Equity based Opportunities Under $100k
Explore curated tech opportunities for equity based.
Founder Institute
16-week pre-seed accelerator/education program; participants share equity, often receive $10–$20K each.
Startup Wise Guys
Europe-wide accelerator (HQ Tallinn) providing up to €65K seed funding plus follow-on up to €300K.
Pioneer
$20K for 1% equity (or advisory only); virtual startup contest with mentors.
APX by Porsche & Axel Springer
Berlin-based accelerator with up to €50K for 5% (and follow-on up to €500K).
Soma Capital Fellowship
Semi-annual fellowship investing $100K SAFE (<1% equity) in founders.
Founder Institute
16-week pre-seed accelerator/education program; participants share equity, often receive $10–$20K each.
Startup Wise Guys
Europe-wide accelerator (HQ Tallinn) providing up to €65K seed funding plus follow-on up to €300K.
Pioneer
$20K for 1% equity (or advisory only); virtual startup contest with mentors.
APX by Porsche & Axel Springer
Berlin-based accelerator with up to €50K for 5% (and follow-on up to €500K).
Soma Capital Fellowship
Semi-annual fellowship investing $100K SAFE (<1% equity) in founders.
What You'll Find
- Average funding: $49k per opportunity
- Average duration: 4 months
- Specialized programs: Opportunities tagged with equity-based
Benefits
- $100,000 SAFE investment (minimal equity stake)
- Membership in a global founder community
- Workshops on product, tech, and fundraising
- Possibility of follow-on funding up to $1M
- €50,000 investment for ~5% equity (initial round)
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
Soma Capital Fellowship
Semi-annual fellowship investing $100K SAFE (<1% equity) in founders.
APX by Porsche & Axel Springer
Berlin-based accelerator with up to €50K for 5% (and follow-on up to €500K).
Startup Wise Guys
Europe-wide accelerator (HQ Tallinn) providing up to €65K seed funding plus follow-on up to €300K.
Pioneer
$20K for 1% equity (or advisory only); virtual startup contest with mentors.
Founder Institute
16-week pre-seed accelerator/education program; participants share equity, often receive $10–$20K each.