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Subscribe To VIP Access, get all the workshops above for free and get free tickets to: Women in AI New Year Breakfast: Latest Investments Trends & Technologies @ Exclusive Cow Hollow Mansion,  Founders Bay Talks: AI For Good – 2025 Trends Shaping a Better Future @ Rivian, Online Workshop: Steps to Build a Gen AI MVP, GenAI & Emerging Tech GITPRO World Conference, Founders Bay Expert Office Hours: Startup Legal Advice, Founders Bay Virtual Workshop - Choosing and Forming the Right Business Entity for Your Startup, Founders Bay Expert Office Hours: Startup Advice with Mariane Bekker, Virtual Fundraising Bootcamp: Raise a pre-seed/seed round, Founders Bay Expert Office Hours: Go To Market Advice with Darwinian Ventures, Exclusive Seed/Series A Founders & VC Dinner @ Cow Hollow Mansion

🗓️ Monday, Jan 20

👉 Transfer of Power & Pancakes at General Lithium (9AM-12PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​Join us at General Lithium for Transfer of Power & Pancakes, a one-of-a-kind inauguration ceremony pancake breakfast! As the United States celebrates the peaceful transfer of power at the 60th Presidential Inauguration, we’re bringing the spirit of unity, optimism, and syrup-drenched enthusiasm to our San Francisco community.

👉 Walrus and Chill - Tech Talk & Happy Hour (6PM-9PM)
📍 Palo Alto
💬 ​Join the Sui community and team for their first South Bay event of the year!
​Spend your afternoon learning about Sui and Walrus, and connecting with web3 operators, founders, and investors. Participate in activations and enjoy a lively happy hour.
​Can’t wait to see you there!

🗓️ Tuesday, Jan 21

👉 Biotech Showcase (Virtual) (7AM-10PM)
📍 Online
💬 Biotech Showcase is a premier investor conference committed to creating a platform for private and micro-mid-cap biotechnology companies, offering them a unique opportunity to showcase their innovations and engage one-to-one with investors and biopharmaceutical executives.

👉 Founders Run & Coffee! (7AM-9AM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​Join Founders Common for our weekly early morning run with other founders, operators & creatives! Come run and then hang out afterward to chat with new friends across the startup community over coffee.
​This event is free & open to everyone – Founders Common members, guests & brand new friends!

👉 8th Annual Neuroscience Innovation Forum (Virtual) (9AM-9PM)
📍 Online

👉 ACCESS CHINA Partnering Forum @ JPM 2025 Virtual Roadshow Session Post-JPM Week (9AM-10PM)
📍 Online
💬 During the 3-week event, we will host Online Showcases for international and China biotech companies for presentations, a Dinner Reception to gather senior management from both international and China pharma for networking, and 1×1 meetings with Yafo clients for partnering opportunities.

👉 Founders Bay Virtual Workshop: Steps to Build a Gen AI MVP (12PM-1PM) [HOSTED BY ME]
📍 Online
💬 ​Ready to bring your AI idea to life? Join us for this hands-on workshop, where we’ll walk you through the essential steps to build a Generative AI Minimum Viable Product (MVP). Whether you’re an early-stage founder or a product manager, you’ll learn how to define your use case, choose the right tools, and launch a functional prototype. Want to attend for free? Subscribe to a Growth or VIP Access?

👉 Unlocking Oral Health with Blockchain: BrushO at Stanford (1PM-4PM)
📍 Stanford
💬 Have you ever thought about how blockchain could enhance your everyday life?
​Join us at the Stanford Faculty Club for an exclusive event featuring BrushO’s CEO, live demonstrations of BrushO—the first blockchain-powered toothbrush—and expert opinions on the future of healthcare and blockchain.
​Discover how Fully Smart Brushing (FSB) technology is redefining oral care, improving health, and making every brushing experience more rewarding.

👉 SF Game Development Featuring: Tipalti, TryHard Esports & Fabulationary (5:30PM-9PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​SF Game Development is thrilled to kickoff 2025 with a new meetup featuring a panel discussion with Tipalti, Tryhard Esports, and Fabulationary at DNA Lounge on Tuesday, January 21st from 5:30pm-9:00pm. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from industry experts, who will take the stage at 7:00 pm.

