Accelerators & programs for builders.
7 open · $760K on the table · human-verified · updated daily
Accelerators, fellowships and builder programs that fund and back AI and web3 founders.
Y Combinator
Twice-yearly startup accelerator. Standard deal is $125K for 7% plus an uncapped MFN SAFE, with mentorship and Demo Day.
AI Grant
Accelerator for AI-native startups, providing investment plus large compute credits from partner cloud providers.
a16z Crypto Startup Accelerator (CSX)
Accelerator for early-stage crypto and web3 founders, combining funding with hands-on guidance from the a16z crypto team.
Z Fellows
One-week program for early founders and builders that includes a $10K investment and mentor introductions.
Encode Accelerator
Remote-first accelerator for early-stage web3 and AI startups, offering mentorship, technical support, and investor access.
Alliance
Crypto-focused accelerator and founder community providing investment, mentorship, and a demo day for web3 startups.
Base Camp
Token- and equity-stage accelerator for web3 startups, offering investment, token design support, and go-to-market help.
Programs, answered
What accelerators are open for AI and web3 founders?
Tensor Hack tracks open programs including Y Combinator, AI Grant, a16z crypto CSX, Alliance DAO, Encode and Z Fellows, with the funding amount and cohort length where they're public. Each links to the program's own application.
How much funding do these programs give?
It varies widely — from fixed-stipend fellowships to standard accelerator deals (e.g. YC's $125K + $375K). Where a figure is public we show it; otherwise confirm on the program's page.
Are the programs remote or in person?
Both. Many run hybrid or remote-first cohorts; the listing notes the format where it's known.
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