Seed-Start Grant SA
Seed-Start, delivered via SA’s Research and Innovation Fund (RIF), provides matched funding for early-stage startups. Funding amounts vary, supporting: - Commercialisation of research - Startup establishment and growth
Good fit: South Australian early-stage startups incorporated in Australia with innovative products/services.
Google DeepMind Accelerator
Google DeepMind Accelerator: AI for the Planet is a three-month accelerator for APAC-based startups, research teams and non-profits using AI to address environmental challenges. The program provides access to the Google AI stack, including frontier AI models, technical mentorship from Google experts, tailored support and connections through the Google Accelerator Alumni network. The program begins with an in-person bootcamp, continues with virtual support, and concludes with an in-person Demo Day for industry partners, investors and stakeholders.
Good fit: MVP-stage AI founders building climate, agriculture or sustainability solutions.
Generation AI
Generation AI is an 8-week hybrid founder program for Victorian founders building AI startups. The program helps founders validate ideas, build AI products, find early users and develop investment-ready businesses using lean startup methods and AI-first product development. Participants receive interactive workshops, office hours, personalised feedback and access to a founder community. The program concludes with a Demo Day where founders present to investors. There is no participation fee and no equity taken.
Good fit: Idea-stage founders building AI products who want structure and customer validation.