AWS Impact Bootcamps 2026

About

A structured program designed to support underrepresented founders through training, mentorship, and funding opportunities, aimed at helping startups scale and prepare for fundraising.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  Access up to $5K in AWS Activate credits to build, train, and launch products
• 🎓Mentorship Program
  Hands-on technical training and real-world business advice
• 🌐Network Access
  Direct access to mentors, investors, and strategic partners.

Eligibility Criteria

• At least one member of the founding or executive team must identify with one or more communities historically underrepresented in the startup ecosystem (including women, LGBTQIA+, Black, Latinx, Indigenous, people with disabilities)
• Startups must be self-funded or funded at the angel, early-stage level
• Startups should have a goal to scale or prepare to raise funds.

Participation Commitments

• Must attend two days of programming
• Participation in workshops covering various topics such as Customer Discovery, Go-to-Market strategies, and Fundraising
• Engagement in community-driven activities and networking opportunities.

Target Region

Global

Target Sector

All sectors