Accelerators in Global - Pre seed
Discover the best accelerator opportunities for pre seed.
Y Combinator X2026
Y Combinator X2026 is the Spring 2026 batch of the YC accelerator, supporting early-stage startups with funding, mentorship, and access to one of the world’s strongest founder networks.
Founder Institute
16-week pre-seed accelerator/education program; participants share equity, often receive $10–$20K each.
Antler
Global early-stage investor providing $200–$250K for ~8–9% equity in a 6-week residency.
Y Combinator X2026
Y Combinator X2026 is the Spring 2026 batch of the YC accelerator, supporting early-stage startups with funding, mentorship, and access to one of the world’s strongest founder networks.
Founder Institute
16-week pre-seed accelerator/education program; participants share equity, often receive $10–$20K each.
Antler
Global early-stage investor providing $200–$250K for ~8–9% equity in a 6-week residency.
What You'll Find
- Accelerator: Accelerators offer intensive programs designed to help startups grow rapidly through mentorship, funding, and access to networks.
- Average funding: $225k per opportunity
- Average duration: 1 month
- Global: These programs provide access to international networks and resources, regardless of your physical location.
- Pre seed: Pre-seed programs focus on helping entrepreneurs turn concepts into viable products, offering funding, mentorship, and resources for idea validation.
Benefits
- $200–$250K investment (post-program)
- 6-week global residency with co-founder matching
- Living stipend during residency
- Follow-on support from Antler's global network
- $10,000+ in initial funding per founder (via collective equity pool)
Application Tips
- Start preparing your application materials well in advance of deadlines to ensure quality submissions
- Research each program thoroughly to understand their specific requirements and what they're looking for
- Reach out to program alumni or current participants to gain insights into the application process
- Understand the time commitment required, as most accelerators are intensive full-time programs
- Prepare to move quickly, as accelerators often require rapid iteration and decision-making
Y Combinator X2026
Y Combinator X2026 is the Spring 2026 batch of the YC accelerator, supporting early-stage startups with funding, mentorship, and access to one of the world’s strongest founder networks.
Antler
Global early-stage investor providing $200–$250K for ~8–9% equity in a 6-week residency.
Founder Institute
16-week pre-seed accelerator/education program; participants share equity, often receive $10–$20K each.