GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Pre-seed investment amount TBD; Antler can follow on up to $30M through Series C.
Rolling applications; upcoming cohorts start as early as July 2026 across multiple cities through December 2026.
FUNDING TYPE
Accelerator, Venture Capital
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
Antler invests in fewer than 0.2% of all applicants — that is less than 2 out of every 1,000 who apply.
Selection focuses heavily on the founder's perceived outlier potential, drive, and judgment. Having a concrete idea or early product strengthens your application, but is not required.
WHAT IT TAKES
Submit online application with name, email, LinkedIn, and preferred city — 30–60 minutes
Profile review by local Antler team — Varies, rolling basis
Interview with local team and general partners if shortlisted — 1–2 conversations
Receive and sign offer to begin partnership — Days after final decision
WORTH KNOWING
The application page explicitly states that more detail in your application improves your chances of standing out, so treat the form as a pitch, not a formality.
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