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Founder Institute

Founder Institute

Founder Institute Germany
Open NowAccelerator
Funding
-
Equity
2.5%
Deadline
Oct 13, 2026
Official Website

Program Context

The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over 9,000 entrepreneurs raise over 2BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.

Key Details

Type
Accelerator
Format
Hybrid
Duration
3 months
Frequency
Twice per year
Cost
€1,100 - Entrance Fee
Languages
English

Funding & Equity

Model
Services
Equity
2.5%
Equity Details
Warrant, see https://fi.co/equity

Additional Offering

💭 Mentoring/Coaching🧑‍🏫 Workshops

Industries & Stages

Industries
AICybersecurityConsumerMobilityEnergySaaSFintechHealth TechIndustry agnosticDeep TechClimateE-CommerceIoT
Stages
IdeaPre-Seed

Requirements

Working on a business idea that can grow into a scalable startup & master the Entrepreneur DNA test

Who is it for?

Best For
First-time foundersFemale FoundersAcademic spin-offsInternational teamsSolo foundersNon-academicsIdea stagePart-time commitmentRelocation-averse

Insider Tips

  • Validate early and fast
  • Do not start building before initial validation
  • Be open for feedback and support and you will grow

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