StartX

StartX is an accelerator program located in Palo Alto, California that supports Stanford-affiliated entrepreneurs in launching and growing their enterprises. The program provides mentorship, networking opportunities, and resources to help participants develop and refine their products and strategies. StartX does not take equity in companies and instead relies on donations and sponsorships to fund its operations. Since its founding in 2010, StartX has supported over 550 startups, which have collectively raised over $8.5 billion in funding. The program has a selective admissions process and typically accepts around 4-6% of applicants each year.