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 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.
Breakthrough Victoria Fellowship
The Breakthrough Victoria Fellowship is a funding program designed to help researchers and recent graduates from Victorian universities or research institutes turn their research into startup companies. Selected fellows receive up to AUD $150,000 in funding to support research commercialisation, including salary and startup development costs. The program also provides mentoring, entrepreneurial training and connections to the Victorian innovation ecosystem. It is part of a multi-year initiative aimed at creating new startups based on university research in Victoria.
Good fit: PhD candidates, researchers or recent graduates turning academic research into a startup.
AngelPad
AngelPad is a highly regarded, early-stage startup accelerator based in San Francisco, California, known for its intense, founder-focused program and strong track record of helping startups raise follow-on funding. Over a 10-week cohort, selected teams receive personalized mentorship, expert guidance on product strategy, go-to-market execution, and investor readiness, all delivered by experienced operators and AngelPad partners. As part of the program, startups receive an initial investment (typically around US $100,000) on standard accelerator terms in exchange for equity, with structured support that helps founders refine their vision, build momentum, and connect with top-tier investors and industry networks in Silicon Valley and beyond. Although the core experience is anchored in San Francisco, many elements are designed to benefit remote cohorts or hybrid participation when needed.
Good fit: Early-stage tech founders with MVP/traction seeking hands-on mentorship and investor readiness.
Bethnal Green Ventures Tech for Good
Bethnal Green Ventures (BGV) runs the Tech for Good Programme, an early-stage accelerator supporting startups that use technology to address social and environmental challenges. Selected ventures receive £60,000 investment in exchange for equity, plus mentorship, workshops and access to a network of founders, advisors and investors. The programme begins with six weeks of intensive learning followed by additional coaching and ongoing support as part of the BGV portfolio community. BGV is based in the UK, and international founders can apply, though companies typically need to incorporate in the UK.
Good fit: Early-stage founders building tech solutions for climate, health or social impact.
AngelSpark 2026
AngelSpark is a global angel investment group that reviews applications for early-stage company funding. Startups can apply online to be considered to pitch live to the AngelSpark investment committee at monthly events. If invited to pitch, founders present their business and may receive an investment decision within 24 hours. AngelSpark typically invests starting from USD 100,000 and engages a community of angel investors across sectors. Applicants are invited on a rolling basis.
Good fit: Early pre-seed founders with demo and initial traction seeking quick investment decisions.