Accelerators Over $100k - Pre seed

Find top accelerator programs for pre seed.

Accelerator
pre-seed
$100,000+
AngelPad logo

AngelPad

10-week accelerator (NYC/SF) offering $120K for 7% equity.

Rolling
Rolling
North America
accelerator
equity-based
+5 more
Betaworks AI Camp - Betaworks logo

Betaworks AI Camp

$500K investment from a Betaworks-led syndicate for AI startups.

Rolling
Rolling
North America
accelerator
equity-based
+5 more
Antler logo

Antler

Global early-stage investor providing $200–$250K for ~8–9% equity in a 6-week residency.

Rolling
Rolling
Global
accelerator
equity-based
+5 more
AngelPad logo

AngelPad

10-week accelerator (NYC/SF) offering $120K for 7% equity.

Rolling
Rolling
North America
accelerator
equity-based
+5 more
Betaworks AI Camp - Betaworks logo

Betaworks AI Camp

$500K investment from a Betaworks-led syndicate for AI startups.

Rolling
Rolling
North America
accelerator
equity-based
+5 more
Antler logo

Antler

Global early-stage investor providing $200–$250K for ~8–9% equity in a 6-week residency.

Rolling
Rolling
Global
accelerator
equity-based
+5 more

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 funding: $282k per opportunity
  • Average duration: 2 months
  • 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
  • $500,000 funding (via syndicate)

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
  • Tailor your application to highlight how your project aligns with the program's goals and values
  • Keep track of application deadlines using a calendar system to avoid missing opportunities
  • 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
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Antler logo

Antler

Global early-stage investor providing $200–$250K for ~8–9% equity in a 6-week residency.

Rolling
Rolling
Global
accelerator
equity-based
accelerator
+4 more
Betaworks AI Camp - Betaworks logo

Betaworks AI Camp

$500K investment from a Betaworks-led syndicate for AI startups.

Rolling
Rolling
North America
accelerator
equity-based
accelerator
+4 more
AngelPad logo

AngelPad

10-week accelerator (NYC/SF) offering $120K for 7% equity.

Rolling
Rolling
North America
accelerator
equity-based
accelerator
+4 more