👉 Tomorrow's Sky: Introducing the Pivotal Helix (5:30PM-8:30PM)
📍 Palo Alto
💬 Join us at Pivotal HQ for an evening to explore the Helix, the world’s first powered-lift, electric vertical takeoff and landing ultralight aircraft (eVTOL). Engage with industry experts, including Pivotal’s Head of Flight, Kristina Menton, who will provide insights into the innovative design and capabilities of the Helix.

👉 Founders & Influencers SF meetup (5:45PM-8PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​Join us for an exclusive founders & influencers gathering!
​There's a lot of people in town and we want to connect and have an amazing time.
​Lightning panel + some pizzas/drinks while you mix and mingle.

👉 Reid Hoffman: Superagency and Our AI Future (6PM-7PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 The advent of artificial intelligence has spawned numerous nightmare scenarios of a runaway technology negatively affecting everything from jobs to national security to individual rights. Now Reid Hoffman shares his unique insider’s perspective on an AI-powered future, making the case for its potential to unlock a world of possibilities. Imagine AI tutors personalizing education for each child, researchers rapidly discovering cures for diseases like Alzheimer's and cancer, and AI advisors empowering people to navigate complex systems and achieve their goals.

👉 You Raised, Now What? Hacking Hypergrowth with Z Venture Capital (VC Arm of Yahoo! Japan and LINE) (6PM-9PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​Are you an early stage founder who just raised and is trying to scale? Let's discuss growth strategies with Z Venture Capital (VC Arm of Yahoo! Japan and LINE) and network with other founders, investors and industry experts!
​This event is hosted by Qlay, Z Venture Capital and Open Network Lab (ONLab).

👉 Low-Key Data Happy Hour - San Francisco (6PM-8:30PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​Kicking off our 2025 low-key data happy hour program. No sponsors, no talks, just data folks connecting to talk data (and whatever else they fancy)

🗓️ Wednesday, Jan 22

👉 Navigating AI Hiring in 2025: What Every Hiring Manager Needs to Know (12PM-12:30PM)
📍 Remote
💬 The hiring landscape is evolving rapidly with the rise of AI-driven processes and tools. Join us for an engaging webinar, “Navigating AI Hiring in 2025,” where we’ll explore critical insights for hiring managers and recruiters.

👉 -1 To D'Angelo (2:30PM-4:30PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​South Park Commons is delighted to host Adam D'Angelo as part of our -1 to Now series!
​Adam D'Angelo is the cofounder and CEO of Quora, cofounder of AI startup Poe, board member of OpenAI and Asana, and former CTO of Facebook. He holds a degree in Computer Science from Caltech.

👉 AI Tools Hack Night at GitHub (4PM-9PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​​​Join us for another incredibly fun Hack Night at GitHub! This event is presented by Weaviate.

👉 AI Agents in B2B :: Founders Bay Pitch Series w/Aiify.io (5PM-8PM) [HOSTED BY ME]
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​AI Agents are transforming the way B2B companies work, driving new levels of efficiency, productivity, and innovation.
​At this Pitch Night, 10 innovative startups will showcase how they’re shaping the future of B2B with AI. Join us to see cutting-edge ideas, connect with founders, and explore the exciting potential of AI in business.

👉 How To DAO Book Launch (5PM-8PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​Join us in San Francisco for the exclusive launch of How To DAO, the definitive guide to the next evolution of organizations. This special event brings together co-author Puncar and DAO visionary Kevin Owocki (Founder of Gitcoin) for an engaging conversation about the transformative power of Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs).

👉 1/22 Carbon Removal Tour @ Charm Industrial (5:30PM-6:30PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 The United Nations IPCC report now requires 10 billion tons/year of carbon removal by 2050, alongside steep emission reductions.

