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Chloe Capital/NYCEDC
NYC Founder Fellowship
Amount
TBD
Deadline
Dec 31, 2025
Can you get this?
✓For founders from underrepresented or marginalized backgrounds
✓At least one founder must live in NYC's 5 boroughs
✓Company must be Seed through Series A stage
✓Open to any founder regardless of gender
✓Incorporation not required to apply
What it takes
Submit a central application for the Founder Fellowship and select your top choice program among the four operators.
Apply during the fall application window; applications close in December.
If selected, participate in a hybrid program of virtual sessions and mandatory in-person days in NYC from March through June.
Complete the program to be considered for investment; companies are evaluated upon successful completion.
Worth knowing
Investment terms vary by round and lead investor status; if Chloe Capital leads, they typically use convertible notes. On average, participants go on to raise $2,000,000 each.
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