by On Deck
On Deck Founder Fellowship (ODF) is a network-first program for founders at any stage. The format includes a one-week in-person sprint in San Francisco followed by a year-long community membership. It is especially valuable for founders looking for high-quality co-founder matches, advisors, and investor warm intros.
Year-long access to curated founder network
Structured introductions and team formation
Warm intros to seed-stage investors
~$1k suggested, no equity taken
Applications are reviewed in rolling batches, followed by interviews with the program team and mentors. Shortlisted teams complete a final panel review focused on traction, execution, and mission alignment.
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