Build
A programme by Start-Up Chile
Four-month pre-acceleration for early-stage startups, from a validated idea to an early prototype.
At a glance
| Best for | Early-stage startups, from a validated idea to an early prototype |
|---|---|
| Stage | Idea – Prototype |
| Duration | 4 months |
| Cost | No equity |
| Grant support | For selected startups. A place in the programme does not by itself guarantee a grant. |
| Run with | Corfo |
About Build
Build is the pre-acceleration programme for early-stage startups. It takes a team from a validated idea to an early prototype over four months. The programme offers a route into Ignite for startups that keep growing.
What you get
- Equity-free funding from Corfo, which the programme pages say takes no equity
- Academic sessions, board sessions, access to mentors and experts, industry meetings and pitch sessions
- Free co-working space and discounts on a range of services
- A possible route into Ignite for startups that keep growing
Who can apply
- Early-stage startups, from a validated idea to an early prototype
- Technology-based, innovative, scalable and high-impact businesses
- Founders of any nationality, with the work built around Chile
How selection works: answer the application form, then an eligibility check, review by expert judges and the Start-Up Chile team, and a committee decision. Two intakes run each year, with up to 50 startups in each.
How to apply: answer the application form once applications open. Applications are closed right now, and the next call is listed as opening soon.