Y Combinator

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Y Combinator

Y Combinator: is a startup accelerator that provides seed funding, mentorship, and resources to early-stage companies. It has launched successful companies like Airbnb, Dropbox, and Reddit.

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INDUSTRIES
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StAGES
Pre-Seed
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COUNTRY
USA
CITY
Mountain View
INVESTMENT
$500,000
Variable
7%
 Equity
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This program charges companies to participate
$500,000
7%
 Equity

Overview

Y Combinator (YC) is one of the world’s most renowned startup accelerators, founded in 2005 by Paul Graham, Jessica Livingston, Robert Morris, and Trevor Blackwell. YC has been instrumental in shaping the modern startup ecosystem by providing early-stage companies with seed funding, mentorship, and a robust network of industry connections. The program, based in Silicon Valley, runs two batches per year, each lasting three months. During this time, selected startups receive funding in exchange for a small equity stake, typically around 7%, along with invaluable advice and guidance from experienced entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts.

YC's influence extends beyond funding. Startups are immersed in an intensive environment where they refine their ideas, build products, and develop business strategies. The program culminates in a Demo Day, where startups present their progress to a room full of investors, often securing additional funding and partnerships.

Over the years, YC has helped launch some of the most successful tech companies in the world, including Airbnb, Dropbox, Reddit, Stripe, and Coinbase. These companies have collectively transformed entire industries and are now valued in the billions. YC's impact is also evident in its alumni network, which fosters collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continued growth.

YC's mission is to "create and help startups that will grow into successful companies." The organization continuously evolves, offering resources like the Startup School and Y Combinator Continuity, which supports companies as they scale beyond the early stages. Through its pioneering approach, YC has set the standard for startup accelerators worldwide, playing a key role in driving innovation and entrepreneurship on a global scale.

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