A long-term home for ambitious builders in emerging tech.
Founders, Inc. backs early founders with checks of up to $250k, investing primarily in AI/ML, AR/VR, gaming, hardware, Web3, dev tools, and consumer tech. Their model blends funding with a deep, hands-on support system rather than a traditional accelerator or VC setup.
Accepted founders get a dedicated seat on the F.inc Campus in San Francisco, surrounded by prolific builders, daily community lunches, office hours, events, media resources, a hardware lab, and ongoing support. There are no pitch decks—founders apply, build on campus for a short trial, and decisions are made based on real traction and execution.
They take 4–7% equity, offer long-term residency rather than a fixed cohort timeline, and often support founders before and after programs like YC. Founders join when they have a clear direction, early traction, and a strong point of view on what they’re building. Those not yet ready can join shorter 4–6 week programs to build momentum and prepare for funding.
Founders, Inc. is designed for builders with curiosity, technical drive, ambition, and a distinctive perspective—founders who want a community, not just capital.
San Francisco, California, United States