👉 HealthTech + AI : The Investment Landscape (5:30PM-7:30PM)
📍 Berkeley
💬 ​​The integration of AI into healthcare is driving unprecedented growth and innovation in the Health-tech sector. From groundbreaking startups to leading healthcare companies, AI is reshaping the landscape. Join us for an engaging discussion with Healthtech experts and startup founders leveraging AI to transform their products and revolutionize the industry. Enjoy a range of vintages by Noria Wines & small bites.

👉 B.E.L.L.E Startup Showcase & Networking (5:30PM-8:30PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 Kick off 2025 with inspiration, innovation, and impactful connections at B.E.L.L.E.’s Startup Showcase & Networking Event in San Francisco! 🎉
​DINNER AND DRINKS ARE PROVIDED! 🥂
​Join us for an evening of dynamic pitches from some of the most promising startups in the region, networking with founders, investors, and industry leaders, and an exciting opportunity to celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit.

👉 AI Agent Founder Dinner w Brooke Hopkins, Founder @ Coval (YC S24) (6PM-8:30PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​An intimate dinner with the top AI Agent founders in the Bay Area.
We're delighted to have Brooke Hopkins join as a special guest. Brooke previously led evaluation infrastructure at Waymo, and is using her experience to create evals for AI Voice & Chat Agents.

👉 AI Product Security Dinner (Cupertino) (6PM-9PM)
📍 Cupertino
💬 ​Join us for networking and dinner at a stylish steakhouse venue with fellow security and product leaders at the cutting edge of building and securing AI applications, hosted by Pangea's CEO Oliver Friedrichs and CTO Sourabh Satish.

👉 Startup Pitch Event by Startup Valley in San Francisco (6PM-9PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 We host networking events every week, bringing together startups and investors from a variety of industries. This is a unique opportunity to connect with top entrepreneurs and venture capitalists, exchange ideas, and grow your business network. Don’t miss your chance to pitch your startup, gain valuable insights from industry experts, and secure potential funding. See you at the event!

👉 Compound AI Systems: January/MTV (6:30PM-9PM)
📍 Mountain View
💬 Welcome to the fourth event in the Compound AI Systems meetup series for Fall/Winter 24/25!

👉 San Jose Meetup with Health Tech Nerds (6:30PM-8:30PM)
📍 San Jose
💬 ​A casual happy hour for folks working or interested in healthcare/health tech to hang out and get to know one another! Anyone is welcome to attend.

👉 BristleCon 2025 (8AM-5PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​We’re excited to announce BristleCon 2025, the second annual developer conference for the Bristlemouth community! Following the success of our inaugural event, we’re returning to Sofar Ocean HQ in downtown San Francisco for two days of hands-on workshops, networking, inspiring talks, and more.

👉 Qdrant AI Builders: Agentic RAG for Beginners @ AWS Loft (9AM-3PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​If you're a beginner, this workshop is where you'll learn to build AI apps from scratch.
If you're advanced, we'll teach you new tips and tricks to level up your skills with AI agents.
​Join us at the AWS GenAI Loft for a hands-on workshop on AI agents powered by Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). Learn how to use Qdrant, CrewAI, and n8n to build Agentic AI applications.

👉 Women in AI New Year Breakfast: Latest Investments Trends & Technologies @ Exclusive Cow Hollow Mansion (10AM-11:30AM) [HOSTED BY ME]
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​​We’re hosting an exclusive dinner for Women AI founders at a beautiful Cow-hollow mansion. This event brings together leading voices from the world of AI, venture capital, and technology to explore the latest investment trends, breakthrough technologies, and the transformative role of women in shaping the future of AI. Want to attend for free? Subscribe to a VIP Access?

👉 Founders Bay Virtual Workshop: Scaling to $50M ARR: The 4 Marketing Pillars of Hypergrowth (11AM-12PM) [HOSTED BY ME]
📍 Online
💬 ​Discover the proven framework for driving pipeline and efficiently acquiring new customers. In this first of a two-part series, we’ll reveal the foundational elements that fueled a $50M go-to-market (GTM) strategy. Want to attend for free? Subscribe to a Growth or VIP Access?

