Founder Programs | 500 Global

Our flagship accelerator

Our flagship accelerator, established in 2010, helps founders build and scale their startup with access to a supportive global network and guidance, coaching, and mentorship from those who’ve successfully done it before.

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Our global programs

Tailored programs focused on supporting founders locally, to scale globally.

Active Programs

Past Programs

USA

Flagship Accelerator

Our Flagship Accelerator in Palo Alto invests in early-stage tech startups across regions and industries thinking globally from Day 1.

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Canada

Alberta Innovates Accelerator powered by 500 Global

An accelerator program based in Alberta, Canada aiming to equip founders with tools and mentorship to scale and drive Alberta's tech innovation ecosystem.

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Canada

Alberta Innovates Growth Program powered by 500 Global

A 5-week program designed to equip Alberta-based startups with the knowledge, tools, and connections to raise their Pre-Series A or Series A round.

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Japan

J-StarX Silicon Valley Extended Program by 500 Global

Equipping Japanese startups with the knowledge, frameworks, and educational guidance needed for successful international growth.

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MENA

Sanabil Startup Unlocked by 500 Global

An immersive 5-day bootcamp designed to help individuals gain foundational knowledge and tools to take their idea to the next level!

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LATIN AMERICA

500 LatAm Program

Oferta de Inversión de US$300,000 y acceso a nuestro Programa de Acompañamiento personalizado.

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Eurasia

500 Global In Eurasia

The 500 Global Accelerator Program in Eurasia is tailor-made for ambitious tech startups operating in the dynamic Eurasia region.

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MENA

Sanabil Accelerator by 500 Global

500 Global is looking for the next generation of talented entrepreneurs in MENA through this accelerator program designed for tech startups with early traction.

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Egypt

500 Global in Egypt Seed Bootcamp

A focus-driven 5-day immersive program designed to help pre-seed/seed-stage startups in Egypt.

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Egypt

500 Global in Egypt Scale Up Program

A 7-week program designed to empower startups in Egypt at Pre-Series A or Series A stages.

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Global Launch

The Global Launch program is designed for tech startups that have achieved product-market fit in their home country and are ready to expand globally.

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In only a few minutes, we can help you understand which program best suits your needs with only a few additional details about your start-up.

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How we help founders build and scale

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Founder-first programming

Our programs are built to support you and where you need help – from validating ideas, customer discovery and growth, accelerating product-market fit and go-to-market, corporate leadership, sourcing talent, and more.

Exposure and access you want and need

Access to an extensive global network of venture capitalists and other ecosystem stakeholders to help take your startup to the next level and beyond including accessing new markets and geographies.

There’s more to venture than capital

Our curriculum, coaching, and mentorship are all designed to help you accelerate your journey while becoming a transformative leader.

A community of founders building together

Build alongside other founders to learn and grow together.

Strategic partnerships

500 Global helps international organizations advance their mission of fostering a globally competitive entrepreneurial ecosystem through our founder and venture education programs. Reach out today to discover how we can collaborate.

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Disclaimer

500 STARTUPS PROGRAMS, INVESTOR EDUCATION SERVICES, STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP CONSULTING SERVICES AND EVENTS ARE OPERATED BY 500 STARTUPS INCUBATOR, L.L.C. (“500 INCUBATOR”) AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE ANY ADVERTISEMENT OR SOLICITATION OF INTEREST TO INVEST INTO ANY INVESTMENT FUND WHICH IS MANAGED OR ADVISED BY ANY MEMBER OF THE 500 GLOBAL GROUP. 500 GLOBAL FUNDS DO NOT PARTICIPATE IN ANY REVENUE GENERATED BY THESE ACTIVITIES. 500 GLOBAL MAKES NO GUARANTEE AS TO THE SUCCESS OR GROWTH OF ANY COMPANY WHICH TAKES PART IN ANY 500 GLOBAL PROGRAM. ALL SUCH PROGRAMS AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD ANY CONTENT PROVIDED AS PART OF ANY SUCH PROGRAMS, SERVICES OR EVENTS BE CONSTRUED AS INVESTMENT, LEGAL, TAX OR ACCOUNTING ADVICE BY 500 GLOBAL OR ANY OF ITS AFFILIATES.

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