Accelerators Over $100k - Equity based
Find top accelerator programs for equity based.
Antler
Global early-stage investor providing $200–$250K for ~8–9% equity in a 6-week residency.
AngelPad
10-week accelerator (NYC/SF) offering $120K for 7% equity.
Seedcamp
Europe's flagship seed fund; invests €100–€200K for ~7–7.5%.
OpenAI Converge
6-week AI startup summit with $1M equity investment from OpenAI's Startup Fund.
Conviction Embed
Hands-on embedded partner program offering a $150K uncapped SAFE (MFN).
PearX
12-week accelerator by Pear VC investing $250K–$2M in each startup.
Boost VC
Deep tech accelerator investing $500,000 for ~15% equity.
The Mint (BTV)
10-week fintech accelerator; invests $500K for 10% SAFE.
a16z Crypto Startup Accelerator
An intensive accelerator for early-stage blockchain and web3 startups, providing capital, mentorship, and network support.
LAUNCH Accelerator
$125K for 6–7% equity; 14-week accelerator founded by Jason Calacanis.
Antler
Global early-stage investor providing $200–$250K for ~8–9% equity in a 6-week residency.
AngelPad
10-week accelerator (NYC/SF) offering $120K for 7% equity.
Seedcamp
Europe's flagship seed fund; invests €100–€200K for ~7–7.5%.
OpenAI Converge
6-week AI startup summit with $1M equity investment from OpenAI's Startup Fund.
Conviction Embed
Hands-on embedded partner program offering a $150K uncapped SAFE (MFN).
PearX
12-week accelerator by Pear VC investing $250K–$2M in each startup.
Boost VC
Deep tech accelerator investing $500,000 for ~15% equity.
The Mint (BTV)
10-week fintech accelerator; invests $500K for 10% SAFE.
a16z Crypto Startup Accelerator
An intensive accelerator for early-stage blockchain and web3 startups, providing capital, mentorship, and network support.
LAUNCH Accelerator
$125K for 6–7% equity; 14-week accelerator founded by Jason Calacanis.
What You'll Find
- Accelerator: Accelerators offer intensive programs designed to help startups grow rapidly through mentorship, funding, and access to networks.
- Average funding: $491k per opportunity
- Average duration: 2 months
- 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
- $200–$250K investment (post-program)
- 6-week global residency with co-founder matching
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
- Consider how much funding you actually need versus what's available to avoid over-dilution
- Review the terms carefully, including any equity requirements, repayment terms, or program obligations
- Understand the time commitment required, as most accelerators are intensive full-time programs
Antler
Global early-stage investor providing $200–$250K for ~8–9% equity in a 6-week residency.
Seedcamp
Europe's flagship seed fund; invests €100–€200K for ~7–7.5%.
OpenAI Converge
6-week AI startup summit with $1M equity investment from OpenAI's Startup Fund.
Conviction Embed
Hands-on embedded partner program offering a $150K uncapped SAFE (MFN).
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.
a16z Crypto Startup Accelerator
An intensive accelerator for early-stage blockchain and web3 startups, providing capital, mentorship, and network support.