Pre seed Over $100k in North America
Discover handpicked technology programs for pre seed.
Forum Ventures
Forum Ventures is a venture capital firm and early‑stage partner that invests in pre‑seed and seed startups, especially in B2B SaaS and AI, while offering hands‑on programming, community, and accelerator‑style support.
AngelPad
10-week accelerator (NYC/SF) offering $120K for 7% equity.
RareBreed Ventures
RareBreed Ventures is a pre-seed venture capital fund that backs exceptional founders early, especially those outside major tech ecosystems. They write initial checks to help startups gain early traction and connect with broader investor networks.
Betaworks AI Camp
$500K investment from a Betaworks-led syndicate for AI startups.
Forum Ventures
Forum Ventures is a venture capital firm and early‑stage partner that invests in pre‑seed and seed startups, especially in B2B SaaS and AI, while offering hands‑on programming, community, and accelerator‑style support.
AngelPad
10-week accelerator (NYC/SF) offering $120K for 7% equity.
RareBreed Ventures
RareBreed Ventures is a pre-seed venture capital fund that backs exceptional founders early, especially those outside major tech ecosystems. They write initial checks to help startups gain early traction and connect with broader investor networks.
Betaworks AI Camp
$500K investment from a Betaworks-led syndicate for AI startups.
What You'll Find
- Average funding: $243k per opportunity
- Average duration: 3 months
- North America: Programs in North America provide access to leading tech companies, investors, and innovation centers across the United States and Canada.
- Pre seed: Pre-seed opportunities are designed for the earliest stage startups, providing initial funding and support to validate ideas and build MVPs.
Benefits
- Pre-seed and seed-stage investments (checks up to ~$250K)
- Early institutional capital for founders outside traditional tech hubs
- Support with strategy, product, and growth at pre-seed stage
- Connection to investor networks and co-investors
- Guidance on fundraising and scaling early traction
Application Tips
- 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
- Tailor your application to highlight how your project aligns with the program's goals and values
- 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
RareBreed Ventures
RareBreed Ventures is a pre-seed venture capital fund that backs exceptional founders early, especially those outside major tech ecosystems. They write initial checks to help startups gain early traction and connect with broader investor networks.
Forum Ventures
Forum Ventures is a venture capital firm and early‑stage partner that invests in pre‑seed and seed startups, especially in B2B SaaS and AI, while offering hands‑on programming, community, and accelerator‑style support.
Betaworks AI Camp
$500K investment from a Betaworks-led syndicate for AI startups.
AngelPad
10-week accelerator (NYC/SF) offering $120K for 7% equity.