Accelerators
Accelerators are cohort-based programs. Rolling investment includes always-open investor funding and founder programs.
Startmate Accelerator
The Startmate Accelerator is designed to fast-track your growth in 12 weeks. You'll get $120k investment, build a better product with more users, and get access to the best platform in ANZ to raise capital.
Good fit: Pre-seed/seed tech founders in Australia/New Zealand with MVP or early traction seeking structured acceleration and capital support.
Big Idea Ventures Global Food Innovation Fund Accelerator
The Big Idea Ventures Global Food Innovation Fund Accelerator is a 5-month accelerator for startups developing alternative proteins, novel ingredients, fats, sweeteners and food technologies. Selected companies receive US$200,000 (US$125,000 cash and US$75,000 in-kind support), alongside mentorship, product development support, corporate partnerships and investor introductions. The program operates across New York, Paris and Singapore, with a mix of virtual and in-person activities depending on the cohort. Top-performing companies may be considered for follow-on investment after completing the program
Good fit: Founders building alternative protein or food ingredient startups seeking their first institutional investor.
Hub71 + Digital Assets
Hub71+ Digital Assets is a 12-month specialist ecosystem based in Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) designed to accelerate Web3 and digital asset startups by providing capital, mentorship, and access to a global innovation ecosystem. Participating startups receive a package of flexible in-kind incentives worth AED 250,000, AED 250,000 in cash investment via a SAFE note, and a guided 3-month track powered by Elixir Capital. High-performing startups committed to Abu Dhabi may qualify for an additional up to AED 250,000 equity investment upon completion. The program connects founders to regulators, corporate partners, and investors in Abu Dhabi’s progressive Web3 infrastructure, supporting growth from pre-seed through Series A and beyond.
Good fit: Web3 or blockchain startups with product/traction (pre-seed to Series A) aiming to scale via Abu Dhabi’s ecosystem.
AI Grant
AI Grant is an accelerator program for seed-stage AI startups building AI-native products. Selected startups receive US$250,000 investment via an uncapped SAFE, cloud and partner credits, access to advisors, a founder summit in San Francisco and a Demo Day with investors. The program focuses on technical founders building practical AI products rather than research alone. Applications are open globally, including Australian founders.
Good fit: Seed-stage AI founders building products around AI models who need capital and compute support
Founder Inc
Founders, Inc. is a San Francisco-based founder community, campus and early-stage investment platform supporting builders working on ambitious technology ideas. Founders can apply to access the Founders, Inc. campus, participate in programs designed to help builders move from “-1 to 0”, and potentially receive early investment. Programs typically provide a cohort environment, accountability, office hours and support while founders build momentum. The main campus is located at Fort Mason, San Francisco. International founders can apply, but participation may require being on campus
Good fit: Idea-stage technical founders exploring ambitious startup ideas and looking for a builder community.
AI2 Incubator
AI2 Incubator is a 12–18 month, in-person incubation program based in Seattle/Tacoma (USA) for research-intensive AI startups. It supports teams building deep tech AI products by providing funding, workspace, mentorship from AI researchers, access to the Allen Institute for AI network, and structured business development support. The program includes ongoing workshop modules and culminates in opportunities to pitch to investors and industry partners. Australian founders may apply remotely but must relocate to the U.S. for the in-person components.
Good fit: AI deep-tech founders with early prototypes seeking long-term structured support and funding.