Build with us.

The 16VC Accelerator is a highly selective, on-site accelerator for ambitious founders building the future of AI, enterprise software, fintech, deep tech, and emerging technology.

We're looking for founders with the conviction, insight, and ambition to build category-defining companies.

$200K SAFE · ~6%

No program fee

3 global hubs

20–25 companies

3-month accelerator

San Francisco · New York · London

Apply to the 16VC Accelerator


Capital is only the beginning.

Great founders don't just need capital.

They need people who will build alongside them.

During the three-month program, we'll work closely with founders on the things that can materially change the trajectory of an early-stage company:

Customers · Distribution · Partnerships · Fundraising · Product · Hiring · Technical challenges · Strategic decisions

If you need an introduction, we'll try to make it.

If you're struggling with distribution, we'll work through it with you.

If you're fundraising, we'll help you find the right investors.

Our job isn't to give you more advice.