Level up from web2 to web3 with Antler
Antler is the world’s fastest growing VC firm. Over the past 3 years, we have backed 400+ startups in 17 locations across 5 continents. We are a decentralized global platform at our core.
Build in web3 with Antler 🌐
Antler is calling for applications from founders looking to build in web3. This is part of our conviction in blockchain and crypto being major building blocks for the internet and financial services of the future. Over the past few years, Antler partners have backed multiple web3 startups, invested in core blockchain protocols, and built developer ecosystems for web3 globally. We have seen firsthand the potential of web3 to rework the ways we build, code, transact, game, and more.
Level Up to web3
🔍 We are calling for applications from both founders looking to transition and build in web3, as well as existing teams working on web3 projects.
Investment from the pre-seed stage
Plus access to web3 mentors, developers, protocols and one of the world's top founder communities.
What We Offer to web3 Founders
☑️ Decentralized and global set-up from Day 1, with 17 locations across 5 continents
☑️ Deep ecosystem partnerships with Solana, Polygon, Questbook and more
☑️ Office hours with Antler blockchain team and 500+ advisors globally
☑️ Access to investors and a web3 expert partners including Solana Venture Fund
☑️ A global community of 2,000+ founders
☑️ Access to web3 specific developer ecosystems and DAOs
Solana
Access to Solana Ventures and select web3 investors during your Demo Day and IC. Distribution support for growing user-base and TVL for qualifying teams.
Polygon
Access to Polygon protocol team and capital partners. Learning resources for blockchain scaling, dApp design and more.
Questbook
Access to one of the largest web3 builder communities across the world. Recruit web3 developers, post bounties for your project and more.
Avalanche
Avalanche is the fastest smart contracts platform in the blockchain industry, as measured by time-to-finality, and has the most validators securing its activity of any proof-of-stake protocol.
Who should apply?
We encourage both existing teams working on web3 projects, as well as individuals with a clear idea in web3 to apply. We are an early-stage fund and prefer to be the first institutional investor.
Where does this take place?
This is a global initiative and we are open to applications from anywhere in the world. Please apply to the Antler location most relevant to you and we will proactively engage with shortlisted applicants. All founders will have access to the global web3 resources, partnerships and more.
Is this a program?
While we offer a specialized set of web3 resources for founders, we are not running a designated web3 program. Depending on the stage of your startup or idea, we will invite you to join one of our local programs, or invest in your startup directly at pre-seed / seed stage. After your application, the relevant local fund will set clear expectations based on your stage regarding your qualifications for a local program or direct investment.
How does Antler support web3 founders?
We have been solidifying key partnerships across web3 - starting with Solana (for access to Solana Ventures and capital partners), Polygon (for learning resources) and Questbook (for web3 developer talent). We have also put together an advisory board of web3 natives, founders and investors who will help us filter applications, sit in select ICs and more. We continue to build out strong relationships across the web3 ecosystem spanning exchanges, liquidity providers, protocol teams and look forward to growing our web3 toolbox for founders.
What type of ideas are you looking for?
We are welcome to any ideas in web3, ranging from CeFi (exchanges, brokerages), developer tools, DeFi, gaming, metaverse, and more.
What are your funding terms?
Shortlisted teams will receive a pre-seed investment of at least USD 100k. The amount depends on the location.
What is the application process?
You can apply over here by selecting the location most relevant to you. Once your application is submitted, the relevant local fund will review it and get back with next steps.
I have some more questions, how do I get in touch?
Feel free to write to us at web3@antler.co and one of our team members will get in touch with you.