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Google Black Founders Fund US has been paused/closed since 2023 — page describes program in past tense (awarded $40M) with no active 2025/2026 application cycle. Most recent application open was 2023;
Historical funding: Up to $150,000 (non-dilutive cash funding), plus mentorship and Google platform credits
Prior eligibility: Black-led startups (at least one founder or C-level executive identifies as Black) based in the U.S. Google looks for tech ventures with real traction or growth potential.
Google for Startups Black Founders Fund (US) is sponsored by Google for Startups. This fund provides equity-free cash awards and hands-on support to Black entrepreneurs to help them build and grow their businesses. It aims to bridge the fundraising gap for Black-founded startups. Recipients also receive Google Cloud credits, advertising support, and hands-on assistance from Google experts across product, design, and technical challenges.
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