Google for Startups: Black Founders Fund in Africa

Program overview

The Google for Startups Black Founders Fund is an initiative to provide financial resources to early-stage, Black-founded startups across Africa. In addition to the cash awards and credits, successful founders will be connected with the best of Google’s products, practices and people. 

Who should apply

If your product is in market and you’re ready to fundraise we want to hear from you. The Black Founders Fund is intended for startups led by founders who self-identify as Black.  

Program highlights

1) Non-dilutive (equity free) cash awards of up to $150,000 per startup

2) Up to $200k in Cloud Credits

3) Access to a network of mentors to help tackle each startup’s unique challenges