Y Combinator

About

Y Combinator is a renowned startup accelerator and venture capital firm founded in 2005 by Paul Graham, Jessica Livingston, Robert Tappan Morris, and Trevor Blackwell. It is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Y Combinator has supported over 4,000 startups, including notable companies like Airbnb, Dropbox, and Reddit. The organization provides seed funding, mentorship, and networking opportunities to early-stage tech companies, helping them achieve product-market fit and scale their businesses. Y Combinator's program includes a three-month accelerator phase, culminating in Demo Day, where startups pitch to investors. It offers a standard investment of $500,000 in exchange for 7% equity. The organization's extensive network of alumni and partners provides ongoing support and resources. Y Combinator operates globally, with a focus on innovation and expansion into sectors like AI and biotechnology. Its impact on the tech industry is significant, fostering entrepreneurship and innovation worldwide.