FOUNDER.org
AcceleratorPre-Seed–Seed
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Investment thesis
Yope focuses on backing courageous deep tech founders under 30 who are commercializing scientific research from university classrooms and labs. Through its 6-month online Venture Ready fellowship, it helps founders bridge the gap between research and investment by refining strategy, storytelling, and investor readiness. Each fellow receives $100,000 in non-dilutive seed funding via a SAFE grant, along with mentorship from alumni founders who have scaled deep tech ventures. The program partners with top universities and labs, and has supported 145 startups that have collectively raised over $3B in capital.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Founder mafia
2 people who came through FOUNDER.org went on to found or lead other companies.
What they invest in
from 1 of 1 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×1Hardware ×1Retail Tech ×1
Portfolio companies · 1 tracked
alumni founders can tell you what the program is really likeVolumental provides 3D foot measurement technology and AI-powered footwear recommendation system for retail stores.
AI & Machine LearningHardwareRetail Tech
Miroslav Kobetski(Founder)inPatrik Bråkenhielmin
Co-investorsBackstage ABCNIForward Venture Capitalnode.vc
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesFrequently asked questions
- What stage does FOUNDER.org invest at?
- FOUNDER.org invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What is FOUNDER.org's typical check size?
- FOUNDER.org typically writes checks of $100K.
- What sectors does FOUNDER.org focus on?
- FOUNDER.org focuses on Deep Tech, Sector Agnostic.
- Does FOUNDER.org lead rounds?
- FOUNDER.org typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
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