Accelerators in North America - Mentorship
Find top accelerator programs for mentorship.
Betaworks AI Camp
$500K investment from a Betaworks-led syndicate for AI startups.
AngelPad
10-week accelerator (NYC/SF) offering $120K for 7% equity.
LAUNCH Accelerator
$125K for 6–7% equity; 14-week accelerator founded by Jason Calacanis.
The Mint (BTV)
10-week fintech accelerator; invests $500K for 10% SAFE.
OpenAI Converge
6-week AI startup summit with $1M equity investment from OpenAI's Startup Fund.
PearX
12-week accelerator by Pear VC investing $250K–$2M in each startup.
Boost VC
Deep tech accelerator investing $500,000 for ~15% equity.
Betaworks AI Camp
$500K investment from a Betaworks-led syndicate for AI startups.
AngelPad
10-week accelerator (NYC/SF) offering $120K for 7% equity.
LAUNCH Accelerator
$125K for 6–7% equity; 14-week accelerator founded by Jason Calacanis.
The Mint (BTV)
10-week fintech accelerator; invests $500K for 10% SAFE.
OpenAI Converge
6-week AI startup summit with $1M equity investment from OpenAI's Startup Fund.
PearX
12-week accelerator by Pear VC investing $250K–$2M in each startup.
Boost VC
Deep tech accelerator investing $500,000 for ~15% equity.
What You'll Find
- Accelerator: Accelerator programs offer entrepreneurs access to experienced mentors, investor networks, and resources needed to take their startups to the next level.
- Average funding: $553k per opportunity
- 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.
- Mentorship: Mentorship opportunities provide structured guidance from experienced professionals, helping you avoid common pitfalls and accelerate your progress.
Benefits
- 12-week AI-focused accelerator program
- $120,000 seed investment for ~7% equity
- 10-week intensive accelerator
- $1,000,000 equity investment from OpenAI Fund
- 6-week intensive program with early access to models
Application Tips
- 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
- Tailor your application to highlight how your project aligns with the program's goals and values
- Research the accelerator's track record, including success stories and portfolio companies
- Understand the time commitment required, as most accelerators are intensive full-time programs
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.
Boost VC
Deep tech accelerator investing $500,000 for ~15% equity.