GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Seed funding provided; specific investment terms shared during the application process. Alumni average a $1M seed round.
Runs annually; the last cycle closed March 29, 2026. Check oceanprograms.com for the next round.
FUNDING TYPE
Accelerator
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
Only up to 10 companies are accepted per cohort, making this a highly selective program.
The program is in its 10th cohort, so it is established and competitive. Alumni have collectively raised over $100MM, which draws strong applicants each cycle.
WHAT IT TAKES
Submit application when the cohort opens — 1-3 hours
Complete the Wendal AI founding team profile — 30-60 minutes
Interview with the selection committee — 1-2 weeks after application review
WORTH KNOWING
OCEAN explicitly integrates faith and holistic health into the curriculum, drawing from the Bible and the life of Jesus. Founders do not need to be Christian, but must be willing to participate in those discussions — knowing this going in helps you self-select honestly before applying.
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