Grants - Funding
Find top grant programs for funding.

Afore Grants
100% non‐dilutive microgrants of $1,000 for high‐agency builders aged 21 or younger in North America, paired with mentorship and program support.

Edge City SHIFT Grants
Tiered grants ($5K–$40K) for d/acc projects in biosecurity, cyber defense, info resilience, physical resilience, neurotech & social technology.
Afore Grants
100% non‐dilutive microgrants of $1,000 for high‐agency builders aged 21 or younger in North America, paired with mentorship and program support.
Edge City SHIFT Grants
Tiered grants ($5K–$40K) for d/acc projects in biosecurity, cyber defense, info resilience, physical resilience, neurotech & social technology.
What You'll Find
- Grant: Grants offer non-dilutive funding for projects, research, and initiatives without requiring equity in return.
- Average funding: $1k per opportunity
- Funding: These opportunities emphasize financial support, offering grants, investments, or stipends to help you focus on building without financial stress.
Benefits
- $1,000 in non‐dilutive funding
- Paired mentorship from an experienced founder and an investor
- Weekly office hours, talks, and support
- Access to office space
- Option to join a demo day
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
- Understand the difference between equity-based and equity-free funding to make informed decisions
- Consider how much funding you actually need versus what's available to avoid over-dilution

Afore Grants
100% non‐dilutive microgrants of $1,000 for high‐agency builders aged 21 or younger in North America, paired with mentorship and program support.

Edge City SHIFT Grants
Tiered grants ($5K–$40K) for d/acc projects in biosecurity, cyber defense, info resilience, physical resilience, neurotech & social technology.