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Google Cloud's startup program provides substantial cloud computing credits specifically designed for AI and ML companies. The program offers access to cutting-edge GPU and TPU hardware including NVIDIA H100, A3 Ultra instances, and TPU v5e accelerators. Credits can be used for AI model training, inference, data processing, and general cloud infrastructure.
The tiered program scales credits based on company stage and backing, making it one of the largest compute credit programs available for AI startups building on foundation models, computer vision, NLP, and other AI applications.
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Search similar grants →Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: VC-backed AI startups up to Series A stage. Must be building AI/ML products or services. Company must have venture capital or accelerator backing to qualify for maximum credit levels. Available globally. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $350,000 in Google Cloud credits for VC-backed AI startups up to Series A. Credits provide access to NVIDIA H100 GPUs, A3 Ultra instances, and TPU v5e accelerators for AI model training and inference. Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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The Google Cloud for Startups AI Program provides up to $350,000 in cloud credits for AI startups using or planning to use Vertex AI or Gemini. Year 1 credits cover 100% of eligible Google Cloud usage up to $250,000, including Scale Tier program credits plus an additional $150,000 for startups enrolled in the AI Tier. Year 2 provides credits covering 20% of eligible usage up to an additional $100,000. The program also includes $12,000 in Google Cloud Enhanced Support credits for one year and an additional $10,000 for partner LLM models through Model Garden. Startups gain access to the best of Google's open AI ecosystem including Vertex AI and Gemini.
Google for Startups Cloud Program (AI Tier) is sponsored by Google Cloud. This program is designed to accelerate AI Startups by providing significant Google Cloud credits, resources, dedicated support, and access to Google's open AI ecosystem. It includes credits for Google Cloud usage, enhanced support, Google Workspace Business Plus, and Google Maps services. It also offers access to AI experts, exclusive webinars, and insights into Google Cloud's AI roadmap. The program specifically targets startups using or planning to use Vertex AI or Gemini as a foundation of their primary product or solution.
Google Career Launchpad Program is sponsored by Google Cloud in partnership with Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF). The Google Career Launchpad Program is a free 9-week cloud computing training initiative from Google Cloud in partnership with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) that prepares HBCU and PBI students for entry-level tech careers and the Google Cloud Generative AI Leader (GA…
The LinkedIn Future of Work Fund 2026 is a global philanthropic grant initiative that doubled its commitment to $3 million for 2026 to help nonprofit organizations prepare young people for a rapidly changing labor market shaped by artificial intelligence. Building on the inaugural 2025 round, the fund provides unrestricted grants of $200,000-$300,000 to organizations demonstrating clear approaches to AI literacy and digital skills training, career pathways using AI-enabled tools, and workforce adaptability programs. The fund prioritizes organizations serving young adults aged 18-24 facing structural barriers to employment, with geographic focus on France, Germany, India, United Kingdom, and United States. Selected organizations receive monetary grants plus strategic assistance from LinkedIn's workforce development ecosystem. Applications are reviewed by LinkedIn's Social Impact team along with an external panel of workforce development and AI experts.
The Alibaba Cloud AI Catalyst Program supports AI-focused startups and global AI firms with comprehensive resources including up to $120,000 in lifetime cloud credits, 2 billion free Model Studio tokens for access to Alibaba's generative AI platform, 1:1 Office Hours with AI experts covering products, solutions, and infrastructure, POC coupons, and invitations to Alibaba Cloud events worldwide. The program is designed to help AI startups accelerate their growth with technical, educational, and networking resources. Applications are reviewed within 4-5 business days, and successful applicants are notified via email. The program provides access to Alibaba Cloud's GPU infrastructure including H100s in the Singapore region, making it particularly attractive for APAC-focused AI startups. The promotion period runs from April 1, 2025 through March 31, 2026.
The Google.org Impact Challenge: AI for Government Innovation awards $1 million to $3 million each to selected nonprofits, social enterprises, and academic institutions that partner with governments to use generative and agentic AI to improve public services. Priority areas include healthcare access, crisis resilience, and economic infrastructure. The challenge funds partnerships where organizations work alongside government agencies to deploy AI solutions that demonstrably improve public service delivery. Beyond funding, selected organizations gain access to technical mentorship from Google AI experts, Google Cloud computing resources, and a structured multi-month accelerator programme. Applications close April 3, 2026. This is part of Google.org's broader $60 million commitment to AI impact challenges in 2026, alongside the separate AI for Science challenge.