The Bridge Founder Residency 2026–2027

The Bridge Founder Residency 2026–2027 is an intensive eight-week startup residency in San Francisco for international founders at the earliest stage of their startup journey, followed by an additional three-month company-building phase for funded teams. Selected teams may receive a $250,000 pre-seed investment and ongoing support from Entrepreneurs First, with residency costs covered (accommodation, workspace and meals). The programme targets founders based outside the United States and aims to help them develop three core elements: a credible founding team, a clear market opportunity, and a path towards scalable growth.

Residency accommodation, workspace and meals; access to a founder community, mentorship and structured development; visa guidance; potential $250,000 pre-seed investment for funded teams; continued support during a three-month company-building phase.

Founders based outside the United States, at Stage 0 (including pre-idea and pre-team founders).

Online application