👉 AI Innovators Forum (3PM-5PM)
📍 Redwood City
💬 ​Are you ready to be inspired by the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs? Join us for an empowering afternoon at the Founders Pitch Event, where visionary technologists will showcase their groundbreaking ideas and startups.

👉 Unicorn Battle in Silicon Valley (5PM-8PM)
📍 Sunnyvale
💬 This event is part of the one-day Sand Hill Acceleration Program:
​Where Startups participate in small group meetings with VCs, Mentors, and Advisers

👉 Buzz & Brew Happy Hour: API Dev Tools (5PM-7PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​Join us for drinks, networking, and engaging conversations with API experts and dev tool enthusiasts!
​We’re excited to host our first API Dev Tool Happy Hour of the year: Buzz & Brews!
​Kickstart the new year with opportunities to connect with developers, founders, engineers, and tech leads while diving into the latest trends and innovations in APIs and developer tools.
​The evening will feature casual networking, thought-provoking discussions, and all things API —all over refreshing drinks and small bites.

👉 AI/ML Infra Meetup with Anyscale & Alluxio (San Francisco) (5PM-8PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​Join us for an exciting AI/ML infra meetup in San Francisco hosted by Alluxio and Anyscale. Discover how industry leaders are revolutionizing AI infrastructure - from accelerating model training pipelines and optimizing inference at scale, to building robust AI deployment systems and implementing intelligent caching strategies.

👉 13th Peninsula ClimateTech Coffee and Happy Hour (5PM-9PM)
📍 Redwood City
💬 Welcomed to Socialize, Eat, Drink, Partner.

👉 Silicon Valley Founders & Investors-Networking Mixer (5PM-8PM)
📍 Fremont

👉 Founders Bay Talks: AI For Good – 2025 Trends Shaping a Better Future @ Rivian (5:30PM-8:30PM) [HOSTED BY ME]
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​Join us for an inspiring evening at Founders Bay and Rivian as we explore the transformative potential of AI for Good in 2025. You’ll hear from top investors & founders and get a chance to test drive a Rivian! Want to attend for free? Subscribe to a VIP Access?

👉 San Francisco Startup Comedy Roast w/Puzzle & Brex (5:30PM-8:30PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​Not-So-Daily Stand Up Comedy is bringing the stand up meeting to San Francisco again! This time, Brex and Puzzle are teaming up to put fire to SF's finest startups in the second edition of the Start Up Roast series!

👉 From Startup to IPO: How to Build an Effective Legal Department (5:30PM-7:30PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 Insightful event on navigating the journey of the legal department from startup to IPO and beyond. Learn from our excellent speakers

👉 AI For Developers #22 (6PM-9PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​Join us at our monthly AI for Developers event to dive deep into AI development, machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, AI programming, and AI algorithms.

👉 Community-built, open-source, and loyal AGI with Sentient (6PM-9PM)
📍 Palo Alto
💬 Sentient AI will present about building a community-built open AGI
Positioned at the center of AI x Crypto, Sentient’s research is centered on unlocking the world’s engineering talent to create competitive open-source AI that is built with and owned by the community.

👉 🌟 The Future of AI Interfaces (w/ OpenAI) 🌟 (6PM-8PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 Dive into an exploration of the next wave of generative web interfaces on January 23 in SF.
​Karina Nguyen leads a research team at OpenAI, creating new interaction paradigms for reasoning interfaces and capabilities. She is responsible for the creation of ChatGPT tasks, ChatGPT canvas, streaming chain-of-thought for o1 models, Claude in Slack, and more via novel synthetic model training. Previously, as a product engineer/designer, Karina worked on R&D prototypes, engineering tools, and product features with teams at Primer.ai, Dropbox, Square, and the New York Times.

👉 🧠 GenAI Collective 🧠 Marin 1st Birthday Social (6PM-9PM)
📍 San Rafael
💬 Join us to celebrate 1 year of GenAI Collective North Bay with casual networking and AI-related conversation at this delicious micro-brewery in San Rafael.
​This event is for people of all roles that work in, or are interested in AI, and are based in Marin or Sonoma. Cool people from further afield are always welcome 🙂
​There is no set agenda for this one. Just show up, sample some local brews, and go find your people!

