Flagship Accelerator by 500 Global
$150,000 seed investment (when accepted)
- Deadline
- Oct 2, 2026
- Applications
- Closed
- Location
- Silicon Valley
- Duration
- 4 months
Applications are closed
The application window closed Oct 2, 2026. This page stays here for the record.
About this program
Flagship Accelerator is a four-month, in-person program hosted in Silicon Valley and operated by 500 Global. It offers founder-focused programming, growth and development curriculum, and tailored support intended to help startups scale. When a company is accepted to the program, it receives a seed investment of $150,000 for a 6% stake. Founders work alongside other founders in a 5,000+ founder community and receive hands-on support from operator-investors, alumni founder coaches, entrepreneurs in residence, mentors, and guest speakers.
Key Benefits
- Seed investment of $150,000 for a 6% stake (when accepted)
- Founder-focused programming and growth/development curriculum
- Mentorship and hands-on support from operator-investors, founder coaches, EIRs, mentors, and guest speakers
- Access to a community of 5,000+ founders
- FounderHub access with over $1M in credits and discounts
Program Structure
- Four-month in-person program hosted in Silicon Valley
- Curriculum covers customer discovery, product-market fit, go-to-market strategies, pitch development, fundraising, and partnerships
- Mentorship support from the 500 Global team and extended network (including mentors and guest speakers)
Dates & Duration
- Program duration: 4 months
- Program start date: Q1 2026
Applying to the program does not guarantee an investment from 500 Global or its affiliates.