Amplify.LA

• Website: Amplify.LA

• Focus: Helping passionate technology entrepreneurs grow their startups into strong, scalable, and successful companies.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process.

Who Should Apply:

• Early-stage tech startups looking for funding and guidance to grow their businesses.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: Not explicitly specified.

• Investment Amount: $50,000 – $150,000 in seed funding.

Target Ownership:

• 5% – 15%

Notable Investments:

• CarPay: Payment platform and secondary loan marketplace for auto dealerships.

• Upwards: Technology-driven care solutions company for affordable, high-quality childcare.

• Penelope: Retirement platform for small businesses and entrepreneurs.

• FloQast: Automates accounting workflows for enterprise teams.

Portfolio Companies:

• Altitude AI: AI, computer vision, and force sensing for industrial robots.

• Abstract: All-in-one workspace for government affairs.

• Figma: Leading collaborative design tool for building meaningful products.

• Flex: Sustainable period products that prioritize comfort.

• Gem: API ecosystem for fiat-to-crypto on-ramps.

• HelloTech: Tech support for consumers and enterprises.

Expectations:

• Startups are expected to leverage Amplify's network of mentors, operators, and strategic partners.

• Engage in product development, business strategy, and scaling efforts.

Additional Benefits:

• Access to a family of supportive founders and operators.

• Guidance from experienced mentors across various industries.

• Strategic partnerships and introductions to potential investors.

Team:

• Paul Bricault: Managing Partner

• Oded Noy: Managing Partner

• Olivia Pittard: Associate

• Connor Sundberg: Principal

• Katie Dean: Director of Operations

• Josh Payne: Venture Partner

• Tom McInerney: Venture Partner

For more details, visit Amplify.LA.

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Dreamit Ventures

• Website: Dreamit Ventures

• Focus: Venture fund and growth-focused accelerator program specializing in Securetech and Healthtech startups that are ready to scale.

• Application Deadlines: 

  • Customer Sprints: Four times per year (January, April, July, October)

  • Investor Sprints: Three times per year (February, June, November). Check Dreamit Ventures for updates.

Who Should Apply:

• Startups with revenue or pilots that are ready to scale.

• Focused on Securetech (cybersecurity, anti-fraud, risk & compliance, physical security) and Healthtech.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: Customer Sprints occur four times per year (January, April, July, October). Investor Sprints occur three times per year (February, June, November).

• Investment Amount: Dreamit gets the right to invest up to $1M and receives a small amount of equity. For earlier stage companies, alternative investment structures may be considered.

Target Ownership:

• Small equity stake; specific terms vary.

Notable Investments:

• Partnered with and helped grow over 320 companies since 2008.

• Notable companies include:

  • LevelUp: Acquired by GrubHub.

  • Trendkite: Acquired by Cision.

  • SeatGeek

  • HouseParty: Acquired by Epic Games.

  • Elevate

  • Adaptly: Acquired by Accenture.

  • Wellth

  • Biomeme

  • Tissue Analytics: Acquired by Net Health.

  • Redox

  • Eko Devices

  • NestEgg

  • Cherre

  • Cylera

  • RaySecur

  • SpecTrust

  • Cloud Defense

Expectations:

• Founders participate in Customer Sprints, meeting decision-makers at enterprise-level organizations.

• Founders engage in Investor Sprints, having curated, one-on-one meetings with top US venture capital firms.

• Weekly strategy sessions via Zoom with vertical-specific Managing Directors and Startup Success Managers.

Additional Benefits:

• Customer Sprints: Pitch to C-suite executives and SVP-level decision-makers to initiate partnerships, pilots, and gain customers.

• Investor Sprints: Meet top venture capital firms to accelerate the fundraising process.

• Weekly Meetings: Ongoing support and strategy sessions with the Dreamit team.

For more details, visit Dreamit Ventures.

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Microsoft GrowthX

• Website: Microsoft GrowthX Accelerator

• Focus: Connecting B2B tech startups with large corporations across the Middle East, Turkey, and Pakistan, helping them scale by leveraging Microsoft's resources.

• Application Deadlines: Applications for Cohort 5 are open

Who Should Apply:

• B2B tech startups at any stage.

• Startups providing AI-based technology solutions.

• Revenue-generating scale-ups or growth stage innovators.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 8 weeks.

• Investment Amount: Up to $150,000 in Azure credits and other benefits on Founders Hub.

• Equity: Equity-free program.

Program Components:

• Tech Enablement: Access to a package of perks including a minimum of $25,000 of free Azure credits, GitHub Enterprise License, Microsoft 365 Licenses, and an extensive network of tech experts.

