Description
FoundersBoost provides the competitive edge for early-traction stage tech startups in the last mile towards Accelerators, Investment, and Revenue. Through a mix of hands-on workshops and personalized one-on-one office hours, you’ll sharpen your entrepreneurial mindset, enhance customer traction, and gain actionable strategies to help you navigate the critical pre-seed to seed stage transition.
Post-program, alumni who are ready for seed funding will join the Alliance for SoCal Innovation's Venture Pipeline, where they receive personal introductions to VCs with a proven track record of funding similar startups.
The program takes no equity and charges no fees thanks to partnerships with the City of Glendale, the Alliance for SoCal Innovation, Hacker Fund, and the dedication of mentors, program leaders, and sponsors.
Each cohort takes place once weekly over a 6 week period one evening a week, starting the week of Oct 6th (Kickoff Call on Oct 2nd), where the best speakers and mentors meet to work with promising startups. The program naturally integrates into a founders schedule on a part time weekly basis to create an iterative cycle of accountability and growth that maximizes and compounds the learnings and insights gained each week. The program culminates in a Demo Day. Additionally, there is a Global Investor Day for all the city programs that provides even further exposure for accepted startups.
We look forward to reviewing your application!
Process
Applications on Spark open up on Aug 12, 2025 and will be evaluated only after applications close on Sept 10th. We will evaluate all applications and send invitations for a brief 30-minute call via Zoom or phone. Acceptances usually sent within 72 hours of the call.
What an Applicant can Obtain
Our alumni over our 8 year history have been accepted into premier accelerators such as Y Combinator, Techstars, and a16z and have collectively raised over $350M in investment. Underrepresented founders are encouraged to apply. We’re committed to increasing ecosystem inclusiveness and accessibility, and 80% of our startups are founded by underrepresented entrepreneurs.
In-program participants will additionally benefit from hours of free legal advice provided by Prospera Law plus $200k in additional perks/discounts.
Post-Program, alumni who are ready for seed funding will join the Alliance for SoCal Innovation’s Venture Pipeline, where they receive personal introductions to VCs with a proven track record of funding similar startups or that match their investment thesis.