🗓️ Friday, Jan 24

👉 Pitch & Pace - Run Palo Alto (8:45AM-10:30AM)
📍 Palo Alto
💬 Join us in Palo Alto for a unique networking event where founders and investors connect—while running!
Every other Friday we’ll run 3 - 4 miles at a pace that works for everyone, followed by coffee and great conversations. It's the perfect chance to pitch ideas, build your network, make friends, and have fun!

👉 Founders Bay Virtual Workshop - From SaaS to Digital Workers (11AM-12PM) [HOSTED BY ME]
📍 Online
💬 ​​Join us for an exciting workshop led by Akash Saraf, Founder of TheAgentic, where you'll learn how to move beyond traditional Software as a Service (SaaS) tools and embrace Digital Workers to enhance your business operations. This hands-on session will guide you through the steps to integrate intelligent digital assistants into your daily workflows, boosting efficiency and collaboration.

👉 Food Tour & Tech :: SF (5:30PM-7PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​Are you in tech and love food? Whether you are a tech builder, founder, investor, or professional, this tour is for you to seek collaboration through connection- while exploring some of SF’s best food scenes and supporting small businesses.

👉 Legal AI: Transforming Justice, Compliance, and Innovation (5:30PM-8PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​In a world where artificial intelligence is revolutionizing industries, the legal field is poised for transformative change. Join us for EchoHer's Legal AI Panel. This inspiring evening brings together thought leaders in AI, law, and entrepreneurship to explore how cutting-edge Legal AI is reshaping justice, ensuring compliance, and unlocking groundbreaking opportunities for innovation.

👉 Lunar New Year Kickoff Mixer (6PM-10PM)
📍 Santa Clara
💬 ### Celebrate. Connect. Thrive.
Step into the Year of the Snake with VABA’s Lunar New Year Kickoff Mixer, an exciting evening where business and culture unite. This exclusive event combines high-impact networking, a Business Showcase of innovative companies and startups, and festive Lunar New Year celebrations to set the stage for a prosperous 2025.

👉 SF Bay Area Tech AI & Startups DinnerGroup (6:30PM-9:30PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 Join a friendly Tech dinner group in SF Bay Area for conversations about Tech AI & Startups and grow your network every Wednesday and Friday.

🗓️ Saturday, Jan 25

👉 Women in AI RAG Hackathon @ Stanford (8:30AM-8PM)
📍 Stanford
💬 ​Celebrate and empower women in AI at the Women in AI RAG Hackathon in Palo Alto! In partnership with Zilliz and Women Who Do Data (W2D2), this hackathon invites women technologists to explore and build Retrieval-Augmented Generation using open-source vector database technology. Connect, learn, and push the boundaries of AI technology in a supportive and inspiring environment!

👉 GenAI & Emerging Tech GITPRO World Conference (8:30AM-5:30PM)
📍 Milpitas
💬 🚀 GITPRO World 2025 is the 10th annual day long conference on technology and entrepreneurship:

• ​30+ accomplished speakers from startups to enterprises including CEOs/CTOs/Directors/Senior Managers etc. ✅

• ​3 Parallel Tracks 👾

• ​30+ Topics 📈

• ​4 Keynote speakers 👩🏽‍💻

• ​Expected 750+ attendees 👥

• Want to attend for free? Subscribe to a VIP Access?

👉 Founders Running Club :: San Francisco (9:30AM-11AM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​Founders Running Club (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome.

👉 Women Rise to Lead | Brunch and Panel (11AM-1PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​Come for the insights, stay for the vibes—and leave with a new perspective and a next-level network.
​This isn’t your typical professional event - this is the kind of Saturday you dream of - delicious food, game-changing insights, and conversations that make you want to grab another mug of coffee/tea.

👉 Book club: Thinking with Type (1PM-3PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 Thinking With Type, by Ellen Lupton, is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to typography. The book covers the history, principles, and applications of typefaces. It's a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the visual language of text.
​We're a not-for-profit focused on building an inclusive design community and encouraging design thinking for all. We host social and education events several times a month.