• Corporate Readiness: Connects tech startups with large corporations and mentors to prepare for enterprise selling.

• Financial Readiness: Work with expert financial mentors to enhance startups’ financial and business models.

• Investor Readiness: Get exposure to Microsoft’s VC partner network and understand investor readiness.

• Support: Virtual capacity-building workshops and training covering business, AI, and technology, with unique curated mentor panels dedicated to each startup.

• Technical Support: 1:1 technical support and guidance from Microsoft specialists.

• Demo Day: In-person Demo Day opportunities in UAE.

Notable Investments:

• Tomorrow.io: Weather intelligence and climate adaptation platform.

• Mitiga Solutions: Climate risk modeling.

• SEaB Energy: Sustainable innovation with patented Anaerobic Digestion systems.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to participate in virtual workshops and training sessions.

• Engage closely with mentors and Microsoft specialists for technical and business support.

For more details, visit Microsoft GrowthX Accelerator.

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AWS Accelerators

• Website: AWS Accelerators

• Focus: Supporting startups in various sectors with resources, mentorship, and technical guidance to innovate and scale.

Programs and Who Should Apply:

1. AWS Generative AI Accelerator

   • Focus: Generative AI startups

   • Who Should Apply: Early-stage startups innovating in Generative AI.

   • Duration: Not specified.

   • Investment Amount: Not specified.

2. AWS Education Accelerator

   • Focus: EdTech solutions leveraging data, analytics, AI/ML, and the cloud.

   • Who Should Apply: Early-stage to growth-stage EdTech startups.

   • Duration: 10 weeks.

   • Investment Amount: Not specified.

3. AWS Space Accelerator

   • Focus: Innovations in the space industry.

   • Who Should Apply: Growth-stage startups.

   • Duration: 4 weeks.

   • Investment Amount: Not specified.

4. AWS Healthcare Accelerator

   • Focus: High-quality care, better outcomes, and improved patient/provider experiences.

   • Who Should Apply: Growth-stage startups.

   • Duration: 4 weeks.

   • Investment Amount: Not specified.

5. AWS China Startup Loft Accelerator

   • Focus: China-based startups looking to scale globally.

   • Who Should Apply: Early-stage to growth-stage startups in China.

   • Duration: 10 weeks.

   • Investment Amount: Not specified.

6. Impact Accelerator: Black Founders

   • Focus: Black-led startups in the US.

   • Who Should Apply: Early-stage startups.

   • Duration: 8 weeks.

   • Investment Amount: $225,000 in cash and AWS credits.

7. Impact Accelerator: Latino Founders

   • Focus: Latino-led startups in the US.

   • Who Should Apply: Early-stage startups.

   • Duration: 8 weeks.

   • Investment Amount: $225,000 in cash and AWS credits.

8. Impact Accelerator: Women Founders

   • Focus: Women-led startups in the US.

   • Who Should Apply: Early-stage startups.

   • Duration: 8 weeks.

   • Investment Amount: $225,000 in cash and AWS credits.

9. AWS GovTech Accelerator

   • Focus: GovTech solutions to improve government services.

   • Who Should Apply: Growth-stage startups in the US.

10. Generative AI Spotlight: APJ

    • Focus: Generative AI startups in Asia-Pacific and Japan.

    • Who Should Apply: Early-stage startups with a built MVP.

    • Duration: 4 weeks.

Expectations:

• Startups are expected to leverage AWS resources, mentorship, and technical support to develop and scale their solutions.

Additional Benefits:

• Access to best-in-class knowledge and expertise from AI/ML industry leaders, founders, and investors.

• Technical support and preferred pricing on AWS products and services.

For more details, visit AWS Accelerators.

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Google for Startups Accelerator

• Website: Google for Startups Accelerator

• Focus: Helping top growth-stage startups with tailored technical, product, and leadership training from Google experts.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process with specific deadlines for different programs.

Industry Focus:

• Technology startups across various sectors, with a strong emphasis on AI, machine learning, and cloud technology.

Stages:

• Startups demonstrating traction, ideally between Seed and Series A stage.

Who Should Apply:

• Startups building scalable products or services with a significant total addressable market and defensible growth model.

• Deeply technical teams, preferably leveraging technologies like machine learning and AI.

• Commitment from CTO and/or technical roles to participate and engage in required program sessions.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: Typically 10-12 weeks.

• Check Size: Equity-free support.

• Additional Benefits:

  • Dedicated mentoring from Google teams.

