THE GARAGE.
WHERE THE NEXT UNICORN STARTS.

A virtual accelerator rooted in Silicon Valley. 0% equity · Borderless · Built for founders who build.

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Built on a century of grit.

From a Palo Alto garage to the world — we're bringing back the ethos that built Silicon Valley.

In 1938, Hewlett and Packard started HP in a tiny garage at 367 Addison Avenue. That humble space became the birthplace of Silicon Valley — not because of its square footage, but because of the relentless curiosity and fearless experimentation that happened inside it.

Today, we're bringing that spirit back. No equity. No gatekeeping. Just world-class mentorship, direct capital access, and a global community of builders — all delivered through an immersive virtual experience.

What you actually get.

4–6 months of intensive acceleration, zero dilution, and a direct line to Sand Hill Road.

Global Mentor Network

1-on-1 access to serial entrepreneurs and former Sand Hill Road partners.

Demo Day

Pitch to top-tier VCs in an immersive virtual setting — no travel required.

Capital access

Virtual HQ

Immersive collaboration spaces with whiteboards, 3D prototyping, and spatial audio.

AI-Powered Analytics

Data-driven feedback on team dynamics, product-market fit, and traction metrics.

Lifetime Alumni

Ongoing Office Hours, community access, and co-founder matching post-program.

Forever network

From idea to impact.

A structured path designed to get you investor-ready in 12 weeks.

1

Apply & Select

Submit your mission. Cohorts capped at 25 teams.

2

Onboard & Align

Set goals, meet your mentor, and access your Virtual HQ.

3

Build & Iterate

Weekly Office Hours, AI analytics, and peer feedback loops.

4

Demo & Scale

Pitch to 100+ investors on Demo Day. Raise. Scale.

Quick answers.

Everything you need to know before applying.

Do you take equity?

No. We take 0% equity. You retain full ownership of your company.

Is this only for US-based founders?

No. We're fully virtual and accept founders from anywhere in the world.

What stage should my startup be at?

Idea, MVP, or early revenue — all are welcome. We tailor the program to your stage.

What's the time commitment?

Expect 5–10 hours per week for 12 weeks, including sessions and self-paced work.

When does the next cohort start?

Applications close October 15. The cohort kicks off November 1.

Your garage is ready.

Applications close October 15. Cohorts are limited to 25 teams.

Why join?

We're not just another accelerator. We're a return to first principles — where grit and great ideas matter more than your network or your zip code.

  • Zero equity — keep 100% of your company
  • Global reach — join from anywhere, no relocation required
  • Direct capital — pitch to Sand Hill Road VCs on Demo Day
  • Lifelong network — alumni community + ongoing Office Hours
  • AI-powered insights — data-driven feedback to accelerate your growth

Not sure? Take our 2-minute diagnostic and get a personalized fit score.

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Not required, but strongly recommended for early-stage teams.