Resource Directory
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Accelerators, incubators, co-working spaces, investors, grants, legal help, and communities — curated for founders.
Y Combinator
San Francisco, CA
The world's most influential startup accelerator. 3-month program, $500K for 7% equity. Twice yearly cohorts (W and S).
Techstars
Boulder, CO
Global network of accelerators running in 40+ cities. 3-month program, $120K investment for 6% equity. Strong alumni network.
500 Global
San Francisco, CA
Global VC firm and accelerator with programs across the US, Asia, MENA, and Latin America. Strong in emerging markets.
WeWork
New York, NY
Global flexible workspace with 700+ locations across 38 countries. Month-to-month leases, meeting rooms, and startup perks program.
AngelList
San Francisco, CA
Platform connecting startups with angel investors and syndicates. Also home to AngelList Venture for rolling funds.
Indie Hackers
Remote, Global
Community of founders building profitable, sustainable online businesses. Revenue transparency, AMAs, and peer support.
Product Hunt
San Francisco, CA
Community to discover and share new tech products. Launching on Product Hunt is a key GTM strategy for many startups.
SBIR / STTR Program
Washington, DC
US federal grants for small businesses doing R&D. $150K–$1M+ in non-dilutive funding across 11 federal agencies. No equity required.
US Small Business Administration
Washington, DC
Federal agency providing loans, grants, training, and support for small businesses. SBA loans up to $5M with favorable terms.
Clerky
Remote
Online legal platform for startup incorporation and legal documents. YC-standard docs, SAFE agreements, and equity automation.
Stripe Atlas
Remote, Global
Incorporate a US Delaware C Corp, open a bank account, and get Stripe payments in one place. $500 flat fee.
Plug and Play Tech Center
Sunnyvale, CA
Corporate innovation platform and accelerator with 50+ programs across industries worldwide. No equity taken in accelerator programs.
Antler
New York, NY
Global early-stage VC and accelerator that helps people build companies from scratch. Operates in 30+ cities. Co-founder matching available.
Pioneer
Remote, Global
Fully remote accelerator for founders anywhere in the world. Weekly tournament with peer voting. ~$50K grant with no equity for top performers.
Entrepreneur First
London, UK
Builds companies from talented individuals before they have an idea or co-founder. Programs in London, Singapore, Berlin, Paris, Bangalore, Toronto.
Alchemist Accelerator
San Francisco, CA
Enterprise-focused accelerator in the Bay Area. Strong corporate connections and B2B focus. ~$36K for 5% equity.
HAX
Newark, NJ
Hardware-focused accelerator backed by SOSV. Program split between Shenzhen and the US. $250K for 9%.
IndieBio
San Francisco, CA
Biotech and life science accelerator run by SOSV. Programs in SF and NYC. $250K for 8%. Focus on science-based startups.
Dreamit Ventures
New York, NY
Accelerator focused on healthtech, urban tech, and security. Market validation program, ~$150K for equity.
MIT Deshpande Center
Cambridge, MA
MIT's technology innovation hub. Provides grants and mentorship to MIT-affiliated startups. Focus on deep tech and hard science.
StartX
Stanford, CA
Stanford-affiliated non-profit accelerator. No equity taken. Access to Stanford network, advisors, and resources.
NYU Urban Future Lab
New York, NY
NYC-based incubator focused on clean energy, sustainable cities, and built environment startups. Part of NYU ecosystem.
1871 Chicago
Chicago, IL
Non-profit tech hub and incubator in Chicago. 400+ member startups, mentorship, events. Focus on Midwest ecosystem.
Regus / IWG
Luxembourg, Global
World's largest flexible workspace provider. 3,500+ locations in 120 countries. Day passes, hot desks, and private offices.
Industrious
New York, NY
Premium co-working with 100+ locations in the US. Known for hospitality-focused experience and private suites.
Common Desk
Dallas, TX
Community-focused co-working with locations across the South and Midwest US. Competitive pricing, strong community events.
Galvanize
San Francisco, CA
Tech-focused co-working and education campus in San Francisco and New York. Strong tech community and learning programs.
Second Home
London, UK
Design-forward co-working in London, Lisbon, Hollywood, and Miami. Known for biophilic design and creative community.
Founders Network
San Francisco, CA
Peer mentorship network for seed-stage tech founders. 600+ startup founders sharing insights and intros. Membership-based.
SV Angel
San Francisco, CA
Seed-stage VC firm with portfolio including Google, Twitter, Airbnb. Primarily invests in companies coming out of YC and top accelerators.
First Round Capital
San Francisco, CA
Seed-stage VC firm known for founder community and platform. Portfolio includes Uber, Square, Notion. Based in SF and NYC.
Hacker News
San Francisco, CA
Y Combinator's tech community forum. "Show HN" posts are a powerful launch channel for technical products.
On Deck
San Francisco, CA
Fellowship and community for ambitious founders, operators, and investors. Cohort-based programs and strong peer network.
Female Founders Alliance
Seattle, WA
Community, accelerator, and fund for women-led startups. Programs, events, and investor connections.
Latinx Founders
New York, NY
Community and resources for Latinx entrepreneurs. Events, mentorship, and connection to Latinx investors.
SCORE
Herndon, VA
Free business mentoring from retired executives and entrepreneurs. 10,000+ volunteer mentors, 300+ chapters across the US.
Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs)
Nationwide
Free consulting and low-cost training for small businesses. 1,000+ locations nationwide in partnership with SBA.
EU Innovation Council (EIC)
Brussels, EU
EU program providing grants and investment up to €17.5M for deep tech and innovative startups. Open to EU-based companies.
Cooley GO
Remote
Free legal resources, document generator, and startup law tools from top startup law firm Cooley. Widely used for legal templates.
Gunderson Dettmer
Redwood City, CA
Leading venture capital and startup law firm. Specializes in early-stage startup formation, fundraising, and exits.
YC Founder Matching
Remote, Global
Y Combinator's co-founder matching tool and startup resources. Open to anyone building a startup, not just YC alumni.
Clarity.fm
Remote, Global
Connect with startup advisors and experts for on-demand phone calls. Pay per minute. 1,000+ vetted entrepreneurs and investors.
MicroMentor
Remote, Global
Free mentorship matching platform connecting entrepreneurs with business mentors. 60,000+ mentors worldwide.