  • Exclusive invitations to technical bootcamps hosted by Google.

  • Access to Google's network of industry experts.

  • Google product credits for eligible startups.

  • Early access to new Google products and tools.

  • Strategic support on company and product strategy.

  • Technical project partnership with Google experts.

Program Components:

• Mentorship: Access to Google mentors and industry experts for guidance and support.

• Workshops and Deep Dives: Focused on product design, customer acquisition, and leadership development.

• Technical Support: Hands-on partnership with Google experts on significant technical challenges.

• Networking: Connections with a global network of industry leaders and potential investors.

Notable Programs:

1. AI First Programs:

   • Australia: 10-week hybrid accelerator program for AI startups.

   • Latin America: 12-week program for high-potential AI First technology startups.

   • Middle East, North Africa, Turkey: 10-week program for AI startups tackling urgent challenges.

2. Regional Programs:

   • Canada: Designed for Seed to Series A technology startups in Canada.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to actively participate in the program, engage in mentorship and workshops, and leverage Google’s resources and network for growth.

For more details, visit Google for Startups Accelerator.

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Morgan Stanley Inclusive Ventures Lab

• Website: Morgan Stanley Inclusive Ventures Lab

• Focus: Accelerating early-stage tech and tech-enabled startups led by women and multicultural entrepreneurs.

Who Should Apply:

• Early-stage tech and tech-enabled startups.

• Companies led by women and multicultural entrepreneurs.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 5 months.

• Investment Amount: $250,000 for companies in the New York program and £250,000 for companies in the London program.

• Equity: 5% equity stake.

Program Components:

• Investment of Capital: Each company receives $250,000 (New York) or £250,000 (London) in exchange for 5% equity.

• Powerful Networks: Access to Morgan Stanley’s bankers, financial advisors, technology experts, industry networks, potential clients, and the investor ecosystem.

• Mentoring and Coaching: Startups are paired with hand-picked mentors, entrepreneurs in residence, and advisors who provide counsel, sales, and leadership coaching.

• Tailored Curriculum: Customized curriculum for each startup, including finance and sales strategy, marketing and branding, and private sessions with industry experts.

• Pitch Day to Investors: Program culminates in a Demo Day where participants present to investors, potential business partners, and customers.

Target Ownership:

• 5% equity stake.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to engage with mentors and advisors, participate in customized curriculum sessions, and prepare for Demo Day presentations.

Additional Benefits:

• Access to Morgan Stanley's extensive network and resources.

• Mentorship and coaching to help companies grow and scale.

• Enhanced visibility and opportunities to connect with potential investors and clients.

For more details, visit Morgan Stanley Inclusive Ventures Lab.

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MiraclePlus

• Website: MiraclePlus

• Focus: Accelerating early-stage startups by providing funding, mentorship, and a supportive community.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process, with specific deadlines for Spring and Fall batches.

  • Fall 2024 Accelerator: Application open; interviews from June to August 2024; program runs from September to November 2024.

Who Should Apply:

• Early-stage startups at different stages, from idea to early operation.

• Founders owning at least 5% of the equity and working full-time on the startup.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 3 months.

• Investment Amount: USD 300,000 (or RMB equivalent) for 7% equity. Investment can be made on SAFE for startups outside Mainland China.

• Program Fee: No fees; MiraclePlus is rewarded by purchasing equity.

Target Ownership:

• 7% equity.

Notable Investments:

• Supported numerous startups, with many receiving further financial support through Demo Day and investor connections.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to participate in activities in Beijing, attend group office hours, and engage in weekly closed-door supper events with senior entrepreneurs.

• Participate in Demo Day to present their products and services to a group of investors and media.

Additional Benefits:

• Closed-Door Sharing: Bi-weekly sessions with successful entrepreneurs sharing their stories and experiences.

• Office Hour: Weekly 1-on-1 discussions with partners to solve existing issues.

• Group Office Hour: Exchange ideas with other founders and discuss solutions to common problems.

• Bootcamp: Two-day events with lectures and sharing sessions on topics like funding, sales, and recruitment.

• Product Presentation Day: Internal and external presentation days to connect with customer resources and exchange innovative ideas.

• Alumni Community: A powerful network of founders supporting each other, with access to resources and advice.

How to Apply:

• Fill out the online application form.

• Submit a required video introducing the startup.

• Selected applicants will be invited for interviews in Beijing, East China, Shenzhen, or online.

For more details, visit MiraclePlus.

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Lair East Labs

• Website: Lair East Labs

• Focus: Accelerating globally-minded startups with an emphasis on international growth and access to Asian markets.

