Opportunities Under $25k in Global
Explore curated tech opportunities in Global.
Z Fellows
One-week program offering a $10,000 stipend and mentorship from Silicon Valley's top founders for early technical builders.
Pioneer
$20K for 1% equity (or advisory only); virtual startup contest with mentors.
Vercel Open Source Program
Seasonal cohort-based program offering impactful open source projects up to $3,600 in Vercel credits, third-party OSS starter-pack credits, and prioritized support.
Battery Ventures
Global, technology-focused investment firm backing companies from early stage through buyouts.
Y Combinator Summer Fellows Grants 2026
Y Combinator’s Summer Fellows Grants provide selected undergraduate students with cash and cloud credits to pursue their own technical projects over the summer rather than traditional internship work.
AWS Activate for Startups
AWS Activate is Amazon Web Services’ flagship startup support program offering promotional AWS credits and related resources to help early-stage companies build, launch, and scale their technology on AWS. Founders can apply for the Activate Founders package to receive $1,000 in AWS credits
Founder Institute
16-week pre-seed accelerator/education program; participants share equity, often receive $10–$20K each.
Google for Startups Accelerator
Equity-free accelerator: no cash funding, but up to $100K GCP credits.
Z Fellows
One-week program offering a $10,000 stipend and mentorship from Silicon Valley's top founders for early technical builders.
Pioneer
$20K for 1% equity (or advisory only); virtual startup contest with mentors.
Vercel Open Source Program
Seasonal cohort-based program offering impactful open source projects up to $3,600 in Vercel credits, third-party OSS starter-pack credits, and prioritized support.
Battery Ventures
Global, technology-focused investment firm backing companies from early stage through buyouts.
Y Combinator Summer Fellows Grants 2026
Y Combinator’s Summer Fellows Grants provide selected undergraduate students with cash and cloud credits to pursue their own technical projects over the summer rather than traditional internship work.
AWS Activate for Startups
AWS Activate is Amazon Web Services’ flagship startup support program offering promotional AWS credits and related resources to help early-stage companies build, launch, and scale their technology on AWS. Founders can apply for the Activate Founders package to receive $1,000 in AWS credits
Founder Institute
16-week pre-seed accelerator/education program; participants share equity, often receive $10–$20K each.
Google for Startups Accelerator
Equity-free accelerator: no cash funding, but up to $100K GCP credits.
What You'll Find
- Average funding: $9k per opportunity
- Average duration: 1 weeks
- Global: Global opportunities break down geographical barriers, offering worldwide access to tech programs and resources.
Benefits
- Multi-stage capital across early → growth → buyout
- Global investment team with offices across the U.S., Europe and Israel
- Dedicated portfolio services (business development, talent, marketing, growth leadership)
- Long track record (450+ investments) and deep sector experience
- Ability to lead follow-on and later-stage financings from the same firm
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
Y Combinator Summer Fellows Grants 2026
Y Combinator’s Summer Fellows Grants provide selected undergraduate students with cash and cloud credits to pursue their own technical projects over the summer rather than traditional internship work.
Battery Ventures
Global, technology-focused investment firm backing companies from early stage through buyouts.
AWS Activate for Startups
AWS Activate is Amazon Web Services’ flagship startup support program offering promotional AWS credits and related resources to help early-stage companies build, launch, and scale their technology on AWS. Founders can apply for the Activate Founders package to receive $1,000 in AWS credits
Google for Startups Accelerator
Equity-free accelerator: no cash funding, but up to $100K GCP credits.
Pioneer
$20K for 1% equity (or advisory only); virtual startup contest with mentors.
Vercel Open Source Program
Seasonal cohort-based program offering impactful open source projects up to $3,600 in Vercel credits, third-party OSS starter-pack credits, and prioritized support.
Founder Institute
16-week pre-seed accelerator/education program; participants share equity, often receive $10–$20K each.
Z Fellows
One-week program offering a $10,000 stipend and mentorship from Silicon Valley's top founders for early technical builders.