PearX
Openby Pear VC
Pear VC's exclusive small-batch pre-seed program with $250K–$2M funding, dedicated office space, and over $1M in cloud credits.
Visit Program$250K–$2M
Standard accelerator terms
12 weeks
Small batch
2 cohorts/year
Biannual (Winter, Summer)
Varies by cohort
San Francisco
No
Global
2/14/2026
Summary
PearX is Pear VC's flagship 12-week pre-seed program, designed as an exclusive, small-batch experience for the most promising early-stage founders. Each cohort receives $250K–$2M in funding, over $1M in cloud credits, and hands-on partnership from experienced founders and operators.
All PearX companies get dedicated office space in Pear Studio SF — a 30,000 sq ft office space that's free for the first 9 months. The program emphasizes hands-on partnership over curriculum.
Program Edge
Small batch size means deep, personalized partner engagement. 9 months of free office space extends well beyond the program.
- $250K–$2M in funding per company
- Over $1M in cloud credits
- 30,000 sq ft dedicated office space (free for 9 months)
- Hands-on partnership from experienced operators
Best Fit
Pre-seed founders with strong technical backgrounds who want deep partner support, not just a batch experience.
Official Sources
Similar Residencies
Source: Pear VC
Frequently asked questions
How much funding does PearX provide?
PearX provides $250K–$2M. Equity terms: Standard accelerator terms.
When is the PearX application deadline?
The current deadline is Varies by cohort. Application cycle: Biannual (Winter, Summer). Applications are currently open.
How long is PearX and where does it take place?
The program runs for 12 weeks and is based in San Francisco. Typical cohort size: Small batch.
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