a16z Scout Fund

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Strategy Notes

Sector and stage align well (pre-seed AI/biotech explicitly in remit), but significant geographic misalignment: a16z is US-based while applicant prioritizes EU/France. Venture is pre-incorporation with single founder—may not meet typical Scout Fund founder quality bar. Not non-dilutive (requires equity); applicant seeking grants preferred.

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Status: INELIGIBLE
Deadline: rolling
Cycle: rolling
Amount: —
Type: vc
URL: Apply

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2026-07-09 OPEN → INELIGIBLE · The a16z Scout Fund is not a direct application programme — startups cannot apply. Capital is deployed by invited scouts (operators/angels) who write checks on a16z's behalf. There is no application portal or submission process for founders. Additionally, the fund is equity-based (dilutive), conflicting with the applicant's stated preference for non-dilutive funding.