Global Opportunities in Global
Discover handpicked technology programs for global.
Founder Institute
16-week pre-seed accelerator/education program; participants share equity, often receive $10–$20K each.
Pioneer
$20K for 1% equity (or advisory only); virtual startup contest with mentors.
New Enterprise Associates (NEA)
One of the world's largest multi-stage venture capital firms, investing across technology and healthcare since 1977.
Bessemer Venture Partners (BVP)
Global multi-stage venture capital firm with a long history of backing enterprise, consumer and healthcare companies.
TKS World 2026
TKS (The Knowledge Society) is a 10-month innovation program for teens ages 13–17 that blends emerging technology exploration, project-based learning, and mentorship to help students build real solutions and future skills. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Z Fellows
A one-week accelerator connecting early-stage technical builders with billion-dollar founders for mentorship and lifelong support.
General Catalyst
Global investment and transformation firm partnering with founders from seed through growth to build resilient, AI-enabled companies.
Google for Startups Accelerator
Equity-free accelerator: no cash funding, but up to $100K GCP credits.
Hummingbird VC
Global seed investors backing outlier founders across deep tech, AI, SaaS, fintech and healthcare.
Lightspeed Venture Partners
Lightspeed Venture Partners (LSVP) is a multi‑stage venture capital firm that backs bold founders and disruptive innovations with capital and strategic support from early seed to later growth stages.
Founder Institute
16-week pre-seed accelerator/education program; participants share equity, often receive $10–$20K each.
Pioneer
$20K for 1% equity (or advisory only); virtual startup contest with mentors.
New Enterprise Associates (NEA)
One of the world's largest multi-stage venture capital firms, investing across technology and healthcare since 1977.
Bessemer Venture Partners (BVP)
Global multi-stage venture capital firm with a long history of backing enterprise, consumer and healthcare companies.
TKS World 2026
TKS (The Knowledge Society) is a 10-month innovation program for teens ages 13–17 that blends emerging technology exploration, project-based learning, and mentorship to help students build real solutions and future skills. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Z Fellows
A one-week accelerator connecting early-stage technical builders with billion-dollar founders for mentorship and lifelong support.
General Catalyst
Global investment and transformation firm partnering with founders from seed through growth to build resilient, AI-enabled companies.
Google for Startups Accelerator
Equity-free accelerator: no cash funding, but up to $100K GCP credits.
Hummingbird VC
Global seed investors backing outlier founders across deep tech, AI, SaaS, fintech and healthcare.
Lightspeed Venture Partners
Lightspeed Venture Partners (LSVP) is a multi‑stage venture capital firm that backs bold founders and disruptive innovations with capital and strategic support from early seed to later growth stages.
What You'll Find
- Average funding: $151k per opportunity
- Average duration: 1 month
- Global: Global programs offer opportunities that transcend geographical boundaries, allowing participation from anywhere in the world.
- Specialized programs: Opportunities tagged with global
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
- Reach out to program alumni or current participants to gain insights into the application process
TKS World 2026
TKS (The Knowledge Society) is a 10-month innovation program for teens ages 13–17 that blends emerging technology exploration, project-based learning, and mentorship to help students build real solutions and future skills. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Battery Ventures
Global, technology-focused investment firm backing companies from early stage through buyouts.
General Catalyst
Global investment and transformation firm partnering with founders from seed through growth to build resilient, AI-enabled companies.
Bessemer Venture Partners (BVP)
Global multi-stage venture capital firm with a long history of backing enterprise, consumer and healthcare companies.
New Enterprise Associates (NEA)
One of the world's largest multi-stage venture capital firms, investing across technology and healthcare since 1977.
Antler
Global early-stage investor providing $200–$250K for ~8–9% equity in a 6-week residency.
Hummingbird VC
Global seed investors backing outlier founders across deep tech, AI, SaaS, fintech and healthcare.
Z Fellows
A one-week accelerator connecting early-stage technical builders with billion-dollar founders for mentorship and lifelong support.
Lightspeed Venture Partners
Lightspeed Venture Partners (LSVP) is a multi‑stage venture capital firm that backs bold founders and disruptive innovations with capital and strategic support from early seed to later growth stages.
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.
Founder Institute
16-week pre-seed accelerator/education program; participants share equity, often receive $10–$20K each.