👉 Design book club (1PM-3PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​_Thinking With Type,_ by Ellen Lupton, is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to typography. The book covers the history, principles, and applications of typefaces. It's a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the visual language of text.

👉 🤖 AI & B2B SMB/Enterprise Tech: Insights from Industry Titans (Hubspot, Informatica, Turing, Indeed) (3PM-5PM)
📍 Mountain View
💬 ​🔥Join us for an evening of transformative insights, where the brightest minds in AI and B2B innovation come together to share their expertise. Whether you're a startup founder, investor, or anyone interested in AI and enterprise, this event is your opportunity to uncover how cutting-edge AI technologies are reshaping the B2B landscape!

👉 ACCELR8 | Hacker Hotpot + Korean BBQ w/ Mission Dolores Manor (6PM-10:30PM)
📍 San Francisco
💬 ​​​Welcome to the ACCELR8 & Mission Dolores Manor all-you-can-eat hot pot + Korean BBQ dinner hosted at the Mission Dolores Manor.
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🗓️ Jan 27 to Feb 2 - Upcoming Events

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1. Y Combinator (YC)

Y Combinator is one of the most prestigious startup accelerators globally, renowned for its rigorous selection process and extensive alumni network, including Dropbox, Airbnb, and Stripe. Startups receive substantial funding, mentorship from industry leaders, and access to a community of successful entrepreneurs.

• 📍 Location: San Francisco, CA

• 🚀 Start Date: Spring 2025

• 💰 Upfront Cost: None

• 💸 Investment: $125k for 7% equity plus $375k uncapped MFN SAFE

• 🗓️ Deadline to Apply: February 1

• ⏳ Duration: 3 months

• 🔗 Apply: Y Combinator Application

2. 500 Global Flagship Accelerator Program

Formerly known as 500 Startups, this flagship program emphasizes growth and scaling. Participants receive a comprehensive curriculum, mentorship from seasoned entrepreneurs, and access to a broad network of investors, supporting startups across various sectors.

• 📍 Location: San Francisco, CA

• 💰 Upfront Cost: $37.5k program fee

• 💸 Investment: $150k for 6% equity plus $37.5k program fee

• 🗓️ Deadline to Apply: Rolling basis

• ⏳ Duration: Typically 4 months

• 🔗 Apply: 500 Global Flagship Application

3. Alchemist Accelerator

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1. Y Combinator (YC)

Y Combinator is one of the most prestigious startup accelerators globally, renowned for its rigorous selection process and extensive alumni network, including Dropbox, Airbnb, and Stripe. Startups receive substantial funding, mentorship from industry leaders, and access to a community of successful entrepreneurs.

• 📍 Location: San Francisco, CA

• 🚀 Start Date: Spring 2025

• 💰 Upfront Cost: None

• 💸 Investment: $125k for 7% equity plus $375k uncapped MFN SAFE

• 🗓️ Deadline to Apply: February 1

• ⏳ Duration: 3 months

• 🔗 Apply: Y Combinator Application

2. 500 Global Flagship Accelerator Program

Formerly known as 500 Startups, this flagship program emphasizes growth and scaling. Participants receive a comprehensive curriculum, mentorship from seasoned entrepreneurs, and access to a broad network of investors, supporting startups across various sectors.

• 📍 Location: San Francisco, CA

• 💰 Upfront Cost: $37.5k program fee

• 💸 Investment: $150k for 6% equity plus $37.5k program fee

• 🗓️ Deadline to Apply: Rolling basis

• ⏳ Duration: Typically 4 months

• 🔗 Apply: 500 Global Flagship Application

3. Alchemist Accelerator

Alchemist Accelerator is dedicated to early-stage ventures that generate revenue from enterprises. The program offers mentorship, funding, and access to a network of industry leaders, aiding startups in transforming innovative ideas into viable businesses.

