by Schmidt Futures
The fellowship backs technical founders applying frontier science to pressing global problems. Fellows receive strategic coaching and connections to mission-aligned capital. The program strongly emphasizes technical rigor and social value.
USD 50k fellow support
Expert network across policy and science
Showcase opportunities with partners
Global peer cohort
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.
Techstars
Techstars Anywhere supports globally distributed teams with structured mentorship and investor introductions. The cohort model is intense and operator-led, with accountability each week. Founders gain a practical playbook for growth, hiring, and fundraising.
Google's cloud accelerator supports startups scaling machine learning and data infrastructure. Founders receive architecture guidance from product and engineering experts. The program is designed to improve reliability, velocity, and cost efficiency at scale.
Village Capital
Village Capital runs founder-first fellowships focused on inclusive innovation and measurable impact. The peer-selected model helps teams sharpen value propositions and execution plans. Cohorts receive robust support around impact metrics and capital readiness.
