Accelerators in North America - Equity based
Discover the best accelerator opportunities for equity based.
PearX
12-week accelerator by Pear VC investing $250K–$2M in each startup.
LAUNCH Accelerator
$125K for 6–7% equity; 14-week accelerator founded by Jason Calacanis.
Greylock Edge
3-month program with custom SAFE or priced terms + $500K+ in partner credits.
Betaworks AI Camp
$500K investment from a Betaworks-led syndicate for AI startups.
OpenAI Converge
6-week AI startup summit with $1M equity investment from OpenAI's Startup Fund.
AngelPad
10-week accelerator (NYC/SF) offering $120K for 7% equity.
AI2 Incubator
$50K–$150K seed funding in exchange for equity for AI startups.
The Mint (BTV)
10-week fintech accelerator; invests $500K for 10% SAFE.
Boost VC
Deep tech accelerator investing $500,000 for ~15% equity.
HF0 Residency
Intensive 12-week live-in accelerator writing a $1M SAFE for 5% (or $500K + 3%).
PearX
12-week accelerator by Pear VC investing $250K–$2M in each startup.
LAUNCH Accelerator
$125K for 6–7% equity; 14-week accelerator founded by Jason Calacanis.
Greylock Edge
3-month program with custom SAFE or priced terms + $500K+ in partner credits.
Betaworks AI Camp
$500K investment from a Betaworks-led syndicate for AI startups.
OpenAI Converge
6-week AI startup summit with $1M equity investment from OpenAI's Startup Fund.
AngelPad
10-week accelerator (NYC/SF) offering $120K for 7% equity.
AI2 Incubator
$50K–$150K seed funding in exchange for equity for AI startups.
The Mint (BTV)
10-week fintech accelerator; invests $500K for 10% SAFE.
Boost VC
Deep tech accelerator investing $500,000 for ~15% equity.
HF0 Residency
Intensive 12-week live-in accelerator writing a $1M SAFE for 5% (or $500K + 3%).
What You'll Find
- Accelerator: Startup accelerators provide structured programs that combine seed funding, mentorship, and workspace to help early-stage companies scale quickly.
- Average duration: 3 months
- North America: North American opportunities connect you with the vibrant tech scene spanning major cities from San Francisco to Toronto, offering diverse ecosystems.
- Specialized programs: Opportunities tagged with equity-based
Benefits
- 12-week AI-focused accelerator program
- $120,000 seed investment for ~7% equity
- 10-week intensive accelerator
- Custom convertible SAFE or priced investment
- $500K+ in partner credits (cloud, dev tools, etc.)
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
Greylock Edge
3-month program with custom SAFE or priced terms + $500K+ in partner credits.
AI2 Incubator
$50K–$150K seed funding in exchange for equity for AI startups.
OpenAI Converge
6-week AI startup summit with $1M equity investment from OpenAI's Startup Fund.
Betaworks AI Camp
$500K investment from a Betaworks-led syndicate for AI startups.
AngelPad
10-week accelerator (NYC/SF) offering $120K for 7% equity.
The Mint (BTV)
10-week fintech accelerator; invests $500K for 10% SAFE.
LAUNCH Accelerator
$125K for 6–7% equity; 14-week accelerator founded by Jason Calacanis.
PearX
12-week accelerator by Pear VC investing $250K–$2M in each startup.
HF0 Residency
Intensive 12-week live-in accelerator writing a $1M SAFE for 5% (or $500K + 3%).
Boost VC
Deep tech accelerator investing $500,000 for ~15% equity.