Women Founders Fund
APAC
Funding, mentoring, and product support to help women founders grow their companies and as leaders. This first edition targets women-led startups driving responsible AI innovation in India, Japan, and Korea.
APAC
Applications are now closed.
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About the initiative
About the initiative
Google for Startups Women Founders Funds provide non-dilutive cash awards and hands-on support to help selected founders build and grow their businesses. In addition, recipients receive ongoing Google mentorship, Google Cloud credits, and product support to help them navigate every stage of their startup journey.
Key benefits
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Access to capital
Up to $100K in equity-free cash will be awarded to each startup.
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Google Cloud credits and support
Receive Google Cloud credits and dedicated support via the Google for Startups Cloud Program.
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Founder network
Connect and get support from fellow founders as a part of Google for Startups alumni network.
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Custom Mentorship
Receive tailored product and leadership support from Google mentors and industry experts.
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Leadership training
Become a more effective leader through research-based strategies and expert coaching.
Entry criteria
Entry criteria
- Diverse companies with at least one woman founder in their founding team
- Founder must be working full time on the startup
- Founder must have English proficiency
- Startup must be headquartered in India, Japan, or Korea
- Between Seed and Series A funding stage
- Technically viable application of AI
- Poised for global expansion
- Preference for startups using AI to benefit society