# HF0 Residency

> Intensive 12-week live-in accelerator writing a $1M SAFE for 5% (or $500K + 3%).

- **Organizer:** HF0 (Residency)
- **Category:** accelerator
- **Region:** North America
- **Country:** United States
- **Votes:** 0
- **Apply:** [https://www.hf0.com](https://www.hf0.com)
- **Page:** https://fellows.best/opportunity/hf0-residency-2025
- **Markdown:** https://fellows.best/opportunity/hf0-residency-2025.md

**Deadline:** Rolling (apply anytime)

**Funding:** 1000000 USD (equity-based), 5% equity

**Duration:** 12 weeks

**Tags:** equity-based, accelerator, immersive, tech, in-person

## About

HF0 (previously Hacking the Future Observatory) runs a 12-week live-in residency ('hacker monastery') in San Francisco for repeat technical founders. Participants receive $1,000,000 via an uncapped SAFE for 5% of the company (or an alternative $500K + 3% equity). The program is highly intensive, culture-focused, and invite-only. Only experienced startup builders are typically admitted.

## What you'll get

- $1,000,000 funding (uncapped SAFE) for 5% (or $500K + 3%)
- 12-week live-in residency in San Francisco
- Very hands-on technical and strategy support
- Access to private investor network for follow-on rounds

## Eligibility

Repeat technical founders with prior startup experience; applicants must be ready for an all-in living program in SF and have a strong prototype or traction.

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