• 📍 Location: San Francisco, CA

• 🚀 Start Date: February 7 2025

• 💰 Upfront Cost: None

• 💸 Investment: Average of $25k for 5% equity

• 🗓️ Deadline to Apply: December 27th

• ⏳ Duration: 6 months

• 🔗 Apply: Alchemist Accelerator Application

4. South Park Commons

South Park Commons is a vibrant community-driven accelerator that provides substantial investment and support to startups. The program fosters collaboration among entrepreneurs and offers resources to help scale businesses effectively.

• 📍 Location: San Francisco, CA

• 💸 Investment: $400k for 7% equity plus $600k in the next round

• 🚀 Start Date: March 2025

• 🗓️ Deadline to Apply: February 2

• 🔗 Apply: South Park Commons Application

5. Founder Institute

• 📍 Location: Virtual in SF

• 🚀 Start Date: April 8

• 💰 Upfront Cost: $799

• 💸 Investment: None

• 🗓️ Deadline to Apply: February 23

• 🔗 Apply: Application

6. Berkeley Skydeck

We support startups founded by UC Berkeley students, alumni, and faculty who are seeking to bring their scientific and technical discoveries to market, and commercialize groundbreaking UC Berkeley research.

• 📍 Location: Berkeley, CA

• 🚀 Start Date: May 5 2025

• 💰 Upfront Cost: None

• 💸 Investment: 

• 🗓️ Deadline to Apply: February 14th 2025

• 🔗 Apply: The Mint Application

7. a16z Crypto

• 📍 Location: San Francisco, CA

• 🚀 Start Date: Monthly

• 💰 Upfront Cost: None

• 🗓️ Deadline to Apply: February 17

• 🔗 Apply: Program Application

8. Antler

Antler is a global early-stage venture capital firm that supports founders from ideation to scaling. The program provides substantial funding, mentorship, and access to a diverse network of industry experts and investors.

• 📍 Locations: Austin, TX - San Francisco, CA - New York, NY

• 🚀 Start Date: March 18, 2025

• 💰 Upfront Cost: None specified

• 💸 Investment: $500k total; $200k for 8% equity plus $350k ARC

• 🗓️ Deadline to Apply: Rolling basis

• ⏳ Duration: Varies by cohort

• 🔗 Apply: Antler Application

9. HAX

HAX specializes in hardware startups, offering mentorship, funding, and access to manufacturing resources. The program is designed to help startups develop, prototype, and scale their hardware products efficiently.

• 📍 Location: San Francisco, CA

• 🚀 Start Date: Monthly

• 💰 Upfront Cost: None

• 💸 Investment: Up to $500k investment in exchange for equity

• 🗓️ Deadline to Apply: Rolling Basis

• 🔗 Apply: HAX Program Application

10. The Mint (FinTech)

The Mint focuses exclusively on FinTech startups, providing specialized mentorship, funding, and industry connections. The program aims to accelerate the growth of financial technology innovations through strategic support and investment.

• 📍 Location: San Francisco, CA

• 🚀 Start Date: March 2025

• 💰 Upfront Cost: None

• 💸 Investment: $500k for 10% equity

• 🗓️ Deadline to Apply: Rolling basis

• 🔗 Apply: The Mint Application

11. Greylock Edge

Greylock Edge offers flexible financing options tailored to the needs of startups at various stages. In addition to funding, participants receive substantial cloud credits and resources from leading tech companies, enhancing their operational capabilities.

• 📍 Location: Menlo Park, CA

• 💰 Upfront Cost: None

• 💸 Investment: Flexible financing from a priced seed round to an uncapped SAFE note, plus $500k+ in credits with AWS, Google, Microsoft, and more

• 🗓️ Deadline to Apply: Rolling basis

• 🔗 Apply: Greylock Edge Application

12. MuckerLab

 MuckerLab focuses on early-stage startups, offering investment, mentorship, and resources to help companies grow. The program emphasizes hands-on support and provides access to a network of entrepreneurs, advisors, and investors, fostering a collaborative environment for innovation.

• 📍 Location: Santa Monica

• 🚀 Start Date: Multiple cycles annually

• 💸 Investment: $125k for 7.5% equity

• 🗓️ Deadline to Apply: Rolling basis

• ⏳ Duration: 3 month + 

• 🔗 Apply: Application Link