• Application Deadlines: Rolling basis with preference for early applications.

Who Should Apply:

• Founders with an international mindset and background.

• Early-stage companies in pre-seed or raising seed rounds.

• Teams developing disruptive technology solutions with global market potential.

• Companies striving to create positive social impact.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 3 months.

• Investment Amount: Up to $150,000, with matching debt funding up to $250,000.

• Program Fee: $25,000 to cover operations costs.

Target Ownership:

• Not explicitly specified.

Notable Investments:

• StageKeep: Introduced to the New York startup ecosystem, significantly expanding their network.

• Magic Kids: Received vital investments and mentorship support.

• Firstly: Leadership changes and company growth fostered through the program.

• Upmarket: Accelerator provided a supportive community and growth environment.

• IndicatorLab: Enabled access to the New York market.

• Sinc: Benefited from fireside chats and insights from experienced entrepreneurs.

• Prinsta: Strong support and networking both in the US and Asia.

• BallBox: Developed go-to-market strategy and received ongoing support post-program.

• AltaClaro: International focus and personalized support framework.

• Design with FRANK: Expanded perspectives through mentor and startup interactions.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to work closely with the LEL team, attend weekly sessions and workshops, and engage in bi-weekly office hours for progress support.

• Participation in the Demo Day to pitch to investors.

Additional Benefits:

• 1:1 coaching from successful entrepreneurs.

• Access to a community and alumni network.

• Founder AMA sessions and mentorship workshops.

• Legal assistance for company formation and IP protection.

• Office space in New York City.

• Up to $350K in free hosting credits and tools.

• Ongoing long-term support beyond the program duration.

For more details, visit Lair East Labs.

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500 Global

• Website: 500 Global

• Focus: Venture capital firm investing in founders building fast-growing technology companies.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process for accelerators.

• Industry Focus: Technology, innovation, and sectors where capital can unlock long-term value and drive economic growth.

• Stages: Pre-seed, seed, and early-stage startups.

Who Should Apply:

• Founders building fast-growing technology companies across various sectors and geographies.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: Typically 16 weeks for their accelerator programs.

• Check Size: $150,000. Varies depending on the specific accelerator and company needs.

Target Ownership:

• 6%

Notable Investments:

• Invested in more than 2,800+ startups worldwide.

• 35+ companies valued at $1B+ and 160+ companies valued at more than $100 million.

• Notable investments include:

  • Talkdesk: Customer service software platform.

  • Grab: Ride-hailing and logistics service.

  • Bukalapak: E-commerce platform.

  • Credit Karma: Personal finance company.

  • Canva: Graphic design platform.

Investment Amount:

• Specific investment amounts vary; typically initial investments range from $100k to $500k.

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to leverage 500 Global’s network, participate in workshops and mentorship opportunities, and aim for significant growth and market impact.

For more details, visit 500 Global.

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Starta 

• Website: Starta Accelerator

• Focus: Helping international startups scale their US market presence and raise capital through a soft landing program in New York.

• Application Deadlines: Continuous application process.

Who Should Apply:

• International startups seeking to enter and expand in the US market.

• Early-stage tech startups from various sectors.

Duration and Terms:

• Program Duration: 3 months for the NYC Accelerator; 6 weeks for the Launchpad pre-accelerator program.

• Investment Amount: Opportunity to raise $200K-$1M.

• Equity: Not explicitly specified for program participation.

Program Components:

• NYC Accelerator: Intensive 3-month program based in New York to propel startups in the US market.

• Launchpad: 6-week, equity-free, online pre-accelerator program to prepare founders to launch.

• Advisory Program: New York-based advisory program for founders looking for expert partners in the US.

Key Features & Perks:

• Access to co-working and event space in Manhattan.

• Lifetime investor network and support.

• Strategy guidance from Starta partners.

• Credits/discounts from AWS, Hubspot, Microsoft, Freshworks, and more.

• Access to Starta alumni events and investor summits.

Notable Investments:

• 15 Batches

• 210+ Companies

• 400+ Founders

• 55% Raised Follow-on Funding ($75M+ total raised by alumni)

• 65% Active Startups

• 35% Stayed in the US (Startups with US-based revenue)

Expectations:

• Founders are expected to engage in program activities, utilize resources, and actively seek to expand their US market presence.

Additional Benefits:

• Access to a wide network of mentors and industry experts.

• Ongoing support on strategy and execution.

• Participation in Demo Days and other networking events.

For more details, visitStarta Accelerator.