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Browse startup grants, accelerators, fellowships and founder programs currently open or accepting interest.
Stellar x CV Labs Accelerator
The Stellar x CV Labs Accelerator is a 12-week hybrid accelerator for early-stage startups building DeFi, payments and real-world asset (RWA) solutions on the Stellar blockchain. The program combines technical support, go-to-market guidance, fundraising preparation and mentorship from blockchain founders, investors and ecosystem experts. It includes remote programming, an in-person component in Cape Town, and concludes with a Demo Day at Stellar Meridian in Lisbon. Eligible startups may receive up to US$150,000 in XLM development funding from the Stellar Development Foundation. Applications are open to startups building for the EMEA market.
Good fit: Pre-seed blockchain founders building on Stellar and preparing to scale.
Startup Foundry
Startup Foundry is a 6-week virtual startup program designed for founders at the idea, MVP or early-revenue stage. The program provides live sessions covering customer discovery, product development, legal setup, go-to-market strategy, growth and fundraising. Participants receive access to $100,000+ in startup perks and credits, mentorship from founders and operators, and a Founder Showcase where startups present to investors. The program is fully online and open to founders globally, including Australian founders.
Good fit: Idea-stage founders who need structure, accountability and startup fundamentals.
Claude for Startups
Claude for Startups is a program from Anthropic for early-stage founders and startups building with Claude. Startups can access community, resources, Claude credits and priority rate limits. The program includes founder events, hackathons, meetups, livestreams and updates on Claude launches and program perks. Any early-stage founder or startup building with Claude can apply, with additional credits and extras available for companies that have received institutional equity funding. Applications take about two minutes and require a Claude Console account and company email.
Good fit: Early-stage AI startups building directly on Claude and needing API credits.
Startmate Launch Club
Launch Club is an 8-week pre-accelerator program from Startmate designed for early-stage founders who want to validate an idea, build momentum, and get real feedback on their startup journey. It gives you structure, community support, and practical accountability to help you move beyond just thinking about your idea — pushing you toward building a real MVP, talking with customers, and refining your story. Unlike long courses or on-demand content, Launch Club combines weekly live sessions, small group check-ins, mentor access, investor exposure moments like Investor Roulette, and a cohort culture that keeps you focused and progressing. It’s built to be compatible with part-time life (work/studies) while still creating real founder momentum.
Good fit: Aspiring founders in Australia/New Zealand with an idea or early MVP wanting structured validation and community support.
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.
Seedcamp
Seedcamp is a London-based early-stage venture capital fund and startup accelerator that invests in pre-seed and seed-stage technology startups. The program supports founders with initial investment, mentorship, and access to a network of operators, investors and founders. Seedcamp focuses on companies building globally scalable technology businesses and helps startups with product development, hiring and fundraising. The firm works with founders from the earliest stages of company formation and aims to be the first institutional investor backing them. Applications are open globally, including to Australian founders
Good fit: Pre-seed founders building a globally scalable tech startup seeking their first institutional investor.