What You Get
$20K in Startup Capital
Fund your idea from day one — no strings attached.
3 Full-Stack Developers
Build fast with a dedicated engineering team by your side.
Mentorship & Training
Get coached by successful founders and industry veterans.
Demo Day Exposure
Pitch in front of top-tier VCs, angels, and acquisition teams.
Founder Training
Learn how to hire, lead, iterate, and execute like a CEO.
A Supportive Network
Join a powerful community of alumni, devs, and Q mentors.
The 3-Month Q Founders Roadmap
📅 July'25-April'26' – The Application Phase
Applications open! We’re looking for passionate high school grads who have a bold idea and the hunger to build it. Teams of two are highly encouraged. Our selection process involves an application form, a founder fit video, and a pitch deck walkthrough.
👥 Late May – Selection & Team Matching
We shortlist top applicants for live interviews with our internal team. Once selected, you’ll be introduced to a pool of outsourced developers where you’ll choose three to join your team. You'll also receive your $20K seed funding to begin building.
🚀 June – Development Begins
On June 1st, we kick off development. Founders participate in weekly sprints with progress check-ins, learn agile workflows, and work closely with mentors to start shipping features. Mid-June, we host an internal midterm demo session.
🧠 July – Product Validation
This is where you gather real user feedback, refine your product, and iterate on features. You’ll practice pitching, polish your deck, and get ready for investor meetings with our help.
🎤 August – Demo Day & Bidding
The grand finale. You’ll pitch live to angel investors, VC firms, and enterprise clients. If your product gets interest, Q will help manage the bidding and acquisition process. You walk away with traction, capital, and next steps to scale.
What Demo Day Looks Like
Demo Day is not just a pitch event — it’s your launch. Here's how it works:
- 🔍 Investor Office Hours: Private 1:1 time with investors post-pitch
- 🌐 Live Broadcast: Streamed to thousands of potential users & recruiters
- 💸 Bidding Platform: Startups receive open bids for equity or acquisition
- 📢 Q PR Boost: Featured on our blog and social platforms
Projects We've Invested In
Plately
An app that allows groups to split bills fairly, pay for shared meals, and send payment directly to the restaurant from within the app.
NodeOS
A project management system that prioritizes contextual understanding and seamless reference access to maximize productivity.
EducateAI
An intelligent planning assistant that helps students organize homework, execute projects, and save time through automation and smart sorting.
Founder Spotlight
Aamir & Zayn — Founders of Plately
“Before Q Founders, we only had a sketchbook idea. After being accepted, we got our devs, launched a working prototype, and pitched to investors. Our product now ontrack to onboarding over 700 restaurants and we’re raising a seed round.”
Startup Success Stories
Plately
After Q Founders, Plately is aiming to launch Q1'26, with 600 users waitlisted, and will be integrating restuarants POS..
NodeOS
NodeOS gained traction within startup teams for its unique contextual memory system. The platform helped 5+ remote teams eliminate traditional project management overhead. .
EducateAI
EducateAI is going to be partnering up with . With over 2,000 student users waitlisted, it automates assignment scheduling and syncs with school calendars. The team is working with school districts to integrate at scale.
FAQ & How to Apply
What kind of ideas are you looking for?
Ideas that concentrate on SAAS based, real-world impact, and potential for scale.
What if I have no tech background?
No problem. You’ll have developers and mentors to guide you.
Can I build with AI?
Absolutely. We welcome AI-based ideas and support their development.
Is this remote or in-person?
The program is remote with optional in-person meetups and events.
Will I keep equity in my startup?
Yes. However Q founders will have an 8% equity stake.
How much time should I dedicate weekly?
Expect to spend 25–40 hours/week during the accelerator.
Do you help with fundraising?
Yes, we coach you through the fundraising process post-Demo Day.
How do I choose my developers?
You interview and pick your dev team during the draft week.
What tools will I use?
We provide access to project tools, dev platforms, and cloud credits.
How competitive is it?
Roughly 3 teams are selected out of 100+ applicants.
Can I apply again if rejected?
Yes! We encourage reapplicants with refined ideas and vision.
Who can apply?
Anyone 18+ who is graduating high school this year or recently graduated.
Do I need a cofounder?
No, but teams of 2 are preferred. Solo founders will be matched if needed.
Do I need an idea already?
You should have at least a rough idea or area you want to work in.
What happens after the program?
We help you raise more money or get acquired — depending on your goal.