Soma Fellows is a program for exceptional student builders or founders creating the next generation of transformative companies. We provide up to $1M in uncapped SAFE funding and access to our world-class network of investors, founders, and industry leaders.
Soma Capital Fellowship Overview
Here’s a quick snapshot of what the Soma Capital Fellowship offers in terms of structure, funding, and focus areas:
Program Type: Fully remote with optional in-person networking events (e.g., dinners, NBA games)
Location: Global (remote access)
Investment: $100,000 via uncapped SAFE
Equity Taken: 0% equity
Program Duration: 6 weeks to 3 months (varies by cohort)
Program Fee: None
Stage: Pre-seed / idea stage to early traction
Industries of Focus: AI, B2B SaaS, deep tech, technical innovation
Pro Tip: Best suited for technical founders with high-potential ideas—not for traditional e-commerce or consumer goods startups.
Startups receive $100,000 via an uncapped SAFE—with 0% equity taken. This offers a flexible funding model without early-stage dilution.
Fellows connect with founders from Soma Capital’s portfolio (e.g., Deel, Ramp, Ironclad) in fireside chats and workshops, receiving tactical advice from those who’ve scaled.
Weekly office hours provide direct mentorship from the Soma investment team—personalized support that past fellows found invaluable.
Workshops on fundraising, customer acquisition, and product development help founders level up quickly with focused guidance.
Gain customer and investor access through Soma’s relationships with Fortune 500 execs, top-tier VCs, and even YC insiders.
Fellows pitch their ventures in a virtual Demo Day, with Soma actively facilitating investor introductions post-presentation.
The fellowship is conducted entirely online via platforms like Slack, giving founders global access without relocation.
Optional dinners, Q&A panels, and even NBA games (via Vivek Ranadive’s Sacramento Kings connection) offer exclusive networking experiences.
receive up to $1m uncapped
Pre-seed, seed
Main Address
San Francisco, California, United States
New York , New York, United States