Welcome to the AI 2030 Catalyst Portfolio Application!
We’re excited to learn more about your startup. This program supports early-stage and growth-stage responsible AI ventures with mentorship, product validation, GTM support, and strategic investor/partner activation.
AI 2030 Catalyst Portfolio is a 4-month accelerator-style program supporting startups that are committed to building and scaling responsible AI solutions.
📅 Program Duration: September 15 – December 31, 2025
💡 Format: Hybrid (Virtual + Select In-Person Events)
🌍 Global Applicants Welcome
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, startups must:
Be building an AI-powered solution aligned with Responsible AI principles (e.g., transparency, fairness, accountability, privacy, security and safety, and sustainability) or AI for Good / Impact (e.g., climate, health, education, equity, global development) or AI for All, promoting inclusivity, accessibility, and equity in AI development or use
Have at least a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or prototype.
Preferably have 5+ paying enterprise customers or 100 active users, or a comparable level of traction
Be committed to actively engaging in the program through mentorship sessions, workshops, and partner meetings.
Be open to global exposure through AI 2030 member portal, events, media, and partnerships.
AWS Credit Benefit:
All of our portfolio startups will receive $25,000 in AWS credits, valid for use over the next two years.
🗓️ Key Dates
📅 September 15: Program Launch & Onboarding
▫️ Focus: Product Validation + Mentor Matching
▫️ September 24: AI 2030 Summit – NYC
📅 October: Go-to-Market (GTM) Acceleration Month
▫️ October 15: DC Responsible AI Policy & GTM Summit
📅 November: Investment & Capital Activation Month
▫️ November 5: Silicon Valley Investment Summit
📅 December: Global Reach & Partnershi