Black Founders Fund

U.S - Hybrid

6 months

Google for Startups Black Founders Fund: United States provided cash awards — without giving up equity in return — and hands-on support to help Black-led startups in the U.S. build and grow their businesses.

U.S - Hybrid

6 months

About the initiative

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About the initiative

Established in 2020, the Google for Startups Black Founders Fund awarded more than $40 million to help Black-led startups secure funding, strengthen communities, and create generational change.

In addition to equity-free cash awards, Black Founders Fund recipients received ongoing Google mentorship, Google Cloud credits, and product support to help them navigate every stage of their startup journey.

As a Founder in the Google for Startups community, you have a unique opportunity to leverage the collective thinking of Google and your fellow alumni. You also have a special responsibility to respect the culture and share with and support the community.

Mark Peterson

Founder of Ziscuit

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