Afore’s Founder-in-Residence University

Description

Afore’s Founder-in-Residence University (FIR U) is a 2-month, in-person program based in San Francisco for current students, recent graduates, and early founders to build startup ideas and launch companies. Participants receive funding support (typically $20K–$100K+ via a SAFE), workspace, mentorship, and community with other builders. The program includes workshops on venture basics, product development, customer validation and a showcase where founders can present to investors. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis

Eligibility

- Current students or recent graduates (within last 2 years) - Exploring startup ideas or recently launched an early-stage company - In-person participation in San Francisco (relocation required) - Solo founders and teams are both welcome - Company no traction threshold required (pre-product and pre-revenue allowed) - Sector: Not specified

Location

San Francisco, US

Amount

20k -100k

Deadline

Rolling basis

Decision Support

Medium signal

2-month San Francisco residency for students/early founders to build startups with funding and mentorship.

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