by LAUNCH
Jason Calacanis' hybrid accelerator investing $125K for 7% in pre-Series A founders across SF, Austin, and NYC.
Visit ProgramPre-Series A investment with follow-on rights
$125K
7% equity
14 weeks
Continuous cohorts
Rolling
United States
Global
2/14/2026
LAUNCH is a 14-week hybrid accelerator program founded by Jason Calacanis. Each company receives $125K in investment for 7% equity, with follow-on rights to invest $250K (or pro rata) in the next two rounds. LAUNCH aims for 10-15% total equity over time.
The program has invested in over 200 startups across 15 countries, with a portfolio that includes early investments in Uber, Robinhood, and Calm. The program runs in-person sessions in SF, Austin, and NYC, combined with remote support.
Direct access to Jason Calacanis' investor network and media platform, with broad geographic reach.
Pre-Series A founders with a product in market seeking investor visibility and structured mentorship.
Deep investor network, strong media platform for visibility, and portfolio track record including multiple unicorns.
Source: LAUNCH
Last verified: February 14, 2026
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