Deadline: August 3, 2025
Are you an ambitious founder at the earliest stage of your startup journey? The South Park Commons Founder Fellowship 2025 is now open for applications, offering up to $1 million in funding, world-class mentorship, and access to a thriving entrepreneurial community.
This fellowship is designed specifically for builders and thinkers in the “–1 to 0” phase—meaning you might not even have a defined startup idea yet, but you’re actively exploring and iterating towards one. Whether you’re refining a concept or starting completely from scratch, the South Park Commons Founder Fellowship 2025 could be the perfect launchpad for your venture.
Why Choose the South Park Commons Founder Fellowship?
What makes the SPC Founder Fellowship different from other startup accelerators? It’s the most founder-friendly programme of its kind, built to support you from exploration through to product validation and funding. Here’s what sets it apart:
Up to $1 Million in Funding
- $400K upfront via a simple agreement for future equity (SAFE) in exchange for 7% equity
- $600K guaranteed in your next external-led round
Intensive Mentorship
- Personalised support from experienced partners
- Small cohort size (~one investor per two founders)
- High-touch, founder-first guidance
Flexible, Community-Led Structure
- No deadlines or demo days
- Residency-style support tailored to your pace
- Access to South Park Commons’ elite peer network
Fellowship Structure & Timeline
Bootcamp Phase
Fellows begin with a high-impact in-person bootcamp held in San Francisco or New York City, where they:
- Prototype ideas
- Gather rapid feedback
- Build confidence and momentum
Residency Phase
After bootcamp, founders transition into a flexible, self-directed residency phase. You’ll continue refining your idea, building your product, and preparing to fundraise—with full support from SPC’s community and resources.
What’s Included?
Support for Founders at Any Stage
- No idea yet? No problem. SPC helps you explore and gain conviction.
- Already working on something? They’ll help you validate and scale it.
- Solo founders welcome—SPC can even help you find a co-founder.
Perks & Credits
Fellows receive over $900,000 in perks and credits from major partners, including:
- OpenAI, Anthropic, GCP, Azure, AWS
- Figma, Render, Baseten, and many more
Global Applicants Welcome
Note: SPC does not sponsor visas, but they may discuss individual situations case-by-case.
Who Should Apply?
The South Park Commons Founder Fellowship is ideal for:
- Engineers, researchers, or operators who want to start a company
- Founders in idea exploration or validation stages
- Solo founders looking to connect and grow
- Builders who want more than just capital—they want community and support
It is domain-agnostic and supports any venture-scale opportunity.
How to Apply
Ready to take the next step? Applications for the South Park Commons Founder Fellowship 2025 are now open.
Need help preparing your application?
Contact grantsdatabase.org for proposal drafting, refining, and review.
