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>1000
Location :
United States
Industry:
Information Technology and Services

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Partnership Program :
Startup
Target Partner Location :
Worldwide
Target Partner Persona :
Startup, Entrepreneur
Microsoft Startup Hub Partner
Are you a startup seeking AI‑powered cloud services, technical guidance, and access to a global network of resources?
The Microsoft Startup Hub (Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub) provides startups with access to Azure credits, technical and Go‑to‑Market support, trusted partner offers, and expert mentorship to build and scale your business.

🌟 Key Benefits of the Program:
- Azure Credits & Product Access
Receive $1,000 in Azure credits initially (valid for 90 days), and an additional $4,000 (valid for 180 days) after business verification.
Access software licenses—e.g. Microsoft 365 Business Premium, Power Platform, GitHub Enterprise, and Visual Studio. - Technical Guidance & Skilling
1:1 technical advisory sessions, 24/7 support, and access to Microsoft Learn content.
Exclusive access to trusted partner offers from organizations such as OpenAI, Bubble, Yoodli, and others. - Community & Mentorship
Network with mentors in the Microsoft Mentor Network.
✅ Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be affiliated with an investor (accelerator, VC, university) in the Microsoft for Startups Investor Network.
- Must be developing a proprietary, software‑based product or service.
- Must be a privately held, for‑profit startup with under $350,000 lifetime Azure credits, not Series C or beyond.
- Must be headquartered in a region where Azure services are available; users need a LinkedIn account.
How to Join:
- Obtain a referral code from an investor or accelerator in the Microsoft for Startups Investor Network.
- Visit startups.microsoft.com and click “Get started now.”
- Enter your referral code, complete the sign-up, and await review (typically within three business days).
- Upon acceptance, access the Founders Hub Portal with dashboard, benefits, and partner offers.

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