Antler Residency 2026

About

The Antler Residency 2026 offers a unique opportunity for both first-time and serial entrepreneurs to immerse themselves in a full-time program designed to foster startup growth, providing up to $125,000 in pre-seed funding, a stipend during the residency, and access to a vast network of global founders and investors, while also facilitating co-founder matching and structured program activities to enhance the entrepreneurial journey.

Benefits

• Up to ~$125K pre-seed check on graduation
  Significant post-investment support

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to first-time founders and serial entrepreneurs
• No idea required to apply
• Must be ready to commit full-time to the residency
• Strong founder DNA (technical, operating, or domain depth) with or without an idea
• Must be willing to consider a new co-founder or pivot idea

Participation Commitments

• 6–10 week residency (length varies by location)
• Full-time commitment required
• Participation in co-founder matching activities
• Engagement in structured program activities
• Must pitch for pre-seed investment

Target Region

Global

Target Sector

All sectors