Google AI Startup Fund

A $4 million fund providing equity-free cash awards and support to promising AI startups in Israel.

Grant Provider Active Mountain View, United States Est. 2024
Last updated 2026-07-20
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About

The Google AI Startup Fund is an initiative launched by Google in January 2024 to support the Israeli tech ecosystem. It provides equity-free cash awards of up to $200,000 to selected AI startups, along with access to the Google AI Startups Lab program, which includes Google mentorship, Google Cloud credits, and product support. The fund was established in response to economic challenges faced by the Israeli hi-tech industry and aims to help startups maintain liquidity, incentivize further financing, and strengthen the AI ecosystem in Israel.

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  • 1 — $4M Jan 2024

Q&A

What is the primary focus of the Google AI Startup Fund?
The Google AI Startup Fund focuses on providing support to startups in the field of artificial intelligence in Israel.
When was the Google AI Startup Fund established?
The Google AI Startup Fund was founded in 2024.
What is the total amount of the fund established by Google for AI startups in Israel?
Google established a $4 million support fund for AI startups in Israel.
How does the Google AI Startup Fund provide support to selected startups?
The fund provides capital grants with no requirement for compensation from Google. Additionally, Google offers individual accompaniment and support, granting access to its experts in various fields such as development, strategy, and marketing.
What is the nature of the financial support provided by the Google AI Startup Fund?
The support is granted as supplementary funding to the Israel Innovation Authority's emergency fund, specifically for about 20 companies with a short runway (up to 6 months).
What are the requirements for startups to receive funding from the Google AI Startup Fund?
Startups are required to present matching funding to the grant from the Israel Innovation Authority.
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