A founder’s guide to Google for Startups programs

As a startup founder, you're juggling a million things – building your team, securing funding, and perfecting your product. Google for Startups is here to help you navigate the chaos and accelerate your growth. We offer a variety of high-touch programs tailored to different stages and needs, including:

• Google for Startups Accelerators: Intensive 10-week programs with expert mentorship, training, and a Demo Day to showcase Seed to Series A, tech-focused startups to investors.

• Google for Startups Founder Funds: Equity-free cash awards, Google Cloud credits and hands-on support for underserved communities around the world. 

• Google for Startups Cloud Program: Get cloud credits, support, and training to leverage the power of Google Cloud.

• Google for Startups Growth Academy: Focused programs designed to help startups tackle specific challenges with AI and scale in areas like cybersecurity, education, and health.

• Google for Startups AI Academy: Immerse your startup in the world of AI, with a curriculum designed to help you leverage AI for growth and impact.

• Google for Startups Founders on Campus: Access Google's physical campus spaces and resources, connect with other founders, and tap into a vibrant community.

• Google Cloud Flex and Enterprise Agreement Programs: For later-stage startups (Series B+), these programs offer flexible and customized cloud solutions with incentives like credits and professional services.

  • Flex Agreements: Milestone-based incentives for projected cloud spending.

• Startups for Sustainable Development: This ongoing mentorship program connects impact-driven startups with Google experts for tailored guidance on tackling the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Participants should be leveraging tech to address  one or more SDG goals with proactive teams eager to learn and grow.

When to apply:

• Early-stage: Startup School and the Google for Startups Cloud Program Start Tier help you build a strong foundation for your future startup. 

• Seed to Series A: Google for Startups Cloud Program Scale and Scale AI Tier, Google for Startups Growth Academy, AI Academy, Accelerator, Cloud program ‘VC-backed’ tier and Founder Funds can help take your startup to the next level. 

• Series B+: Consider Google Cloud Flex or Enterprise Agreements for customized cloud solutions.

Don't miss out on these resources!

• Startup School: Generative AI: Learn how to leverage AI to grow your business.

• Google for Startups Mentors: Connect with Google experts for ongoing guidance and support.

• Google for Startups Resource Center: Access a wealth of learning materials.

Ready to take your startup to the next level? Learn more and apply for the right program for you today.